> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.freakhosting.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Palworld Dedicated Server Guide: Setup, Settings and Fixes > Palworld dedicated server guide for FREAKHOSTING: setup, Palworld settings, breeding, base decay, player limit, admin commands, saves and fixes in one place. This Palworld dedicated server guide lists every FREAKHOSTING help page for Palworld. Your server runs Pocketpair's dedicated server with two Palworld pages in the Game Panel: **Palworld settings**, where you change every `PalWorldSettings.ini` option in plain words with presets and a review before saving, and **Saves**, where you download and check your worlds. New here? Start with [getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/getting-started-with-your-palworld-server.md). | Fact | Value | | - | - | | Maximum players | 32 (**Player slots**, set by us) | | Settings file | `Pal/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/PalWorldSettings.ini` | | World folder | `Pal/Saved/SaveGames/0/` | | Crossplay | Steam, Xbox, PS5, Mac | | Panel pages | **Palworld settings**, **Saves** (under **PALWORLD**) | ## Most asked 1. [How to speed up breeding](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/optimizing-breeding-settings-for-speed.md): lower **Huge egg hatching time** (72 hours by default). 2. [How to turn off base decay](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/managing-abandoned-bases-auto-decay.md): set **Building decay** to `0`. 3. [PalGuard anti-cheat](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/using-palguard-anti-cheat.md): what it is and why it doesn't run on Linux servers. 4. [Palworld player limit](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/increasing-the-32-player-limit-guild-limit.md): 32 players, guild size up to 100. 5. [UE4SS on Palworld](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/how-to-install-ue4ss-modding-framework.md): Windows-only, what to use instead. 6. [World settings and XP rate](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/how-to-configure-palworld-world-settings-xp-capture-rate.md): presets, **Experience**, **Capture chance**. 7. [Fix a corrupted save](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/fixing-corrupted-saves.md): restore a backup or a world snapshot. 8. [RCON and REST API](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/configuring-rcon-and-admin-tools-for-palworld.md): remote admin tools. ## Start here > **[Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/getting-started-with-your-palworld-server.md)** > > Start, passwords, preset, join and first backup. > **[Log in to the Game Panel](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-login-and-access-the-game-panel.md)** > > Open your server. ## Game Panel guides > **[World settings and XP rate](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/how-to-configure-palworld-world-settings-xp-capture-rate.md)** > > Presets, rates, review and save. > **[Save files and backups](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/managing-save-files-and-backups-in-palworld.md)** > > Download, back up and upload worlds. > **[Server password](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/setting-up-a-password-for-your-palworld-server.md)** > > Join password and admin password. ## Commands and settings > **[Server settings explained](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/palworld-server-settings-explained.md)** > > Every setting with its ini key. > **[Speed up breeding](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/optimizing-breeding-settings-for-speed.md)** > > Lower the Huge egg hatching time. > **[Base decay](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/managing-abandoned-bases-auto-decay.md)** > > Structure deterioration and abandoned guilds. > **[Player and guild limits](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/increasing-the-32-player-limit-guild-limit.md)** > > 32 players, guild size, bases. > **[Death penalty](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/configuring-death-penalties-keep-inventory.md)** > > Keep inventory or drop everything. > **[PvP settings](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/palworld-pvp-settings.md)** > > PvP, friendly fire and guild drops. > **[Crossplay](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/palworld-crossplay-server.md)** > > Steam, Xbox, PS5 and Mac. > **[Admin commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/admin-commands-list-for-palworld.md)** > > Every in-game admin command. > **[RCON and REST API](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/configuring-rcon-and-admin-tools-for-palworld.md)** > > Admin tools from outside the game. ## Guides and tips > **[PalGuard anti-cheat](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/using-palguard-anti-cheat.md)** > > What PalGuard (PalDefender) is. > **[UE4SS on Palworld](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/how-to-install-ue4ss-modding-framework.md)** > > Why it doesn't run on Linux servers. ## Troubleshooting > **[Fix a corrupted save](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/fixing-corrupted-saves.md)** > > Restore a working world. > **[No password prompt](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/fixing-the-no-password-prompt-connection-bug.md)** > > When the game doesn't ask for the password. > **[Memory leak and restarts](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/palworld/understanding-palworld-memory-leaks-and-auto-restarts.md)** > > Stop RAM climbing. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I change Palworld settings without editing files? Yes. **Palworld settings** in the Game Panel covers every `PalWorldSettings.ini` option, shows what will change and only touches what you edit. ### How many players can a Palworld server have? Up to 32. If you need a different number of slots, open a ticket. ### Can I install mods on my Palworld server? Server-side mod loaders such as UE4SS are Windows-only and don't run on our Linux Palworld servers. Most changes people want are built into **Palworld settings**. ### How do I back up my Palworld world? Use **Backups** for a full copy or **Download** on the **Saves** page. Stop the server first for a complete copy. ## Related guides > **[Start, stop and restart](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-start-stop-and-restart-your-game-server.md)** > > Control your server's power. > **[Backups](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-create-and-restore-backups.md)** > > Make and restore backups. > **[Schedules](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-configure-schedules-and-tasks.md)** > > Automatic restarts and backups. > **[File Manager](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-file-manager.md)** > > Edit and upload files. *** > [!NOTE] > > **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 30 October 2026 (Palworld dedicated server on our Game Panel). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes. > [!NOTE] > > ### Need Extra Help? > > If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist: > > * **Live Chat:** Quick assistance via our website. > * **Support Ticket:** [Open a Ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php) > * **Discord:** [Join our Community](https://discord.gg/freakhosting) > * **Email:** [support@freakhosting.com](mailto:support@freakhosting.com) > [!TIP] > > ### Save on Your Hosting > > Ready to upgrade your hosting? Use code **KB20** at checkout for **20% off** your first order! *** **Last Updated:** October 2026 This documentation is built and hosted on [Mintlify](https://mintlify.com), a developer documentation platform.