> ## 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. # SCP: Secret Laboratory Server Guide: Setup, Admin, Plugins and Fixes > SCP: Secret Laboratory server guide for FREAKHOSTING: setup, Remote Admin, EXILED plugins, SCP-914, decontamination, doors, settings and fixes in one place. This SCP: Secret Laboratory (SCP:SL) server guide lists every FREAKHOSTING help page for SCP:SL. Your server runs the SCP:SL dedicated server through LocalAdmin with the EXILED plugin framework already installed. In the Game Panel you change the game's main settings on **Game settings**, choose the EXILED version on **Startup**, and edit Remote Admin and plugin files in **Files**. New here? Start with [getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/getting-started-with-your-scp-secret-laboratory-server.md). | Fact | Value | | - | - | | Panel pages | **Game settings** (under **GAME SETTINGS**), **Startup**, **Files** | | Main config file | `config_gameplay.txt` in `.config/SCP Secret Laboratory/config//` | | Admin config file | `config_remoteadmin.txt` in the same folder | | Plugin framework | EXILED, installed with the server; plugins go in `.config/EXILED/Plugins/` | | First start | You read and accept the SCP:SL EULA yourself in the console | | Server list | Only verified servers are shown; anyone can join by IP with direct connect | ## Most asked 1. [SCP-914 recipes](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/configuring-scp-914-recipes.md): what each setting does and the fastest way to an O5 keycard. 2. [Make yourself admin](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-configuring-remoteadmin-ra.md): add your SteamID64 to `config_remoteadmin.txt`. 3. [Lobby waiting screen](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/customizing-the-lobby-waiting-screen.md): waiting time, server name and player list title. 4. [Light Containment decontamination](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/adjusting-light-containment-decontamination.md): turn it off or announce it. 5. [Doors and keycards](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/door-access-permissions.md): which access opens which door. 6. [Remote Admin permissions](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/remoteadmin-config-permissions.md): every permission node explained. ## Start here > [card] [Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/getting-started-with-your-scp-secret-laboratory-server.md) > > First start, EULA, name and joining. > [card] [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 > [card] [Make yourself admin (RA)](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-configuring-remoteadmin-ra.md) > > Owner role in config\_remoteadmin.txt. > [card] [Install EXILED plugins](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/how-to-install-exiled-plugins-on-scp-secret-laboratory.md) > > Upload .dll files and configure them. > [card] [Update EXILED and the game](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/how-to-update-exiled-and-scp-secret-laboratory.md) > > Exiled Version and Beta Branch. > [card] [Whitelist players](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/how-to-whitelist-players-on-scp-secret-laboratory.md) > > Whitelist toggle and UserIDWhitelist.txt. ## Commands and settings > [card] [Game settings explained](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-game-settings-explained.md) > > Every section of config\_gameplay.txt. > [card] [Remote Admin permissions](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/remoteadmin-config-permissions.md) > > Permission nodes, badges and kick power. > [card] [Remote Admin commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-remote-admin-commands.md) > > Text commands and what they need. > [card] [Friendly fire](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/configuring-friendly-fire.md) > > Team damage and the FF detector. > [card] [Decontamination](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/adjusting-light-containment-decontamination.md) > > Turn it off or announce it. > [card] [Intercom](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/intercom-cooldowns-and-speech-time.md) > > Cooldown and speech time. > [card] [Lobby waiting screen](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/customizing-the-lobby-waiting-screen.md) > > Waiting time, name and title. > [card] [SCP health and spawns](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-health-and-spawn-scaling.md) > > How many SCPs spawn and their health. ## Guides and tips > [card] [SCP-914 recipes](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/configuring-scp-914-recipes.md) > > Settings, keycard upgrades and 914 mode. > [card] [Doors and keycards](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/door-access-permissions.md) > > Access tiers and admin door controls. > [card] [Grenade chain reactions](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/grenade-chain-reactions.md) > > How grenades set each other off. > [card] [Verify your server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/how-to-verify-your-scp-secret-laboratory-server.md) > > Get on the public server list. ## Troubleshooting > [card] [Not showing in the list](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-server-not-showing-in-list.md) > > Verification and direct connect. > [card] [Connection and start errors](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-server-connection-errors.md) > > Authentication, EULA and plugin errors. ## Frequently asked questions ### Does my SCP: Secret Laboratory server support plugins? Yes. EXILED is installed with the server. Upload a plugin's `.dll` file to `.config/EXILED/Plugins/` and restart. See [install EXILED plugins](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/how-to-install-exiled-plugins-on-scp-secret-laboratory.md). ### How do I become admin on my SCP:SL server? Add your SteamID64 with `@steam` and a role, for example `76561198000000000@steam: owner`, to `config_remoteadmin.txt`, restart, then press **M** in game. See [make yourself admin](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-configuring-remoteadmin-ra.md). ### Why can't I find my server in the server list? The SCP:SL server browser only shows verified servers. Players can always join by connecting directly with your server's IP and port. See [not showing in the list](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/scp-secret-laboratory/scp-secret-laboratory-server-not-showing-in-list.md). ### How many players can join? **Player slots** on **Game settings** shows the slots in your plan. For more slots, [open a ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php). ## Related guides > [card] [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. > [card] [File Manager](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-file-manager.md) > > Edit config and plugin files. > [card] [Backups](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-create-and-restore-backups.md) > > Make and restore backups. > [card] [Startup variables](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-configure-startup-variables.md) > > Exiled Version and Beta Branch. *** > [!NOTE] > > **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 3 November 2026 (SCP: Secret Laboratory dedicated server with EXILED). Game behaviour checked against the [official SCP:SL tech wiki](https://techwiki.scpslgame.com/books/server-guides). 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:** November 2026 This documentation is built and hosted on [Mintlify](https://mintlify.com), a developer documentation platform.