> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Can't Connect to Your Terraria Server? Fixes That Work

> Can't connect to your Terraria server? Check it says Server started, use the right IP and port 7777, match game versions and use the right character type.

If you can't connect to your Terraria server, check four things in order: the **Console** shows `Server started`; you join with **Multiplayer** > **Join via IP** using the server's IP and port (7777 by default); your game runs the same Terraria version as the server; and your character matches the world (Journey characters for Journey worlds only). Then check the password and the ban list.

## Quick checks

| Check | Where | What you want to see |
| - | - | - |
| Server is running | **Console** | `Listening on port 7777` and `Server started` |
| Address | Panel overview | IP and port, for example `203.0.113.10` and `7777` |
| Server version | **Startup** (**Terraria version**) or console line `Terraria Server v…` | The same version as your game |
| World difficulty | **Game settings** or the world you uploaded | Journey world: Journey character. Other worlds: Classic character |
| Password | **Game settings** > **Server password** | The one you type |

## Fixes by symptom

### The connection times out

1. Open the [Console](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-server-console.md). If you don't see `Server started`, the server is still starting or has stopped. A new world takes about a minute to generate.
2. Use **Join via IP** and type the IP and the port separately. Don't add `http://` or a slash.
3. If you changed the port in `serverconfig.txt`, it won't match the port the panel gives you. Use the port shown in the panel.
4. If you use the FREAKHOSTING firewall, check your filters: see [DDoS filters](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/firewall/how-to-apply-ddos-filters.md).

### "You are not using the same version as this server."

Your game and the server run different Terraria versions. Update your game through Steam or your store. The server's version is **Terraria version** on **Startup** and appears in the console as `Terraria Server v1.4.5.6` (or newer). If you need the server on a different version, [open a ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php).

### Your character can't join the world

Journey worlds only accept Journey characters, and Classic, Expert and Master worlds don't accept Journey characters. Create a matching character, or create a new world with the right **World difficulty**. New worlds on our servers use **Journey** unless you change it first. See [world size and difficulty](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/changing-world-size-and-difficulty-in-terraria.md).

### Wrong password

Type the password exactly. If you just changed it, restart the server so it applies. See [server password](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/setting-up-a-terraria-server-password.md).

### You are banned

Check `banlist.txt` in **Files** for your name or IP. See [bans and guests](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/managing-bans-and-guests-in-terraria.md).

### The server is full

**Player slots** sets how many players can be online at once. It is fixed by your hosting plan. Type `playing` in the Console to see who is online.

## Still can't connect?

Collect the last console lines, the time you tried and the exact message in the game, then [open a ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php).

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I join with a domain name instead of an IP?

Yes, if you set one up with [Subdomain](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-manage-network-and-subdomains.md). Enter it instead of the IP, and still use the port.

### Can console or mobile players join?

Our servers run the official PC dedicated server, made for players on the PC version of Terraria with the same version number.

### Why does it say "Lost connection"?

Check the version, the character type and the console for errors at the time you joined, then work through the quick checks above.

## Related guides

> [card] [Terraria server guide](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/terraria-server-hosting-guide.md)
>
> Every Terraria page in one place.

> [card] [Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/getting-started-with-your-terraria-server.md)
>
> How to join step by step.

> [card] [Server password](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/setting-up-a-terraria-server-password.md)
>
> Set or change the password.

> [card] [Server lag](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/terraria/fixing-terraria-server-lag.md)
>
> Fix rubber-banding enemies.

> [card] [Network and subdomains](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-manage-network-and-subdomains.md)
>
> Your address and ports.

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> [!NOTE]
>
> **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 31 October 2026 (Terraria 1.4.5.6, vanilla server). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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>
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**Last Updated:** October 2026


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