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Server Security: Entry Passwords

Setting a server password is the first line of defense against unauthorized players joining your lobby. This is a global setting that applies to both vanilla and TShock-based servers, requiring all players to enter a common code before they can initialize their connection.
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3 minutesBeginnerJanuary 2026

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Configuration File

You can set your password by editing your serverconfig.txt file or using the Variables tab in your FREAKHOSTING panel. Locate or add the following line: 
password=YourSecretPassword

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TShock vs. Connection Passwords

It is important to understand the difference between the two security layers:
  1. Connection Password: A global password set in serverconfig.txt. Players must enter this immediately upon connecting to the IP:Port.
  2. TShock Account Password: A personal password set via /register. This is required after joining the world to access specific permissions or administrator powers.

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Public Hosting

If you intend for your server to be listed on the public Terraria server web-list, you should leave the password= field blank. Servers with passwords often see significantly lower engagement from random players.

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Last Updated: January 2026 | Terraria: Password protocols active.