> ## 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.

# How to Change Your Server Location

> Transfer your FREAKHOSTING server to a different region to reduce latency and improve game performance. Learn the location change process and data impact.

## Optimizing Your Server Location

Choosing the right geographical location for your server is the most effective way to reduce latency (ping) and give your players a smooth experience. FREAKHOSTING offers high-performance nodes across multiple regions in Europe and North America, so you can position your service close to your community.

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  <Card title="Difficulty" icon="gauge-low">
    Intermediate
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  <Card title="Time" icon="clock">
    6 Minutes
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## Selecting the Best Region

Proximity is the primary factor in network performance. Before changing region, it helps to test your connection to our different locations.

<Tip>
  ### Test Your Latency

  Unsure which region gives you the best connection? Use our **Looking Glass** to run ping tests and traceroutes from your network: [lg.freakhosting.com](https://lg.freakhosting.com)
</Tip>

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## Change Procedure

The location is a configurable option on your service, so you change it from the Upgrade/Downgrade area.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Service">
    Log in to the [Client Area](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea), go to **Services → My Services**, and open the service you want to relocate (via the **Actions** menu → **Manage**, or by clicking its name).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open Configurable Options">
    On the **Product Details** page, click **Upgrade/downgrade**, then switch to the **Configurable Options** tab.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select a New Region">
    In the **Location** row, open the **New Configuration** dropdown and choose your desired region, then click **Continue**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm the Order">
    Review any price difference and complete checkout. The available regions depend on your product.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Request the Migration if Needed">
    For server types that require a manual move, [open a support ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php) after placing the order, confirm you are ready for the migration, and acknowledge the IP change.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Post-Relocation Expectations

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  <Accordion title="Your IP address will change">
    Moving to a new node **always results in a new IP address**. Update your game's server-browser entry and share the new connection details with your players.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Data migration">
    For migrations handled by our team, your files are transferred to the new location securely. Your server is offline during this window to prevent data corruption.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Warning>
  ### Prepare Your Community

  Let your players know about the scheduled downtime and the upcoming IP change before you start, to keep the transition smooth.
</Warning>

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<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)
</Note>

<Tip>
  ### Save on Your Hosting

  Ready to get a new server? Use code **KB20** at checkout for **20% off** your first month!
</Tip>