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Know Exactly What Happened and When

The Activity Log is your account’s complete audit trail. Every action you (or anyone with access to your account) take on the Game Panel is recorded here — server starts and stops, file reads and writes, configuration changes, and more. It is the first place to check when something looks off, when you need to trace what happened before a crash, or when you want to verify that a teammate made the changes they said they did. You will find it on the Activity tab at games.freakhosting.com, accessible from the navigation bar on your Account page.

Difficulty

Beginner

Time

1 Minute

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Getting to the Activity Log

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Log In to the Game Panel

Open your browser and go to games.freakhosting.com. Enter your email and password, then click Login.
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Open the Activity Tab

Click your Account link (with your avatar icon) in the top-right corner, then navigate to the Activity tab. This opens the full chronological activity log for your account.

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Reading the Activity Log

The Activity Log displays a chronological list of events, with the most recent actions at the top. Each entry contains several pieces of information that tell you exactly what happened, who did it, and when. Here is what each part of an activity entry means:

User Avatar and Name

Each entry starts with a purple avatar circle showing the user’s initials (for example, FR) followed by the username (for example, freak0705). This identifies who performed the action. If you are the only person with access, this will always be your account.

Event Type

Next to the username, you will see the event type in a structured format like server:power.start, server:power.stop, server:file.read, or server:file.write. This tells you the category and specific action that was logged.

Description

Each entry includes a human-readable description of what happened. Instead of deciphering event codes, you can read plain text like “Started the server”, “Killed the server process”, or “Viewed the contents of /config.yml”.

Location and Timestamp

On the right side of each entry, you will see a country flag icon indicating the geographic origin of the action, a blurred IP address for privacy, and a relative timestamp (for example, “29 days ago” or “1 month ago”) showing when the event occurred.

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Common Event Types

The activity log tracks a wide range of actions. Here are the event types you will see most frequently:

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Power Events

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File Events

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Other Events

The activity log captures actions from both the web interface and API calls. If you use automation scripts with API keys, those actions will appear in the log too — making it easy to verify your automations are running as expected.

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Practical Uses for the Activity Log

The activity log is not just a record — it is a troubleshooting and security tool. Here are real scenarios where it comes in handy:

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Understanding the Location Data

Each activity entry includes geographic information about where the action originated:
  • Country flag icon — A small flag next to the entry indicates the country from which the action was performed. This is derived from the IP address.
  • Blurred IP address — The IP address is partially obscured in the interface for privacy. You can see enough to recognize whether it is your usual IP or something unfamiliar.
If you see login events or power actions originating from a country you have never been to, that is a red flag. Change your password immediately and enable two-factor authentication if you have not already. Then check your email account for signs of compromise as well.

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Tips for Getting the Most Out of the Activity Log

Check After Every Crash

The first thing to do after an unexpected crash is check the activity log. Look at the last few events before the server went offline — a file edit, a plugin upload, or a forced restart can explain what went wrong.

Review After Shared Access

If you have given subuser access to someone else, periodically review the activity log to see what actions they have performed. Trust but verify.

Verify Automation Runs

If you use schedules or API-driven automation, the activity log confirms that tasks actually executed. No guessing whether your 3 AM backup script ran or not.

Spot Patterns

If your server keeps crashing at the same time every day, cross-reference the activity log with the crash times. A scheduled task, automated restart, or recurring file write might be the cause.
The activity log retains events for a significant period, but the exact retention window depends on the panel configuration. For most FREAKHOSTING accounts, you can expect several months of history. If you need logs beyond the available window, contact support.
The panel interface does not currently offer a direct export button for the activity log. However, if you need a copy of your activity history for security review or record-keeping, contact FREAKHOSTING support and they can assist.
IP addresses are partially masked in the activity log as a privacy measure. You can still see enough of the address to recognize your own IP or spot an unfamiliar one. If you need full IP details for a security investigation, contact support.
Yes. Actions performed via API keys are logged just like actions performed through the web interface. This includes power commands, file operations, and any other API-driven changes.
Activity log visibility depends on the permissions assigned to the subuser. If they have access to the Account or Activity section, they can see the log. Check your subuser permission settings if you want to restrict this.
Change your password immediately. Enable two-factor authentication if it is not already active. Check your email account for signs of compromise (password reset emails you did not request). Then open a support ticket with FREAKHOSTING so the team can investigate and help secure your account.

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Game Panel Support: Activity tracking simplified.