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How to configure a 7 Days to Die server

In this guide, we will explain how to configure a 7 Days to Die server. You will learn how to modify basic server parameters such as the password, server name, and player slots, as well as which file is responsible for more advanced configuration settings.

7 Days to Die Server Configuration

1. Stop the server.

2. Go to the Startup tab, where you will find the most commonly edited server parameters such as password, server name, and player slots. Enter your desired values.

VariableDescription
Auto-Update ServerEnable/disable automatic update after restart
Server NameAssign name for your server
Max PlayersSet maximum number of players allowed on your server
Server PasswordSet password for your server
Game DifficultySet game’s difficulty level (range 0-5)
Beta BranchInstall beta branch – you must specify a branch release
PublicMake a server public available on the list
Server website URLAssign server website URL
RegionChange server region
LanguageEnter the language in which players should communicate on the server
EAC EnabledEnable/disable EasyAntiCheat
Cross-PlayEnable/disable cross-play

3. For advanced configuration, go to Files and open the main configuration file serverconfig.xml. After making changes, click Save Content.

In this guide, we have described all 7 Days to Die server variables that can be found in the serverconfig.xml file.

4. Start the server.

We hope that our intuitive web interface has allowed you to configure your 7 Days to Die server easily. If you want to ask us any questions, feel free to contact us via e-mail, ticket or live chat!