Migrate game server
Learn how to migrate your old game server to a new one by following these straightforward steps.
Before beginning, make sure both the old and new game servers are turned off. This is critical to prevent data loss.
You can find the FTP login details for your DediConnect servers under the Connect tab. Go to Game server settings → Connect.
If you're moving a server between two DediConnect machines, check out this guide instead >
1. Download files from the old game server
Access your old server using either FTP or RDP. Download all essential data, including:
- Save files
- Game configuration files *
- Plugin or mod settings files *
* You can skip these if you're migrating between DediConnect servers, or if your game server does not use them.
If you’re unsure where to find these files, contact your hosting provider for assistance.
2. Upload save files to the new game server
Use FTP or RDP to connect to the new server. Upload the previously downloaded save files into the appropriate save directory.
3. Add config files to the Config template
If you're migrating between DediConnect game servers, you can skip this step.
Just activate the existing Config template on your new server to apply the necessary configs.
GameServerApp uses Config templates to manage server configuration files. These templates allow you to edit and deploy config files directly from the dashboard.
Learn more about Config templates >
Game configs
Upload your configuration files from the old server to a new or existing Config template.
Plugin / mod configs
If supported, upload plugin and mod configuration files to the Config template. This feature is available only for DediConnect game servers.
4. Import your ban list
You can bring your existing ban list into GSA using the Import page >.
