How do I access my server files via SFTP?

SFTP gives you full access to your server files:

  1. In the Unified Panel, open your game server, go to the "Files" tab and click "SFTP" to see the host, port and username
  2. Get your password: open the "Settings" tab and generate one under "SFTP Password"
  3. Download FileZilla, WinSCP or another SFTP client
  4. Create a new connection with:
    • Protocol: SFTP
    • Host: shown in the panel
    • Port: shown in the panel (usually 2022)
    • Username and password: from the panel
  5. Connect and browse your server files

Prefer the browser? The "Files" tab handles uploads, edits and ZIP archives without extra software.

Common files to edit:

  • server.properties (Minecraft)
  • server.cfg (Rust, CS2 and other Source games)
  • GameUserSettings.ini (ARK)
  • Plugin and mod config files

Tip: Some settings are controlled by the "Startup" tab and are written back to these files each time the server starts. If a change keeps getting undone, set it in Startup instead. Stop the server before editing important config files.

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