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Hytale server guides: setup, joining, mods and Chapter 1

Guides for running a Hytale server. Make a server, join with Direct Connect, authenticate with Hytale Link, move a world, install mods, fix lag and connection problems, and prepare for Chapter 1 on October 12, 2026.

Own the server? Start with how to make a Hytale server. Joining a friend's? Follow how to join a Hytale server with the address they sent you.

Chapter 1 releases Monday, October 12, 2026. Existing worlds upgrade the first time they load on the new version, so back up first. Follow the Chapter 1 server update guide, watch the countdown, or read Hypixel's first look at Chapter 1.

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Make a Hytale server

Hosted or self-hosted, from first start to sharing the address.

Server requirements

Java 25, RAM, and how view distance changes what you need.

RAM calculator

Get a plan estimate for your group, mods, and view distance.

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Join a server

Paste the address into Servers → Direct Connect.

Authenticate with Hytale Link

Link the server to your account so players can join.

Upload a world

Bring a singleplayer world or one from another host.

Install mods

Check compatibility and upload to mods/.

Run your world

Chapter 1 server update

Back up, update, and check mods for October 12.

Update your server

Use Auto Update and the right patchline.

Backups and restore

Keep a recovery point and roll back a world.

Server settings

Name, password, player cap, and view distance.

Admin and access

Add an admin

Give trusted players the right permission group.

Admin commands

Auth, stop, update, access, and view distance commands.

Enable a whitelist

Only let approved accounts join.

Server Discovery

Set up an optional public listing.

Fix problems

Can't connect

Check versions, Hytale Link, the address, and access.

Fix server lag

Bring RAM, view distance, and mods under control.

Port forwarding

Open UDP 5520 when you host at home.

Get support

Open a ticket for setup or migration help.

Related topics

Hytale Chapter 1 update: how to prepare and update your serverHytale Chapter 1 releases October 12, 2026. Back up before the first launch, because existing worlds upgrade when the new version loads them. Then check mods, keep the release patchline, update the server, and match every player's game version.How to install mods on a Hytale serverTo install Hytale server mods, download the .zip or .jar (for example from CurseForge), put it in the server's mods/ folder, and restart. Back up first, add one mod at a time, and check Console for load errors. Before Chapter 1, check each mod for a compatible build.Hytale server not connecting or not showing up? How to fix itFix a Hytale server that times out, rejects you with a protocol or version mismatch, says it needs authentication, or can't be found. Match versions, finish Hytale Link, use the full address and port, open UDP 5520 when self-hosting, then check password, whitelist, and mods.

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