Configuration
Project Zomboid Server RAM Requirements (Build 41 vs Build 42)
Real RAM benchmarks for Project Zomboid B41 and B42 servers. Tables by player count and modlist, signs of OOM, and tuning advice.
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Administration
How to Become Admin on a Project Zomboid Server
Grant admin access on your Project Zomboid server in 3 steps. Console commands, access levels, and the 10 commands you actually use day-to-day.
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Configuration
Project Zomboid Sandbox Settings Explained (Build 42)
Every Project Zomboid sandbox setting explained — population, loot, zombies, weather, vehicles. Real Pterodactyl paths and B42 defaults.
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Mods & Customization
How to Install Mods on a Project Zomboid Server (Build 42)
Add Steam Workshop mods to your Project Zomboid Build 42 dedicated server. Step-by-step guide with real Pterodactyl paths, load order, and troubleshooting.
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Getting Started
How to Switch to Project Zomboid Build 42 Server
Learn how to switch your Project Zomboid server to Build 42, the unstable beta branch, with our step-by-step guide and troubleshooting tips for a seamless transition to the latest update.
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Administration
Project Zomboid Server Commands Guide
Complete list of Project Zomboid server commands for administrators and moderators. Learn how to manage your server, moderate players, and use admin commands effectively.
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Administration
How to Upload an Existing World to Your Project Zomboid Server
Move an existing singleplayer or co-op Project Zomboid world to your server over SFTP. Exact folder paths, the server-name match trick, and build and mod gotchas.
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Administration
How to Set Up a Whitelist on a Project Zomboid Server
Lock your Project Zomboid server to approved players only. 4-step whitelist setup with adduser, addalltowhitelist, and SQLite storage details.
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