Configuration
How to Change Your Project Zomboid Server Settings
Change any Project Zomboid server setting: the panel Config tab, the .ini and SandboxVars.lua in .cache/Server, and why your uploaded config files get ignored.
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Configuration
How to Keep Your Project Zomboid Server on Build 41
Build 42 is now the stable branch. Pin your Project Zomboid server to the legacy41 branch so your Build 41 world and mod list keep working, step by step.
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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
Log in as admin on your Project Zomboid server with the built-in admin account, or promote your own player with grantadmin. Plus why changepwd does not stick.
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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
Build 42 is now the stable branch. Move an existing Build 41 server across: branch settings, the wipe step, mod compatibility and what to tell your players.
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Administration
Project Zomboid Server Commands Guide
Every Project Zomboid server command, tested on Build 42: what still works, the five commands that were removed, and the exact syntax the server accepts.
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