# How to Change Your Aloft Server Name (/docs/aloft/rename-server)



import { Step, Steps } from 'fumadocs-ui/components/steps';

The server name is set via the `servername` startup parameter. It's what players see in the server browser.

Change the Name [#change-the-name]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), click **Startup** in the sidebar.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Find the **SERVER NAME** field and enter your new name.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Restart from **Console**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

Naming Rules [#naming-rules]

* **No spaces** — use underscores or dashes instead (e.g., `My_Cool_Server`)
* **No special characters** — stick to letters, numbers, underscores, dashes
* The name maps to the `-servername#YourName#` launch parameter

> 📝 **Note:** Console players (Xbox/PS5) find servers by searching the exact name — make it unique and easy to type.

> 💡 **Tip:** The server browser can be slow (15–30 minutes to populate). Share your **Friend Code** from `ServerRoomCode.txt` as a faster way for players to join.

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [How to Join Your Server](/docs/aloft/join-server)
* [How to Configure Your Server](/docs/aloft/server-settings)