# How to Upload a Save File to Your Arma Reforger Server (/docs/arma-reforger/upload-save)





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If you have save data from a local game or another server, you can upload it to continue where you left off. Arma Reforger persistence is scenario-dependent — Conflict and Game Master use different save formats.

Find Your Local Save Files [#find-your-local-save-files]

On **Windows**, Arma Reforger save data is typically stored at:

```
C:\Users\<YourName>\Documents\My Games\ArmaReforger\profile\save\
```

Or for custom scenarios:

```
C:\Users\<YourName>\Documents\My Games\ArmaReforger\Saves\
```

Upload Save Files [#upload-save-files]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Stop the server [#stop-the-server]

    In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), go to **Console** and stop your server.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Create a backup [#create-a-backup]

    Go to **Backups** and save your current server state, in case you need to roll back.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Navigate to the save directory [#navigate-to-the-save-directory]

    Click **Files** in the sidebar. Find the server's save directory inside the profile folder. The exact path depends on your scenario.

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  </Step>

  <Step>
    Upload the files [#upload-the-files]

    Use **Upload** to upload your save files. Maintain the same folder structure as the original. For large files, consider using SFTP via the credentials shown on the **Network** page.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Start the server [#start-the-server]

    Start from **Console** and check the startup log to confirm the save loaded successfully.
  </Step>
</Steps>

Common Issues [#common-issues]

| Problem           | Fix                                                                                    |
| ----------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Save doesn't load | Verify file paths match exactly. Check **Console** for errors mentioning the save file |
| Version mismatch  | The save must match your server's game version. Update or reinstall to match           |
| Partial upload    | Verify file sizes match the originals. Re-upload if any are truncated                  |
| Wrong scenario    | The save file must be for the same scenario you're running                             |

Using SFTP for Large Files [#using-sftp-for-large-files]

For very large save files, the web file manager can be slow. SFTP is faster and more reliable:

1. Get SFTP credentials from the **Network** page in the panel
2. Connect with FileZilla, WinSCP, or any SFTP client
3. Upload files directly into the save directory

> **Tip:** Always [create a backup](/docs/arma-reforger/automatic-backups) before uploading saves so you can roll back if something goes wrong.

> **Warning:** Save files may not be compatible across different Arma Reforger versions. If you've updated the game since the save was created, it may fail to load.

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Automatic Backups](/docs/arma-reforger/automatic-backups)
* [Server Configuration](/docs/arma-reforger/server-config)
* [Wipe & Reinstall](/docs/arma-reforger/wipe-reinstall)