# How to Change Your Holdfast: Nations At War Server Name (/docs/holdfast/change-server-name)



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The server name is what players see when browsing for Holdfast: Nations At War servers. A clear, descriptive name helps players find your server and understand what kind of experience to expect — whether it's a casual public server, an organized line battle, or a competitive event.

Changing Your Server Name [#changing-your-server-name]

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    Open the XGamingServer panel [#1-open-the-xgamingserver-panel]

    Log in to the [XGamingServer panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com) and stop your Holdfast server.
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    Open the config file [#2-open-the-config-file]

    In the sidebar, go to `Files` and open `serverconfig_default.cfg` in the server root.
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    Set the server name [#3-set-the-server-name]

    Find the `server_name` setting and change it to your desired name:

    ```
    server_name [US East] Army Battlefield | XGaming Community
    ```
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    Save and restart [#4-save-and-restart]

    Click **Save** and start your server.

    The new name will appear in the Holdfast server browser once the server finishes starting.
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Server Naming Tips [#server-naming-tips]

Holdfast has an active community with many servers competing for players. A good name makes your server stand out:

* **Include the game mode** — `Army Battlefield`, `Army Siege`, or `Naval Battlefield` tells players what to expect
* **Add your region** — `[US East]`, `[EU]`, or `[AU]` helps players find low-ping servers
* **Mention event type** — `Line Battle`, `Public`, or `Casual` sets expectations
* **Include community name** — If you run a regiment or group, add it for recognition
* **Keep it readable** — Avoid excessive symbols or ALL CAPS

**Example names:**

* `[US East] Army Battlefield | New Players Welcome`
* `[EU] Line Battle Events | 33rd Regiment`
* `[AU] Army Siege | Casual Play | XGaming`
* `[US West] Naval Battlefield | All Welcome`

Holdfast Community Conventions [#holdfast-community-conventions]

The Holdfast community has some naming conventions worth following:

* **Line battle servers** typically include `LB` or `Line Battle` in the name so organized regiments can find them
* **Public servers** often include `Public` to indicate anyone can join and play casually
* **Event servers** are usually passworded and include the event name or hosting regiment
* **Training servers** include `Training` or `Drill` for regiment practice

> 💡 **Tip:** Your server name is separate from the [server password](/docs/holdfast/set-a-password) and [admin access](/docs/holdfast/adding-admins). Changing the name doesn't affect who can join or manage the server.

> 📝 **Note:** If your server name isn't updating in the browser after a restart, make sure the server has fully loaded by checking the `Console` on the XGamingServer panel. It can take a minute for the new name to propagate to the master server list.

If you get stuck at any time, you can join our [Discord](https://discord.xgamingserver.com/).