# How to Update a Modpack on Your Minecraft Server (/docs/minecraft/update-modpacks)



Updating a modpack requires replacing the server mod files while keeping your world data intact.

Updating a Modpack [#updating-a-modpack]

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    Create a backup [#1-create-a-backup]

    Access the [XGamingServer panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), go to `Backups`, and create a full backup.

    > ⚠️ **Warning:** Always backup before updating. Modpack updates can occasionally break worlds or remove items from removed mods.
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    Download the new server files [#2-download-the-new-server-files]

    Download the updated modpack server files from the modpack's official page (CurseForge, FTB, etc.).
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    Stop your server [#3-stop-your-server]
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    Delete old mod and config files [#4-delete-old-mod-and-config-files]

    Go to `Files` and delete:

    * `/mods/` folder
    * `/config/` folder
    * `/scripts/` folder (if it exists)

    **Do NOT delete:** `world/` folder, `server.properties`, `eula.txt`, or any other settings you've customized.
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    Upload new files [#5-upload-new-files]

    Upload the new modpack server files. This typically includes new `/mods/`, `/config/`, and `/scripts/` folders.
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    Start your server [#6-start-your-server]

    Start the server and check `Console` for errors.
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    Verify the update [#7-verify-the-update]

    Connect and verify everything works. Check for missing blocks/items from removed mods.

    > 💡 **Tip:** Read the modpack's changelog before updating. Breaking changes will be listed — they may require a world reset.

    > 📝 **Note:** Tell players to update their client-side modpack to the same version before connecting, or they'll get a [Mismatched Mod Channel](/docs/minecraft/fix-mismatched-mod-channel) error.

    See also: [Installing Modpacks](/docs/minecraft/update-modpacks) | [Uninstall Mods](/docs/minecraft/uninstall-mods)

    If you need help, join our [Discord](https://discord.xgamingserver.com/).
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