How to Set a Password on Your Nuclear Option Server
Learn how to password protect your Nuclear Option dedicated server for private sessions, squadron training, and restricted access.
Setting a server password restricts access to only players who know the password. This is ideal for private squadron training, organized events, competitive scrimmages, or any situation where you want to control who joins your Nuclear Option server.
Setting Your Server Password
Open the XGamingServer panel
Log in to the XGamingServer panel and select your Nuclear Option server.
Go to Startup
In the sidebar, click Startup.
Enter your password
Find the Server Password field and enter your desired password.
Save and restart
Save your changes and restart the server.
Players will now be prompted to enter the password when attempting to join your server.
How Password Protection Works
- Server browser — Your server still appears in the Nuclear Option server browser, but with a lock icon indicating it requires a password. Players can see the server name, player count, and mission, but cannot join without entering the correct password.
- Direct connect — Players connecting via direct IP will also be prompted for the password before joining.
- Sharing the password — Share your server password with your group through Discord, a private message, or your community website. Avoid putting the password in your server name — that defeats the purpose of having one.
Removing the Password
Open Startup settings
Go to your server on the XGamingServer panel and click Startup in the sidebar.
Clear the password field
Find the Server Password field and clear it completely (leave it empty).
Save and restart
Save your changes and restart the server.
Your server will now be open to anyone without requiring a password.
Password via Config File
You can also manage the password through the server configuration file:
Stop your server
Stop your server from the XGamingServer panel.
Navigate to Files
In the sidebar, go to Files.
Edit the config file
Open the server configuration file and find the password setting. Set it to your desired password, or leave it blank to remove the password.
Save and start
Save the file and start your server.
📝 Note: If the password is set in both the Startup tab and the config file, the Startup tab value typically takes priority.
When to Use a Password
Here are some common scenarios where a password is useful:
| Scenario | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Public server | No password — let anyone join and grow your community |
| Squadron training | Set a password — share only with your squadron members |
| Competitive match | Set a password — share with both teams before the match |
| Event server | Set a password — share with registered participants only |
| Testing | Set a password — keep the server private while you configure settings |
💡 Tip: For organized events, set the password before the session begins and share it only with participants. Change the password afterward to keep your server secure between sessions.
If you get stuck at any time, you can join our Discord.
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