Become a Server Admin
Learn how to become an admin on your Project Zomboid server with different access levels for managing players and server settings.
Becoming an admin on your Project Zomboid server lets you manage players, spawn items, control weather, and maintain the server environment. This guide covers how to set up admin access.
Set Admin via In-Game Command
If someone is already an admin on the server, they can promote other players:
Connect to the server
Join your server and have the player you want to promote connect as well.
Open chat
Press T to open the chat window.
Set the access level
Type the following command:
/setaccesslevel "YourUsername" adminReplace YourUsername with the exact in-game name.
Set Admin via Server Files
If no one has admin access yet, you can set it through the server files.
Open the server database
On XGamingServer, go to Files in your panel. Navigate to:
Zomboid/db/[servername].dbEdit via console
Alternatively, use the Console in your panel. When the server starts, you can type:
setaccesslevel "YourUsername" adminRestart if needed
Some changes require a server restart from the Dashboard.
Access Levels Explained
Project Zomboid has five access levels, each with different permissions:
| Level | Permissions |
|---|---|
| Admin | Full access — all commands, server management, player management |
| Moderator | Kick/ban players, teleport, send server messages |
| Overseer | Limited moderation — view player info, basic management |
| GM (Game Master) | Spawn items, create hordes, manage gameplay elements |
| Observer | Invisibility, spectate players, view-only access |
Change or Remove Access
To change someone's access level:
/setaccesslevel "Username" moderatorTo remove admin access entirely:
/setaccesslevel "Username" noneBest Practices
- Don't give everyone admin — use moderator or GM for most helpers
- Keep a record of who has elevated access
- Use observer mode to investigate reports without being seen
- Always have at least two admins in case one loses access
Related Guides
See also: Admin Commands | Ban and Unban Players | Set a Password
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