Transferring a tModLoader World to Your Terraria Server

Upload your local tModLoader modded world save files to your Terraria dedicated server with step-by-step instructions.

This tutorial will guide you through the process of uploading an existing tModLoader world save file to your Terraria server.

If you get stuck at any time, XGamingServer offers free world transfers. Just join our Discord.

⚠️ Warning: This will delete or overwrite any progress you have made on the server.

📝 Note: Before uploading your modded world, make sure to install all required mods on your server using our Install Mods guide.

Finding Your Local tModLoader World Save File

Open the Worlds Folder

Press Windows Key + R and enter this:

%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Terraria\tModLoader\Worlds

Locate Your World Files

Find both the .wld and .twld files for the world you want to upload. The .twld file contains your modded world data and is required.

💡 Tip: If your world is stored on the Steam cloud, you need to temporarily move it off the cloud first. Launch Terraria (tModLoader), go to the world selection menu, and click the cloud icon next to your world to download a local copy. Re-enable Steam cloud after copying the files if desired.

Uploading Your tModLoader World to Your Server

Stop Your Server

Log in to the XGamingServer Panel and Stop your Terraria server.

Navigate to the Worlds Folder

In the Game Panel, navigate to Files and open the Worlds folder.

Upload Your World Files

Upload both your .wld and .twld files.

Set the World Name

In the Game Panel sidebar, navigate to Startup. Set the World Name field to match your uploaded world file name.

Start Your Server

Start your server.

📝 Note: The World Name in Startup must match the name of your uploaded world files.

For example, if your files are MyWorld.wld and MyWorld.twld, set World Name to MyWorld.

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