How to Change Your Valheim Server Name
Learn how to change the server name (hostname) displayed in the Valheim server browser.
Your server name is what players see in the Valheim server browser. Changing it helps players identify and find your server.
Changing Your Server Name
Open the XGamingServer panel
Log in to the XGamingServer panel and select your Valheim server.
Go to Startup
In the sidebar, go to Startup.
Update the server name
Find the Server Name setting and enter your desired name.
Restart your server
Restart your server from the Console page to apply the change.
📝 Note: This setting overrides anything you may have manually set inside
server.cfg. Always use the panel to change your server name.
💡 Tip: Choose a descriptive name that tells players what to expect — for example, "Viking PvE | No Raids | Chill" or "Hardcore Vikings | All Bosses". Keep it under 64 characters for best display in the server browser.
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