# How to Rename Your Valheim Server (/docs/valheim/rename-server)



import { Step, Steps } from 'fumadocs-ui/components/steps';

The server name appears in the in-game **Community** browser. It's set via the `-name` startup parameter.

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Open Startup [#open-startup]

    In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), click **Startup** in the sidebar.

    {/* Screenshot needed: Startup tab with Server Name variable */}
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Change the Server Name [#change-the-server-name]

    Find the **Server Name** variable (maps to `-name`) and enter your desired name. Wrap it in quotes if it contains spaces:

    ```
    "My Awesome Valheim Server"
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Restart the server [#restart-the-server]

    Go to **Console** and restart. The new name appears in the browser within 1–2 minutes.
  </Step>
</Steps>

Naming Tips [#naming-tips]

* **Include your region** — `[US East]`, `[EU]`, `[AU]` helps players find low-ping servers
* **Mention your playstyle** — `Casual`, `Hardcore`, `Modded`, `Vanilla`
* **Highlight crossplay** — `[Crossplay]` for cross-platform servers
* **Keep it short** — long names get truncated in the browser

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Server Launch Parameters](/docs/valheim/server-launch-parameters)
* [Set a Password](/docs/valheim/server-password)
* [Connect to Your Server](/docs/valheim/join-server)