> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.berrybyte.net/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Setup a Hytale Dedicated Server

> Learn how to create and configure a Hytale dedicated server for multiplayer gaming.

# Setting up a Hytale Server

Looking to setup your own Hytale dedicated server for multiplayer? Here's how to get your [Hytale server hosting](https://berrybyte.net/hytale-server-hosting) started.

## With berrybyte (Recommended)

1. Head to [berrybyte Hytale server hosting](https://berrybyte.net/hytale-server-hosting)
2. Select your plan and location
3. Complete checkout
4. Login to the [game panel](https://game.berrybyte.net) with the credentials emailed to you
5. Your Hytale server will be ready instantly!
6. Share your server code with friends so they can [join](./join-server)

Your server is now live and ready for multiplayer!

## Self-hosting a Hytale server

If you want to host your own Hytale dedicated server:

1. **Install Java 25** - Download from [Adoptium](https://adoptium.net/)
2. **Get server files** - Copy the `Server` folder and `Assets.zip` from your Hytale installation
3. **Run the server**:
   ```bash theme={null}
   java -jar HytaleServer.jar --assets PathToAssets.zip
   ```
4. **Authenticate** - After first launch, run `/auth login device` and follow the prompts

For the full guide, visit the [official Hytale server manual](https://support.hytale.com/hc/en-us/articles/45326769420827-Hytale-Server-Manual).