How to Configure Palworld Server Settings
Customizing your Palworld server settings allows you to create the perfect gameplay experience for your community. Whether you want to adjust XP rates for faster progression, modify death penalties, or fine-tune resource collection rates, this guide covers both the user-friendly GUI method and manual configuration editing for complete control over your server.Configure Palworld Server Settings
- Open the Palworld Settings tab

- Search for the option/settings you want to change
- Edit the field with your desired value or option
- Restart the server
Editing Palworld Server Settings (manual)
- Stop the server
- Navigate to Pal -> Saved -> Config -> LinuxServer -> PalWorldSettings.ini

- Make your changes and save the file
- Start the server
Make sure your server is stopped before making changes, otherwise the changes will get reset!
Common Issues
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Settings reset after server restart: Changes made while server was running
- Solution: Always stop the server before editing PalWorldSettings.ini file
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Configuration file appears empty: File may not have been generated yet
- Solution: Start the server once to generate default configuration files
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Invalid configuration syntax: Incorrect formatting in settings file
- Solution: Ensure all settings are on one line and properly formatted as shown in example
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Changes don’t take effect: Server cache or incorrect file location
- Solution: Restart server after changes and verify you’re editing the correct config file
Related Guides
- Enable PvP - Set up player vs player combat
- Set Server Password - Protect your server access
- Server Backups - Backup before making configuration changes
- V Rising Server Configuration - Cross-game configuration guide
- Soulmask Server Configuration - Similar configuration process