How to Add Mods to Your Hytale Server

Mods enhance the gaming experience on your Hytale server by adding new features, content, and mechanics. This guide explains how to install them easily.

1️⃣ Find Mods on CurseForge

1. Go to CurseForge Hytale:
   👉 https://www.curseforge.com/hytale
2. Browse available mods or use the search bar.
3. Check the mod's compatibility with your Hytale version.
4. Download the mod file (usually .jar format).

2️⃣ Access Your Server's Mods Folder

1. Log in to your LordHosting management panel.
2. Select your Hytale server.
3. Go to the File Manager tab.
4. Open the mods folder.

3️⃣ Upload the Mod to Your Server

Method 1: Direct Upload

1. In the mods folder, click Upload.
2. Select the .jar file downloaded from CurseForge.
3. Wait for the upload to complete.

Method 2: Via FTP (for multiple mods)

1. Connect via FTP with the provided credentials.
2. Navigate to the mods folder.
3. Drag and drop your mod files.

4️⃣ Restart the Server

1. Go back to the Console tab.
2. Click Restart to restart the server.
3. Check in the console that the mods load correctly.

⚙️ Mod Configuration

Some mods require configuration:

1. In File Manager, open the config folder.
2. Edit configuration files (.yml, .json, .conf).
3. Save and restart the server.

🔄 Update a Mod

1. Download the new version of the mod from CurseForge.
2. Delete the old version in the mods folder.
3. Upload the new version.
4. Restart the server.

⚠️ Important Points

• ✅ Always check mod version compatibility
• ✅ Make a backup before installing new mods
• ✅ Install dependencies required by some mods
• ✅ Test mods on a test server before deploying
• ⚠️ Too many mods can impact server performance

🔄 Hytale vs Minecraft: Important Difference About Mods

⚡ On Hytale (easier!)

• ✅ Installation server-side only
• ✅ Players automatically download mods when connecting
• ✅ No need for modified launcher or manual installation
• ✅ Works like a resource pack on Minecraft

🔧 On Minecraft (more complex)

• ❌ Installation required both server AND client side
• ❌ Players must manually install Forge/Fabric + mods
• ❌ Version and compatibility management is complicated
• ❌ Risk of desynchronization between server and clients

In summary: With Hytale, you install mods on your server and your players automatically benefit from them as soon as they connect! 🎉

❓ FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

🔹 Do my players need to install the mods?

No! This is Hytale's great strength: mods install automatically when your players connect to the server. They don't have to do anything, unlike Minecraft.

🔹 The server won't start after adding a mod

1. Check the logs in the console to identify the error
2. Make sure the mod is compatible with your Hytale version
3. Verify that all dependencies are installed
4. Remove the problematic mod and restart

🔹 How many mods can I install?

It depends on your server's resources (RAM, CPU). The more mods you add, the more resources the server consumes. Monitor performance and upgrade if necessary.

🔹 Can I install complete modpacks?

Yes! You can install modpacks from CurseForge. Installation works the same way, and your players will automatically download the entire modpack when connecting.

🔹 How do I uninstall a mod?

1. Go to the mods folder
2. Delete the mod's .jar file
3. Also delete its configuration folder in mods (if present)
4. Restart the server

Players will see the mod disappear on their next connection.

🔹 Are mods free?

Most mods on CurseForge are free. Some creators accept donations to support their work.

❓ Need Help?

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