This guide covers admin setup and server management for your Aloft dedicated server on Legion Hosting. Learn how to add admins, manage players, and maintain your server. For initial setup and configuration, see our Aloft Server Setup Guide.
Admin Setup
Aloft uses Steam64 IDs to designate server administrators. Admins are configured through the ADMIN_IDS startup variable in GPanel.
Adding Admins
- Log in to GPanel
- Select your Aloft server
- Go to the Startup tab
- Find the
ADMIN_IDSvariable - Enter one or more Steam64 IDs separated by spaces
- Restart the server to apply changes
# Example ADMIN_IDS value (multiple admins separated by spaces)
76561198012345678 765611980876543217656119.
Server Visibility
Control whether your server appears in the public lobby browser using the IS_VISIBLE startup variable:
true— Server appears in the public lobby browser for anyone to find and joinfalse— Server is hidden and only accessible via direct connect code
Island Protection
The PRIVATE_ISLANDS setting controls whether home island spawning is protected:
false(default) — All players can interact with any islandtrue— Home islands have protected spawning areas
Server Management via GPanel
Since Aloft's dedicated server has limited console commands, most management is done through GPanel:
| Action | How To |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop/Restart Server | Use the power controls on GPanel's main page |
| Change Server Name | Edit SERVER_NAME in Startup tab (no spaces, use underscores) |
| Change Player Limit | Edit MAX_PLAYERS in Startup tab (max 8) |
| Add/Remove Admins | Edit ADMIN_IDS in Startup tab |
| Toggle Visibility | Edit IS_VISIBLE in Startup tab |
| View Console Logs | Check the Console tab for server output and errors |
Backup and Restore
- Use GPanel's built-in backup feature to create snapshots
- Download save files via SFTP for local backups
- Save data is located at:
.wine/drive_c/users/container/AppData/LocalLow/Astrolabe Interactive/Aloft/Data01/Saves/ - Always back up before game updates or major configuration changes
Troubleshooting
Server Not Appearing in Browser
- Verify
IS_VISIBLEis set totrue - Ensure the server has fully started (look for
Server Readyin console) - Wait 1-2 minutes for the listing to propagate
- Try connecting via direct connect to confirm the server is running
World Not Regenerating with New Settings
NUM_ISLANDS and CREATIVE_MODE only apply on initial world creation. To apply new values, delete the existing save folder and restart.
Server Name Shows Underscores
Aloft's server name does not support spaces. Use underscores in the SERVER_NAME variable and they will appear as-is in the browser.
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Need Help?
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