How to Set Up a Terraria Server

Terraria is the 2D action-sandbox of digging, building and boss fights. A dedicated server (vanilla or TShock) keeps your world live for the whole group, with plugins and tModLoader for deeper mods. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a Terraria server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.

What you need

• A Terraria plan with around 1–3 GB of RAM — Terraria is a Light-class game.
• Support for TShock and tModLoader, included on every GGameHost Terraria plan.
• Your friends or community to play with (1–16 slots (255 max)).

Step 1 — Choose your plan

Pick a plan sized for your Terraria community. We recommend about 1–3 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Terraria plans start at $3.99/mo.

Step 2 — Deploy your server

Check out and your Terraria server provisions automatically in under 60 seconds, with console access right away — no manual install, no command line.

Step 3 — Connect & invite players

Once your Terraria server is online, share its address (IP and port) with your friends so they can join. Start, stop and restart it anytime from the control panel.

Step 4 — Install mods & configure

Your Terraria server supports TShock, Plugins, tModLoader, Config, FTP/SFTP. Install TShock and tModLoader straight from the one-click installer, or upload your own from the control panel — then tweak settings in the visual config editor.

Step 5 — Keep it running smoothly

Enable scheduled automatic backups, set restart timers, and monitor CPU, RAM and player counts from the dashboard. Always-on DDoS protection and 24/7 support keep your Terraria server stable.

Recommended specs for Terraria

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