Branch
public
- Status
- Stable · Default
Pricing announced at launch
Coming soon
Why LOW.MS?
Below are a few reasons why LOW.MS is the ideal place to host your game server.
SourceMod and MetaMod preinstalled
Versus Saxton Hale, Randomizer, x10, Prop Hunt, Zombie Escape, Dodgeball, custom MvM. Add plugins instead of building the stack yourself.
Update control
A Valve patch that breaks every plugin on the server is the classic TF2 problem. Take the update when your plugin set is ready for it.
A server with regulars
Your map cycle, your admins, your donor perks. That is what turns a queue into a community.
Cheap to run, quick to start
Source dedicated servers are light on resources, which makes this one of the easiest first servers for a group.
RCON and live console
Full console access and RCON, so admin work happens from the panel rather than in-game guesswork.
DDoS protection as standard
Popular public servers get attacked. Always-on enterprise protection is included, not an add-on.
Automatic Cloud Backups
Your Team Fortress 2 worlds, settings and mod configuration are backed up to the cloud automatically. Keep up to 20 backups per server and lock the ones that matter so they are never cleared to make room.
From the Backups tab in the LOW.MS control panel you can restore any backup in one click, download a copy to your PC, or take a manual backup before a big change.
- Automatic scheduled backups, stored off your server
- Lock important backups so they are never overwritten
- One-click restore, or download any backup to your PC
- Included with every Team Fortress 2 server, no extra cost
Overview Console Players Manage Files Mods Backups Logs Settings
Backups include your worlds and mod settings. Locked ones are never deleted to make room.
13/20 backups used Create backup
| Created | Size | Status | Locked | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/08/2026, 15:19 | 3.6 MB | Completed | DownloadRestoreDelete | |
| 17/08/2026, 15:14 | 3.6 MB | Completed | DownloadRestoreDelete | |
| 14/08/2026, 00:12 | 3.6 MB | Completed | DownloadRestoreDelete | |
| 11/08/2026, 23:33 | 1.3 MB | Completed | DownloadRestoreDelete |
9 more backups
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Trustpilot
What people say after they have moved a server to us.
Read our reviews on TrustpilotTop choice in my list
Out of all hosting providers. This is by far the top choice in my list. Simple UI with a mod manager included making it hassle-free when downloading specific mods.
Jose, Trustpilot review
Very helpful and responsive
I opened a ticket for help migrating my server from a different host. The game is Palworld and it isn't a simple process, they did it for me! Very helpful and responsive.
Justin, Trustpilot review
Insanely reliable service
Their prices are pretty cheap and I thought they'd cut back on performance but damn was I wrong. The service has been insanely reliable and the Support Team are on their own level!
Anti, Trustpilot review
Every branch, supported.
We support every public Team Fortress 2 Steam branch out of the box, including the private password-protected ones. Switch from your control panel any time.
- 6 – Team Fortress 2 branches supported natively
- Free one-click branch switching from your panel
- Private password-protected branches supported
- View branches on SteamDB
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Branch
prerelease
- Status
- Available
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13 Server Locations
Low latency wherever your players are
Pick the location closest to your Team Fortress 2 players. If you are not sure which one to choose, contact support.
Every location has DDoS protection that can absorb attacks of up to 100 Gbps.
If there is a location you would like us to add, let us know. The right location also lists your server under the right region in the in-game server browser.
Our DatacentersEurope
- Amsterdam, NL
- Nuremberg, DE
- Helsinki, FI
- Warsaw, PL
North America
- Ashburn, VA
- Miami, FL
- Dallas, TX
- San Jose, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- Bend, OR
Asia & Oceania
- Singapore, SG
- Sydney, AU
- Melbourne, AU
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Team Fortress 2 server hosting.
Ready to host your Team Fortress 2 server?
Instant Setup
Your server will be ready within minutes
DDoS Protection
Enterprise-grade protection included
24/7 Support
Expert help whenever you need it
Pricing announced at launch
Cancel anytime. No minimum term. Full refund within 5 days.
Secure Payment
5-Day Money Back
No Contracts
What is Team Fortress 2
Team Fortress 2 is eighteen years old and still one of the most played shooters on Steam. Nine classes, a deep and unforgiving movement system, and game modes from straightforward Payload to the ridiculous. Valve's Casual matchmaking replaced Quickplay in 2016 and now carries most of the population, but several thousand players are on community servers at any hour, running custom maps, custom modes and their own rules. That is the whole argument for hosting your own. A TF2 server with SourceMod behind it can run anything: 2Fort 24/7, Versus Saxton Hale, Jump maps, Surf, Randomizer, x10, MvM with custom missions, Zombie Escape, Prop Hunt, and dozens of modes that only exist because someone wrote a plugin for them. Add your own admin team, your own map cycle and your own donor perks, and you have a community rather than a queue. Source dedicated servers are lightweight and cheap to run, which makes this an easy first server for a group. We are templating TF2 now with SourceMod and MetaMod installed, RCON console access, and update control so a Valve patch does not take your plugins down without warning. Watch this page for the order button.
Money-back Guarantee
We are confident that you'll be happy with our service. If on the rare occasion there is a problem with your service, we will do our absolute best to get things working for you, or you can simply ask for your money back.
We have a full 5 day money-back guarantee on all our game server hosting. No questions asked.
Knowledgebase Articles
A selection of hosting guides and articles, hand-written by our own support team
Connecting to Your Server with SFTP (Port 8822)
Connect FileZilla or WinSCP to your LOW.MS server on port 8822 with your control panel login, find your files, and fix the usual connection and upload problems.
Fixing "Cannot Connect to Server. App ID Specified by Server Is Invalid" on Steam
Seeing "Cannot connect to server. App ID specified by the server is invalid" when joining your ARK, Palworld or other Steam game server? It's a Steam client bug, not your server. Here's how to get connected.
Upgrading your server
A quick guide on getting your server upgraded
Upgrading / downgrading your LOW.MS server
A quick guide on upgrading your LOW.MS server.
Cancelling your server
A quick guide on how to cancel your server with LOW.MS
How to use the scheduled tasks via control panel
Easily create scheduled tasks to make your server run smoothly.
Cutting Edge Control Panel
Start, stop and manage your Team Fortress 2 server from your browser. Your control panel puts server settings, files, SFTP and backups within reach.
Nexus is now available for supported games, with built-in tools for everyday server management. Existing servers may still use TCAdmin; our support team can help you find the right panel for your server.
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