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A detailed walkthrough of every Factorio server config file – server-settings.json, map-gen-settings.json, and map-settings.json – plus RCON setup, admin commands, and mod configuration.
April 18, 2026
Fixes for common Factorio dedicated server issues – connection problems, desyncs, UPS drops, mod mismatches, slow joins, and save corruption.
Everything you need to go from a fresh Factorio server order to playing multiplayer with friends – creating your first save, connecting, setting up admins, and getting mods sorted.
Add mods to your Factorio dedicated server by uploading mod files, configuring mod-list.json, and syncing settings with all players.
May 8, 2026
Restrict access to your Factorio server using the built-in whitelist system with server-whitelist.json and in-game commands.
Keep your Factorio dedicated server up to date using the Steam Update tool, and avoid version mismatch issues with your players.
Transfer your local Factorio save to your dedicated server using File Manager or SFTP, and configure the server to load it.
Set up Factorio's Space Age DLC on your dedicated server, understand the 2.0 engine update, and manage DLC requirements for players.
