How do I upload files or a pre-made world/map to my server?

You can upload almost anything to your server through the Files tab — files or whole folders of any size — and use SFTP if you'd rather work from a desktop app. Picking the right method for the job makes uploads far smoother.

Overview

The uploader in the Files tab takes files or whole folders of any size (drag and drop) and sends them straight to your server. A desktop SFTP client is a good alternative for very large transfers on a shaky connection, since it handles interruptions gracefully.

How to upload

1. Open the Files tab and browse to the folder the file belongs in.
2. Click Upload and drag your files or whole folders in (or use the file picker).
3. Prefer a desktop app? Connect over SFTP instead (see the SFTP article).
4. If you uploaded an archive (.zip / .tar.gz), unarchive it in place (see the Archive article).

Tip: There's no upload size limit in Files, and whole folders work too; SFTP is handy if you'd rather use a desktop app.

Tips & best practices

• Stop the server before replacing world or config files so nothing is overwritten mid-write.

Frequently asked questions

The browser won't let me upload a folder — what do I do? Drag the folder onto your server's Files page in the client area — whole folders upload directly. You can also zip it and unarchive it on the server, or use SFTP.

Where does my uploaded file need to go? See "Where do I put an uploaded world, map, plugin, or mod?" for placement guidance.