How to Change Your Project Zomboid Server Name and Description

Giving your Project Zomboid server a custom name and description helps set it apart in the server list. Whether you’re hosting for friends, running a roleplay community, or launching a public survival hub, a good name and description can make your server more appealing to players.

Here’s how you can update both in just a few steps using your GGServers panel.

💡 Tip: Keep it concise! Long server names or descriptions may prevent your server from appearing in the public list.

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Steps to Update Your Server Info

1. Log in to your GGServers Pterodactyl Control Panel.
2. Click on Files in the left-hand menu.
3. Open the file:

Pterodactyl/Server/Pterodactyl.ini

4. Scroll through the file and locate these two lines:

PublicName=
PublicDescription=

5. Replace the values with your desired server name and description. For example:

PublicName=Zombie Outbreak RP
PublicDescription=Roleplay-focused survival experience. Custom rules, friendly community!

6. Save the file.
7. Restart your server from the panel to apply the new settings.

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Once your server restarts, your new name and description will be visible in the in-game server list (if your server is set to public).

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