{"id":18141,"date":"2026-01-08T11:44:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T11:44:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/?post_type=ht_kb&p=18141"},"modified":"2026-01-08T11:44:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T11:44:22","slug":"set-or-change-api-key-pavlov-server","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/article\/set-or-change-api-key-pavlov-server\/","title":{"rendered":"Set or Change API Key Pavlov Server"},"content":{"rendered":"

How to Set or Change the API Key for Your Pavlov VR Server<\/h2>\n

To ensure your Pavlov VR server appears in the public server list and remains protected from potential DDoS attacks, Vankrupt Games now requires all dedicated servers to use a unique API Key. This key authenticates your server with the master server, allowing players to find and join your matches easily. Follow this step-by-step guide to generate and apply your API Key using the GGServers panel.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Access the GGServers Control Panel<\/h3>\n

Begin by logging into your account at the GGServers Control Panel<\/a>. Once you are on the dashboard, select the Pavlov VR server instance you want to configure.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Stop Your Server<\/h3>\n

Before applying any authentication or identity settings, it is best practice to Stop<\/strong> your server. This ensures that the new API Key is properly recognized by the server’s initialization script when it boots back up.<\/p>\n

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Stop the server before updating your credentials.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Step 3: Navigate to Server Settings<\/h3>\n

On the left-hand navigation menu, click on the Server Settings<\/strong> button. This will expand the configuration options for your server.<\/p>\n

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Click the Server Settings button.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Step 4: Open General Settings<\/h3>\n

Within the server settings sub-menu, click on the General Settings<\/strong> tab. This is where you will manage the core authentication variables for your Pavlov instance.<\/p>\n

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Open the General Settings tab.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Step 5: Generate and Input Your API Key<\/h3>\n

To get your unique key, visit the official Vankrupt master server page: https:\/\/pavlov-ms.vankrupt.com\/servers\/v1\/key<\/a>. Once you have your key, return to the GGServers panel and locate the API Key<\/strong> field. Paste the key into the box; the panel will automatically save the change as you type.<\/p>\n

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Enter your Vankrupt API Key in this field.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Step 6: Start Your Server<\/h3>\n

Now that your API Key is configured, return to the main dashboard and click Start<\/strong>. Your Pavlov VR server is now fully authenticated and will be visible to players in the global server list.<\/p>\n

If you encounter any issues with server visibility or key generation, please reach out to the GGServers support team at GGServers Support<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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