{"id":18411,"date":"2026-01-18T16:07:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T16:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/?post_type=ht_kb&p=18411"},"modified":"2026-01-18T16:07:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T16:07:44","slug":"auto-save-interval-openrct2-server","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/article\/auto-save-interval-openrct2-server\/","title":{"rendered":"Auto Save Interval OpenRCT2 Server"},"content":{"rendered":"

How to Change the Auto Save Interval on Your OpenRCT2 Server<\/h2>\n

Maintaining regular backups of your park is essential for preventing data loss during unexpected reboots or crashes. By adjusting the Auto Save Interval<\/strong>, you can control how frequently your OpenRCT2 server records your progress. Whether you want a backup every minute for high-intensity building or once an hour for a more stable environment, the GGServers panel makes this adjustment simple. Follow the steps below to set your preferred interval.<\/p>\n

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

Log in to your GGServers Control Panel<\/a> and select your OpenRCT2 server. This dashboard allows you to manage all aspects of your theme park’s automation and safety settings.<\/p>\n

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

To ensure that the new save frequency is correctly written to your server configuration, you must first stop the server. Click the red Stop<\/strong> button on the main console. Wait until the status indicator displays “Offline” before proceeding to the settings.<\/p>\n

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Ensure the server is stopped before modifying automation intervals.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

On the left-hand navigation sidebar, click on the Server Settings<\/strong> button. This menu gives you access to the core performance and behavior toggles for your OpenRCT2 instance.<\/p>\n

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Open the Server Settings menu to access your configuration tabs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

In the Server Settings area, select the General Settings<\/strong> tab. This section manages the fundamental rules for your world, including how often it creates restore points.<\/p>\n

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Go to General Settings to find the Auto Save Interval field.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Step 5: Change the Auto Save Interval Setting<\/h3>\n

Locate the box labeled Autosave Interval<\/strong>. You can enter a value from 0 to 5 based on the following scale:<\/p>\n