Most Vintage Story servers do not need a database by default, but some mods or external tools may ask for one.
- Open your Vintage Story server in the control panel.
- Click the Databases tab.
- Click New Database.
- Create the database, then use the generated endpoint, username, and password details in the mod or tool that asked for database access.
If you are not sure whether a mod needs a database, check the mod instructions first. Adding a database when it is not needed will not make the server run faster.
Before you start
Make one change at a time and keep a note of what you changed. If the server is active, warn players before restarting or applying settings that may disconnect them.
If you get stuck
Check the control-panel console or latest log output for errors. If you submit a support ticket, include the server name, the change you made, and the exact error message.
