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How to Reset Your Project Zomboid Server

Last updated: September 18, 2026

Resetting your Project Zomboid server reinstalls it from scratch, giving you a clean set of files. This is useful when the server is badly broken or you want a completely fresh start. A reset clears your current files, so back up anything you want to keep first.

Note: To reset only the world - keeping your server settings, mods, and accounts - you do not need a full reinstall. See Reset the World instead.

Step 1: Back Up Your Files

Download these from the server with SFTP, or save a panel backup if your plan includes one:

  • Zomboid/Server/ - your server config and SandboxVars.
  • Zomboid/Saves/ - your worlds.
  • Zomboid/db/ - player accounts, whitelist, and bans.
Important: A reset deletes your config, saves, and accounts. Make sure your backup has finished before you continue.

Step 2: Reinstall the Server

  1. Log in to the NolimitHost Game Panel and select your Project Zomboid server.
  2. Stop the server from the Console page.
  3. Go to Configuration > Advanced > Reinstall Server and confirm.
  4. Wait for the reinstall to complete. The server files are downloaded again and custom files are cleared.

Step 3: Restore Your Setup

  1. Upload your backed-up Zomboid/Server/, Zomboid/Saves/, and Zomboid/db/ folders back into place.
  2. Confirm the admin password is still set on the panel's Startup tab.
  3. Start the server and confirm it loads with the correct name and settings.
Tip: If you only need to fix one setting or file, edit that file in Files instead of a full reset. For a new map without wiping everything, use Reset the World.