Hytale automatically creates a backup of your Hytale server save files every 30 minutes. This means if there is a failed update or a bug, you're able to restore to a previous time, giving you access to saved data in case something goes wrong.

Entering Recovery Mode and Restoring Backups Recommended

The recommended method for restoring your Hytale server with minimal effort and risk.

1
Log in to Bropanel and Stop your server.
2
In the sidebar, go to Settings.
3
Find the Boot Mode setting and change it from Normal to Recovery Mode.
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Click Save & Restart to apply your changes.
5
Look for the time you want to restore from and enter a number into the console to restore that backup.
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Change the server Boot Mode back to Normal, then click Save & Restart to apply your changes.

Manual Backup Restoration

For advanced users who need direct control over the restoration process or when Recovery Mode is unavailable.

1
Log in to Bropanel and Stop your server.
2
In the sidebar, go to Files.
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Navigate to the backups folder and download the backup you want to restore (e.g. 2026-01-16_20-19-03.zip) and extract the backup on your PC.
4
Rename or delete the existing universe folder on your server.
5
Create a new empty universe folder on your server.
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Upload all the contents from your backup to the new universe folder.
7
Start your server.

Server File Structure

backups

2026-01-16_20-19-03.zip(Example backup)

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universe

worlds

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