How to Back Up and Restore Your Enshrouded Server

Welcome to the massive 1.0 release of Enshrouded! Whether you are building an epic castle in the Springlands or venturing deep into the Shroud with your guild, protecting your server data is an absolute must. Losing hours of building progress to a glitch is a nightmare no Flameborn wants to experience.

With the 1.0 update, the developers have completely overhauled the save system. Instead of generating multiple confusing save strings, the game now consolidates your world into a single, easy-to-manage file. Please note that your character data (which includes your levels, skills, and personal inventory) is saved locally on your own personal PC. The server only handles the world data, which includes your bases, voxel terrain changes, and overall game progression.

Step - By - Step Guide

Backing up your Embervale world is incredibly simple. We highly recommend creating a dedicated folder on your computer to store your backups so they are easy to find!

Part 1: How to Back Up Your World

1. Navigate to Actions > Shutdown on your server panel dashboard to safely turn off your server. Modifying or downloading files while the game engine is actively running is dangerous and can lead to data corruption.

   

    

2. Open the File Manager on your server dashboard or connect using your preferred FTP client like FileZilla.

   

    

3. Navigate to the primary save directory located at Server/savegame/.

   

    

4. Inside this directory, you will find a single save file named world0.ksd alongside a backup folder.

   

    

5. Select both the world0.ksd file and the backup folder, then download them directly to your local computer by clicking on the 3 dots on the right side of both and choosing Download. Your world is now safely backed up!

   

Part 2: Restoring a Backup

If you ever need to roll back your server to a previous state, follow these steps to restore your backed up files.

1. Navigate to Actions > Shutdown to bring your server completely offline.

   

    

2. Open your File Manager or FTP client and head back to the Server/savegame/ directory.

   

    

3. Delete the current world0.ksd file located in the folder by clicking on the 3 dots on the right side of the file and choosing Delete. Deleting the active file first prevents any conflicts from occurring when you transfer your old data.

   

    

4. Upload your previously backed up world0.ksd file directly into the Server/savegame/ directory by dragging and dropping the file on the upload bubble above the path.

   

    

5. Navigate to Action > Restart on your dashboard to boot the server back up and load your restored world!

   

Migrating Older Pre-1.0 Saves

If you are returning to the game and want to upload an older save (the old format that used multiple hex-string files), the game engine will handle the upgrade for you! After removing the default world created by the server, simply upload your old save files into the Server/savegame/ folder and boot up the server. The game automatically moves these older files into a new migrated folder and converts everything into a single, compressed world0.ksd file on boot.

Troubleshooting and Tips

If your restored world is not loading correctly, run through these quick troubleshooting checks:

• World Did Not Restore: If you log in and your base is missing, double check your folder paths. Ensure that you placed the world0.ksd file directly into Server/savegame/ and not accidentally inside the backup subfolder.
• Missing Characters: Remember that character files are strictly local to your personal computer. If you buy a new PC or format your hard drive, restoring your server backup will not bring your character back. You must back up your local character files separately.
• File Corruption Risks: Never attempt to upload or download your save files while the server status is marked as online. If the server triggers an autosave while you are moving files via FTP, the data will corrupt. Always shut the server down first.

Conclusion

Backing up your Enshrouded server data is a quick and straightforward process that plays a massive role in preserving your gaming experience. With the streamlined 1.0 save system, keeping your Flameborn sanctuary safe is easier than ever. Keep your files secure, update your backups regularly, and get back to exploring the Shroud!

If you encounter any issues or have further questions, feel free to contact our support team for assistance!

Happy gaming!