How to Connect to your Windrose Server
Use an Invite Code to connect to your Windrose server. Find it in Basic Settings or ServerDescription.json, paste it in-game to join.
Ready to set sail and conquer the high seas with your crew? Getting your friends into your Windrose server is a breeze. Instead of messing around with traditional IP addresses and ports, Windrose uses a simple Invite Code system. This keeps your connection process quick and your world secure from uninvited swashbucklers.
This guide will show you exactly where to find your server's code and how players can use it to connect.
Finding Your Invite Code
Before anyone can join, the server owner needs to retrieve the unique invite code and share it with the group.
Log into your server panel and head over to Basic Settings, where you'll see your Invite Code.
(Alternative) If you prefer working with files, you can also locate the code using your File Manager by opening the
ServerDescription.jsonfile.
Copy the Invite Code and share it directly with your players.
Connecting to the Server
Once you have the Invite Code, connecting to the world takes just a few clicks in-game.
Launch Windrose on your PC.
From the main menu, navigate to Play.
Select the Connect to Server option.
Paste the Invite Code exactly as it was provided to you, then click Find.
Click Connect to load into the server.
Troubleshooting & Tips
If you or your friends cannot connect, run through these common checks:
Verify Server Status: Check your server panel to ensure the status is listed as "Running." A server that is still booting up will reject connection attempts.
Check for Extra Spaces: When copying and pasting the Invite Code, it is incredibly easy to accidentally grab a blank space at the beginning or end of the string. Ensure the code is pasted cleanly.
Keep Your Code Safe: Treat your Invite Code like a password. Since Windrose relies on this code for access, anyone who has it can join your server.
Conclusion
Your crew is now ready to drop the sails! The Invite Code system makes it incredibly straightforward to manage who has access to your server without needing to memorize numbers or configure direct connections.
If you encounter any issues or have further questions, feel free to contact our support team for assistance!