> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.wasabihosting.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started with Your Game Server

> How to order a game server at Wasabi Hosting, log in to the Game Panel, and get your server online in minutes

This guide takes you from ordering your first game server to managing it in the Wasabi Hosting Game Panel. The whole process takes just a few minutes — servers deploy automatically about two minutes after payment.

## Ordering a Server

<Steps>
  <Step title="Pick your game">
    Head to [wasabihosting.com/game-servers](https://wasabihosting.com/game-servers) and choose from 16+ supported games — Minecraft, Rust, FiveM, Palworld, Counter-Strike, DayZ, and more.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose a plan and location">
    Select the plan that fits your player count and mod ambitions. You can choose between **Amsterdam (NL)**, **Frankfurt (DE)**, and **Ashburn (US East)**. Pick the location closest to your players for the lowest ping.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete checkout">
    Create your account (or log in) at [billing.wasabihosting.com](https://billing.wasabihosting.com) and complete payment.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Wait ~2 minutes">
    Deployment is fully automatic. Your server is installed and ready to join within about two minutes of completed payment — no manual setup required. You'll receive an email with your panel login details.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Not sure which plan to pick? Start small — you can upgrade at any time from the [billing area](https://billing.wasabihosting.com) and your files, worlds, and configurations are kept during the upgrade.
</Tip>

## Logging in to the Game Panel

Your server is managed through the **Wasabi Hosting Game Panel** at [panel.wasabihosting.com](https://panel.wasabihosting.com). Log in with the credentials from your welcome email, then select your server from the dashboard.

## Panel Overview

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Console">
    A live view of your server's output. Start, stop, and restart the server here, watch the boot process, and send server commands directly.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="File Manager">
    Browse, edit, upload, and download your server files right in the browser. For bulk uploads, use SFTP — see the [file management guide](/server/file-management).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Backups">
    Create manual backups and restore them with one click. See the [backups guide](/server/backups) for scheduling and best practices.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Schedules">
    Automate recurring tasks such as restarts, backups, or console commands — for example a nightly restart during off-peak hours.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Startup">
    Adjust startup parameters and variables for your game — server name, ports, world settings, and more, depending on the game.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Users">
    Give co-owners or moderators their own panel access with granular permissions. See the [sub-users guide](/server/sub-users).
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## First Steps After Deployment

1. **Start the server** from the Console and watch the first boot complete.
2. **Find your address** — your server's IP and port are shown in the panel. Share it with your players.
3. **Configure your server** — every game has its own configuration guide in the Game Guides section of these docs.
4. **Set up backups** — enable a backup routine before you invest hours into your world. See [backups](/server/backups).
5. **Protect your server** — review the [Firewall Manager](/firewall-manager) if you want custom firewall rules.

## Getting Help

* **Support tickets**: [billing.wasabihosting.com/submitticket.php](https://billing.wasabihosting.com/submitticket.php) — 24/7
* **Discord**: [discord.wasabihosting.com](https://discord.wasabihosting.com)
* **Email**: [hello@wasabihosting.com](mailto:hello@wasabihosting.com)

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