{"id":1440,"date":"2026-02-02T22:15:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T22:15:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.academy-hosting.com\/hosting\/?post_type=docs&#038;p=1440"},"modified":"2026-02-03T01:22:43","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T01:22:43","password":"","slug":"mordhau-server-admin-guide","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/www.academy-hosting.com\/hosting\/guides\/mordhau-guides\/mordhau-server-admin-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Mordhau Server Admin Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This guide provides a complete overview of <strong>Mordhau server administration<\/strong>, including essential admin console commands, player management tools, map control, and trusted community resources for server owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are running a casual public server or a competitive environment, understanding these administrative tools is critical to maintaining stability, fairness, and a positive player experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Server Map Names and Game Modes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When managing maps or rotating game modes, it is important to use the <strong>correct internal map names<\/strong>. Mordhau uses internal identifiers that differ from in-game display names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a complete and up-to-date list of map names and supported modes, refer to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/mordhau.fandom.com\/wiki\/Server_Map_Names\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mordhau Fandom \u2013 Server Map Names<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This resource is essential when configuring map rotations, using admin commands, or troubleshooting map loading issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mordhau Server Owner Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Running a Mordhau server is much easier when you are connected with other experienced server owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Mordhau Server Owner Discord<\/strong> is an active community where administrators discuss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Server performance and optimization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mod compatibility and issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admin tools and best practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updates and server-side changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.gg\/hTgtnmY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join the Mordhau Server Owner Discord<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This community is highly recommended for both new and experienced server owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Admin Console Commands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Admin console commands allow you to control gameplay, manage players, and moderate your server in real time. These commands are entered through the server console or in-game admin console.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changing the Active Map<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">changelevel &lt;map name&gt;\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Instantly changes the server to the specified map. The map name must match the internal map identifier exactly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Always verify map names using the Mordhau Fandom map list to avoid loading errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bot Management Commands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bots can be useful for testing, training, or filling empty slots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">addbots &lt;integer&gt;\naddbots team &lt;integer&gt; &lt;0 for red, 1 for blue&gt;\nremovebots &lt;integer&gt;\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>addbots<\/strong> \u2013 Adds bots to the server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>addbots team<\/strong> \u2013 Adds bots to a specific team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>removebots<\/strong> \u2013 Removes bots from the server<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Player Management Commands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These commands allow administrators to moderate player behavior and enforce rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">kick &lt;username \/ PlayfabID&gt; &lt;reason&gt;\nban &lt;username \/ PlayfabID&gt; &lt;duration in minutes&gt; &lt;reason&gt;\nmute &lt;username \/ PlayfabID&gt; &lt;duration in minutes&gt; &lt;reason&gt;\nunban &lt;username \/ PlayfabID&gt;\nbanlist\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>kick<\/strong> \u2013 Removes a player from the server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ban<\/strong> \u2013 Temporarily or permanently bans a player<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>mute<\/strong> \u2013 Prevents a player from chatting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>unban<\/strong> \u2013 Removes a ban<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>banlist<\/strong> \u2013 Displays current bans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gameplay Adjustment Commands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">slomo &lt;value&gt;\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjusts the global game speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><code>slomo 1<\/code> \u2013 Normal speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>slomo 0.5<\/code> \u2013 Half speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>slomo 2<\/code> \u2013 Double speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This command is useful for testing mechanics or creating custom events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vote Kick Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">cancelvotekick\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancels an active vote kick. This is useful if a vote is being abused or started incorrectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Player Information Commands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">playerlist\ncopyid &lt;slot number&gt;\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>playerlist<\/strong> \u2013 Displays connected players, slot numbers, and IDs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>copyid<\/strong> \u2013 Copies a player\u2019s PlayfabID for moderation actions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Using PlayfabIDs ensures accuracy when kicking or banning players with similar names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ban Duration Reference (Temp Bans)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When issuing temporary bans, durations are measured in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Duration<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Minutes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1 Hour<\/td><td>60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Day<\/td><td>1440<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Week<\/td><td>10080<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Month<\/td><td>43800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Permanent<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Effective Mordhau server administration requires a solid understanding of admin commands, player moderation tools, and server resources. 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