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7 ArticlesHow to Configure Your Trackmania Server Settings
Customising your Trackmania server is where the fun really starts! Whether you’d like to make your races private, adjust voting options, or set how many players can join, every detail can be tailored to suit your community. All of these settings are found in your trackmania.json file, accessible from the Config tab. --- Configuring Your Trackmania Server Settings 1. Access your Control Panel. 2. Go to the Config tab. See below for what each setting does and how you can use it. --- Server Details - name Sets the name of your server as it appears in-game. Make it stand out — something fun or unique! - comment Add a short description that shows beneath your server name, such as a message for your players or community link. - hideserver Controls visibility in the public list. - = Public - = Hidden (private) --- Access & Privacy - password Set a password if you want only invited players to join your server. Leave empty for open access. - passwordspectator Adds a separate password for spectators who want to watch without racing. - refereepassword Lets referees or admins access special controls, like reviewing matches or managing gameplay. --- Player & Spectator Limits - maxplayers Defines how many racers can join at once. Increase or lower this depending on your server’s plan. - maxspectators Sets the number of spectators allowed. Great for tournaments or streamers who want to observe the action. - keepplayerslots When set to , players who switch to spectator mode keep their spot in the player list. --- Gameplay Options - matchsettings Points to the match settings file being used (for example, ). You can change this if you’ve made your own configuration. - disableprofileskins Set to to force all cars to use default skins — useful for performance or a clean, competitive look. - allowmapdownload Lets players download custom maps from your server if enabled. - disablehorns Mutes everyone’s car horns. Perfect for keeping things peaceful between laps. - laddermode Determines how player rankings are handled. “forced” ensures everyone’s scores contribute to their ladder progress. - clientinputsmaxlatency Adjusts input delay tolerance for players with slower connections. --- Voting System Voting adds a social element to Trackmania servers — players can vote to restart, skip, or change maps. - callvotetimeout The time players have to vote, in milliseconds. Example: = 60 seconds. - callvoteratio The fraction of votes required for approval. Example: = half of players must agree. - callvoteban / kick / restart / next These define the required ratios for each type of vote, allowing you to make some votes easier or harder to pass. --- Replays & Validation - autosavereplays Saves replays automatically after each race when enabled. - autosavevalidationreplays Saves validation replays for performance tracking or competitions. - usechangingvalidationseed Adds an extra layer of validation randomness — typically left disabled unless you know you need it. --- Saving and Applying Your Changes After editing your settings: 1. Click Save in the editor. 2. Restart your server from the Control Panel. Your changes will apply immediately, and you’ll be racing under your new custom rules! --- Tip: Start Simple, Then Experiment You don’t have to configure everything at once. Try changing a few values, restart the server, and test how it feels in-game. Once you’re comfortable, explore the deeper settings like voting ratios or spectator control to build your perfect Trackmania racing experience!
How to Configure Match Settings on Your Trackmania Server
Editing your Trackmania server’s match settings gives you complete control over how your races run. You can adjust the game mode, choose which maps to include, and tweak gameplay rules to create the perfect experience for your community. --- Configure Your Server Match Settings 1. Access your control panel. 2. Stop your server before making any changes. 3. Go to the Files tab. 4. Open this directory: 5. Review your available maps inside the Campaigns or Downloaded folders. Learn how to upload new maps here. 6. Return to the main UserData directory and open the MatchSettings folder. 7. You can either edit the existing file directly or create a copy to make your own custom settings file. 8. Open the file in the text editor. Inside the file, you’ll find different sections that define your server setup: - Game Mode: Find the tag and set it to your preferred mode. Example: Here are some common options you can use: | Game Mode | Script Name | |------------|-------------| | Time Attack | | | Rounds | | | Teams | | | Cup | | | Laps | | | Stunts | | | Knockout | | | Royal Time Attack | | | Platform | | - Maps: Below the script name, locate the section. Replace the example maps with the ones you want to use. Example: You can include multiple tracks by repeating this line for each map. 9. After editing, click Save. 10. Go to the Config tab in your control panel. 11. In the Match Settings File field, confirm that the file name matches the one you edited (for example: or ). 12. Start your server to apply the changes. --- Once restarted, your server will use your updated match configuration. You can modify the same file anytime to adjust tracks, modes, or gameplay rules without needing to start over.
How to Change the Mode Settings on Your Trackmania Server
Your Trackmania server can run different game modes like Time Attack, Rounds, or Laps, each offering a unique racing experience. Changing the mode lets you tailor how matches play out — whether you want quick solo runs or competitive point-based races. --- Configuring your Server Mode Settings 1. Launch Trackmania from your Steam or Ubisoft Connect library. 2. Join your server from your Club Room or the in-game list. 3. Press the Escape (Esc) key to open the in-game menu. 4. Select Advanced Options. 5. Click Manage Server. 6. Open the Mode Settings or Vote for Mode Settings menu. 7. Adjust the mode or settings to your preference. 8. Choose Apply to submit or vote for the change. --- Once applied, your new mode settings will take effect after the current round ends. If voting is enabled, other players can also vote to approve or modify these settings to keep gameplay balanced and enjoyable.
How To Change the Active Track on Your Trackmania Server
Switching tracks on your Trackmania server is a great way to keep races fresh and fun for everyone. Whether you want to try out a new map right away or queue up the next one, you can easily do it in-game through the server management menu. --- How to Change the Active Track on Your Trackmania Server 1. Launch Trackmania on your PC. 2. Join your server from your Club Room or the in-game server list. 3. Press the Escape (Esc) key to open the menu. 4. Go to Advanced Options. 5. Select Manage Server. 6. Open the Track List to view your available maps. 7. Pick the track you’d like to play next. 8. Choose Next Track to add it to the queue, or Jump to Track to switch immediately. 9. Click Yes to confirm your choice. --- That’s it! The new map will load as soon as the current race ends or right away if you’ve chosen to jump to it. If voting is enabled, players can also suggest or vote on track changes anytime.
How To Upload Custom Maps To Your Trackmania Server
Adding custom maps to your Trackmania server is one of the best ways to keep your community engaged and your races exciting. Uploading new tracks gives players a constant flow of challenges, environments, and creative layouts to enjoy — helping your server stand out and stay active. --- Uploading Custom Maps to Your Trackmania Server 1. Download the map file you want to use. Trackmania maps use the format. - Before uploading, it’s a good idea to test the map locally in Trackmania to make sure it loads correctly. 2. Access your control panel. 3. Stop your server to safely upload files. 4. Go to the Files tab on your panel. 5. Navigate to the following folder: 6. Inside this folder, you’ll see subfolders like Campaigns or Downloaded. You can upload maps into one of these or create a new folder to organize your tracks. 7. Click Upload and select your file(s) to add your new map(s) to the server. 8. Once the upload is complete, open your Match Settings file and add the map’s path so it appears in rotation. 9. Start your server to apply the changes. Your new custom maps will now be available for players to race on through your Trackmania server.
Getting Started With Your Trackmania Server
Getting your Trackmania server started with Shockbyte is quick and straightforward! Once configured, you’ll be ready to host races, build custom tracks, and connect your dedicated server to your in-game Club. --- Getting Started When you first receive your Trackmania server, you’ll go through a short setup process. This helps ensure your server is properly identified and connected to Trackmania’s dedicated server system. During setup, you’ll be asked to: 1. Enter Master Server Login – This is your unique server login used to authenticate with Trackmania’s servers. 2. Enter Master Server Password – This password pairs with your login to complete the authentication. You can create both your Master Server Login and Password here: https://www.trackmania.com/player/dedicated-servers After entering these details, complete the setup to start your server. Once it’s running, it will automatically be linked to your Trackmania Club. Note: If your login or password ever changes, you can update them anytime under the Config tab in your control panel. --- Learn More About Managing Your Trackmania Server How to Join Your Trackmania Server How to Upload Custom Maps to Your Trackmania Server How To Change the Active Track on Your Trackmania Server How to Change the Mode Settings on Your Trackmania Server How to Configure Match Settings on Your Trackmania Server How to Configure Your Trackmania Server Settings
How To Join Your Trackmania Server
Trackmania dedicated servers let you and your friends race and compete on your own custom tracks. You can connect through your in-game Club, which makes accessing and managing your server simple. Dedicated servers work with the Trackmania Club system, allowing you to create and join rooms directly linked to your server. Note: Before continuing, make sure to set a login and password in your Config tab. You can create these here: https://www.trackmania.com/player/dedicated-servers How to Join Your Trackmania Server 1. Log in to your Shockbyte Control Panel and start your Trackmania server. 2. Launch Trackmania from your Ubisoft Connect or Steam library. 3. Open the Clubs menu from the main screen. 4. Create a new Club or select one that you already own. 5. Go to the Administration menu. 6. Click the Plus (+) icon to add a new Club Activity. 7. Choose Room as the activity type and select Use Dedicated Server. 8. Enter a Room Name and pick the Server Account linked to your dedicated server. 9. Press Create to set up the room. 10. You and your friends can now join directly through the Club Room menu. You can also customize your server with community-made maps, password protection, and gameplay settings through your control panel or configuration files.