How to Change Your Holdfast Server Name

The server name is what players see when browsing for Holdfast servers. A clear, descriptive name helps players find your server and understand what to expect.

Changing Your Server Name

Using the Blacksmith’s Portal

1. Open the Blacksmith’s Portal
2. Select your Holdfast server
3. Go to Startup
4. Change SERVER NAME to your desired value

5. Restart your server

The new name will appear in the Holdfast server browser once the server finishes starting.

Self-Hosting/Other Providers

1. Open your Holdfast config file (for example, serverconfig_myserver.txt)
2. Set the server_name value:

server_name My Custom Server

3. Restart your server

Per the Holdfast wiki, also set server_region (for example, europe or usa) so your server appears in the correct regional browser filter.

Server Naming Tips

• Include the game mode: Army Battlefield, Army Siege, or Naval Battlefield
• Add your region: [US East], [EU], or [AU] helps players find low-ping servers
• Mention event type: Line Battle, Public, or Casual
• Include community name: Add your regiment or group name
• Keep it readable: Avoid excessive symbols or ALL CAPS

Example names:

• [US East] Army Battlefield | New Players Welcome
• [EU] Line Battle Events | 33rd Regiment
• [AU] Army Siege | Casual Play

Holdfast Community Conventions

• Line battle servers include LB or Line Battle in the name
• Public servers include Public for casual open play
• Event servers are usually passworded with the event or regiment name
• Training servers include Training or Drill

Note: If your server name isn’t updating after a restart, check Console on the Blacksmith’s Portal. It can take a minute to propagate to the master server list.