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# Best Icarus Server Settings for Multiplayer

The best Icarus server settings for multiplayer depend on your group size and how you like to play. A well-configured server reduces lag and stuttering, protects your world, and makes it easy for friends to join. 

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## Server Settings

* Access the [Apollo Panel](https://control.sparkedhost.us/).

* Go to the **Files** tab.

* Navigate to the following directory: \`Icarus/Saved/Config/\`

* Open the \`ServerSettings.ini\` file.

* Start editing the desired settings.

### Max Players

* Find and set the correct \`MaxPlayers=\` for your server.

  ![](https://images.surferseo.art/9fa6bc83-7d52-46bb-bcc2-646c18c2a19b.png)

For a small server, 4 is a good starting point, and you can raise it if the server handles it well.

### Passwords

* \`JoinPassword\` - This field is what players enter to join. Leave it empty for a public server, or set one to keep the server private.

* \`AdminPassword\` - This unlocks admin commands in-game. Set one, and never leave it blank, since an empty admin password lets anyone log in as admin.

### Prospects

A prospect is a saved world.

* \`AllowNonAdminsToLaunchProspects\` - \`True\` lets any player start a prospect. Set it to \`False\` on a public server, so only admins can.

* \`AllowNonAdminsToDeleteProspects\` - Keep this at \`False\`, so no one can delete your world by accident.

* \`ResumeProspect\` - \`True\` loads the last prospect when the server starts, so your world is ready right away.