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# How To Add Mods To A Valheim Server

# How To Add Mods To A Valheim Server

Adding mods to your Valheim server is a great way to enhance gameplay, customize mechanics, and introduce new features for you and your friends. Whether you're looking to tweak combat, expand building options, or add quality-of-life improvements, installing mods can transform your server experience. This guide will walk you through the setup process so you can start modding safely and effectively.

## Installing BepInEx On A Valheim Server

BepInEx is a popular modding framework used for Unity-based games, including *Valheim*. It acts as a plugin loader and patching system, allowing custom mods and code to run within the game. If you’re adding mods to a Valheim server or client, BepInEx is often the essential first step.

### **Key Features Of BepInEx**

* Loads DLL-based mods automatically at game launch

* Enables advanced customization through plugin architecture

* Includes built-in debugging and logging tools

* Works on both client and dedicated server installs

In short, BepInEx is the backbone for most Valheim mods—it makes the entire modding ecosystem possible.

To install BepInEx on a Valheim server: 

* Login to control panel.

  ![](https://images.surferseo.art/4c9f365e-8d44-46e1-a433-75a1f706ff6f.png)

* Stop your server.

* Look for the option called "Game Vault".

  ![](https://images.surferseo.art/3ce7dd97-0a74-4cd6-8563-ce9d2e685f53.png)

* In the search engine type "valheim bepinex" and Click on "New Session"

  ![](https://images.surferseo.art/f40a3855-b3f1-433b-b1c6-bdf70dbccfed.png)

* To finish, just click on “Start new valheim bepinex session”.

* Enable the "Take backup" option to automatically generate a backup copy to prevent loss of important data.

  ![](https://images.surferseo.art/37fc9904-4640-434f-9882-1b106ce77b65.png)

## Installing Mods On A Valheim Server

To install mods on a Valheim server: 

* Open your [Apollo Panel](https://control.sparkedhost.us/).

* Stop the server.

* Head over to the **LaunchPad** tab.

* Install the desired mod.

  ![](https://images.surferseo.art/e5d0f25e-8daf-4915-b33c-f1d944bbc583.png)

* Start the server.

You have successfully installed the mod.

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