How to Change Name of FiveM Server
Changing your FiveM server's name is a simple yet crucial step in creating a unique identity for your gaming community. In this guide, we’ll show you how to change the settings for your server name and description that shows on the FiveM server list.
To change the server name settings of your FiveM server:
Access Apollo Game Panel
Navigate to the "Startup" menu under the "Configuration" category.
Under variables, change "Server Hostname" to your desired name. By changing this box, you will edit your server.cfg file.

You can also change your server name by navigating to the File Manager, opening the server.cfg file in the text editor, and editing the line that says:
Once you configure the server.cfg file, click save and restart your server.
To change the description of your server:
Access Apollo Game Panel
Navigate to the "Startup" menu under the "Configuration" category.
Under variables, change "Server Description" to your desired description. By changing this box, you will edit your server.cfg file.
You can also change your description by navigating to the File Manager, opening the server.cfg file in the text editor, and editing the line that says:
Once you configure the server.cfg file, click save and restart your server.
Congratulations, you have changed the name and description of your FiveM server!
Still have some questions? Reach out to our support and open a ticket!
Changing Your FiveM Server Name
To change the server name settings of your FiveM server:
Access Apollo Game Panel
Navigate to the "Startup" menu under the "Configuration" category.
Under variables, change "Server Hostname" to your desired name. By changing this box, you will edit your server.cfg file.

You can also change your server name by navigating to the File Manager, opening the server.cfg file in the text editor, and editing the line that says:
sets sv_projectName "CHANGETHISPART"
Once you configure the server.cfg file, click save and restart your server.
Changing Your FiveM Server Description
To change the description of your server:
Access Apollo Game Panel
Navigate to the "Startup" menu under the "Configuration" category.
Under variables, change "Server Description" to your desired description. By changing this box, you will edit your server.cfg file.
You can also change your description by navigating to the File Manager, opening the server.cfg file in the text editor, and editing the line that says:
sets sv_projectDesc "CHANGETHISPART"
Once you configure the server.cfg file, click save and restart your server.
Congratulations, you have changed the name and description of your FiveM server!
Still have some questions? Reach out to our support and open a ticket!
Updated on: 25/01/2025
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