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How to Add Mods to Your Valheim Server

Add mods to a Valheim server

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Mar 10, 2026

Valheim mods are based on the BepInEx framework. You need to install BepInEx first before you can add mods. See Install BepInEx.

  1. Download mods
    Download the desired mods from Thunderstore or Nexus Mods.

  2. Stop the server
    Stop your server via the dashboard.

  3. Connect via SFTP
    Connect to your server via SFTP.

  4. Upload mod files
    Extract the mod and upload the .dll file(s) to the following directory:

    /BepInEx/plugins/

  5. Start the server
    Start your server.

Written byEmeraldHost Team
Last updated on Apr 10, 2026 Edit on GitHub

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