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Hosting a DayZ Server doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive!

The easiest, fastest and most reliable way to get started is to use a dedicated hosting provider, like us: Kinetic Hosting, with instant setup and full mod support, you can be up and running near instantly.

Whilst self-hosting, or using a dedicated server, is possible, they often require advanced technical knowledge, strong hardware and a lot of time to configure different ports and firewalls. The least stressful and simplest way to host a server is managed hosting.

Key Takeaways

The easiest way to host a DayZ server is with a managed provider. No setup stress, no port forwarding, and you’ll be online within minutes.
You’ll need a Steam account, a copy of DayZ and an idea of your server size. The player count, amount of mods, etc.
At Kinetic Hosting, we offer full mod support, simple setup and 24/7 support from real people, no AI.

What You’ll Need Before You Start

Before you set up your DayZ server, you need to make sure you have the basics covered:

A Steam Account: You’ll need this to access the game and your server.
A copy of DayZ installed locally: You can purchase and download it through Steam.
An idea of your server size and setup: The number of players you’ll have, the number of Mods you’d want, etc.

Start Hosting a DayZ Server Within Minutes

The fastest, easiest, and most reliable way to host a DayZ server is by using a trusted game server provider, such as Kinetic Hosting. No technical setup needed, everything is handled for you.

No ports to open, firewalls to mess with. Just a few clicks and you’re online, ready to play in only a few minutes!

Whether you’re new to server hosting or just want something that works as soon as you purchase, this is the easiest way to get started.

1. Choose a Reliable Hosting Provider

We offer dedicated DayZ server hosting with a simple setup process, full mod support, 24/7 help from our support team (No AI or Bots) and 100% Uptime guaranteed. Once you’re signed up, you get access to the Kinetic Panel, and everything about your server is managed in one place.

2. Choose a DayZ Hosting Plan

Pick a plan based on how you are choosing to play: Small Group? Go basic! Community Server with Mods? Choose a higher-tier plan.

👉 Explore our DayZ hosting plans

3. Access the Kinetic Panel

Once you’re signed up, you’ll get instant access to the Kinetic Panel. From here, you can manage your entire server without needing to mess with any configs or install any server files.

4. Install DayZ Server

In just a few clicks, install DayZ from the game list in the panel. No manual setup or configuration headaches. Just pick, click and done!

5. Configure Any Mods

If you’re planning on using any Mods, now is the time to add them to your server. All mods can be added through the Steam Workshop, making adding Mods simple; you just need to add the workshop IDs!

6. Jump into DayZ

Once your server is set up, it’s ready to go. Invite your friends, or run a full community - your world is online and the possibilities are near endless!

7. What if I Run into Issues During Setup?

We’ve designed the setup to be as easy as possible. But if anything comes up, our support team is available 24/7.

Need help? Check out our DayZ help resource.

Can You Play DayZ With Just Friends?

Yes! Hosting a private server is the best way to enjoy DayZ casually. You can make it private with a password, limit slots or even Whitelist players.

How Can Your Friends Join?

Share your Server IP and Port: Found in the Kinetic Panel
Direct Connect In-Game: Use the in-game server browser or “Connect” tab
Use a Password (if set): Make sure they have it before joining.

Simple and Straightforward Hosting at Kinetic!

Ready to start? You can be live in minutes with DayZ server hosting.

Using our game hosting panel, you’ll have full customisability and control. Our team is here 24/7 if you ever need help.

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