Server Updates
Steam-powered server auto-update settings.
Form fields
| Field | Notes |
|---|---|
| Auto-Update | Master toggle |
| Branch | public, beta, etc. |
| Branch Password | For private betas |
| Log Retention | Days to keep update logs |
| Steam App ID | Defaults to the 7D2D dedicated server app ID |
| Steam Username | Steam account used by SteamCMD |
| Config Backup | XML blob (copy of serverconfig.xml) kept as a safety net |
Steam auth
Configuring Steam credentials opens an auth modal asking for the account password and a 2FA Steam Guard code. Credentials are stored encrypted for SteamCMD to use.
Actions
- Save settings. Persists the form.
- Authorize Steam. Opens the auth modal.
- Edit config backup. Textarea; lets you restore from a known-good
serverconfig.xmlif the live one ever gets corrupted.
Notes
- An update triggers on server restart if Auto-Update is on and SteamCMD detects a newer build on the selected branch.
- Use
betato pin to experimental builds, or a named branch with password for private test channels. - Config backups don't auto-rotate. Remember to refresh the snapshot when you change
serverconfig.xmlfor real.