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title: How to Become an Admin on a DayZ Server
description: Learn how to set up administrator access on your DayZ server using the Nodecraft control panel. This guide covers configuring an admin password and logging in as an administrator.
source: "https://nodecraft.com/support/games/dayz/how-to-become-an-admin-on-a-dayz-server"
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published: "2026-06-03T15:44:07.750Z"
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# How to Become an Admin on a DayZ Server

Learn how to set up administrator access on your DayZ server using the Nodecraft control panel. This guide covers configuring an admin password and logging in as an administrator.

Admin access gives you additional control over your DayZ server, allowing you to moderate players and manage the server more effectively. Once logged in as an administrator, you can access moderation tools and perform actions such as kicking or banning players directly from within the game.

**Note: Ensure that your DayZ server is offline before making any changes! **

## Setting an Admin Password

1. Open your **Dashboard**.
2. Locate your DayZ server and click **Panel**.
3. Navigate to **Game Settings**.

  ![Nodecraft control panel navigation menu with the Game Settings option highlighted for modifying server configuration and operational settings.](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/296x640/7e65b3484c/control-panel-game-settings-menu.png/m/)
4. Locate the **Admin Password** field.
5. Enter your desired admin password.

  ![DayZ Server Settings page showing the Admin Password field used to configure administrator access and moderation permissions for the server.](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/964x953/0240dc4a1d/dayz-admin-password-setting.png/m/)
6. Click **Submit** to save your changes.
7. **Start** or restart your server.

## Logging In as an Admin

After the server has restarted:

1. **Join** your DayZ server.
2. **Open** the in-game text chat.
3. Type the following command: `#login your_password`
4. Replace `your_password` with the admin password you configured in the control panel.
5. If the password is entered correctly, you will be logged in as an administrator and gain access to the available moderation commands.

## Conclusion

You now have administrator access on your DayZ server. This allows you to help keep the server running smoothly, respond to player issues, and take action when moderation is needed. Keep in mind that admin status is not permanent, so you will need to log in again using the **#login** command each time you reconnect to the server.