Quake Live

Make a Quake Live server private for practice

The Server Password field is passed as g_password when the process starts. A password set only through a live console session may not survive a restart.

Make the change

  1. Record the current settings and stop the server between matches.
  2. Set Server Password in Startup to the value you want to share with practice players.
  3. Keep Server Type unchanged unless you intentionally want a different server behavior.
  4. Start and connect using the new password.
  5. Verify the password again after a normal restart before distributing the address widely.
Startup variables for Quake Live. Use the field labels in the steps; keep private credentials hidden when sharing screenshots.
Controls used in this task
Panel fieldWhat to keep in mind
Server Type0 = Offline, 1 = LAN, 2 = Internet.
Server PasswordThe password for players joining the game. Do not reuse your panel account password. Up to 20 characters.

Check the result

If the password changes after a map transition, check any additional configuration scripts. Do not reuse the password from a panel account or remote-admin tool.

Related guides

Quake Live server not showing up or unable to connect · Quake Live server settings: Startup and configuration

Documentation

Server configuration reference

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