# How to upload a custom Minecraft world

Before proceeding, kindly ensure that the world you want to upload is compatible with the Minecraft version of your server. We also recommend taking a backup of your current world if you want to save the progress for future use.

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1. Upload the ZIP file to your server using [SFTP](https://docs.fourseasonshosting.com/docs/panel-knowledge-base/game-server-panel/uploading-files-via-sftp)

2. Access your server from the [gamepanel](https://gamepanel.fourseasonshosting.com/) and select the **files** tab.

3. Unarchive the ZIP file using the panel's function. Make sure that the world folder is located in the root directory, with the content directly inside it.

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Now we need to specify the name of the world folder so the server knows which one to use.<br>

4. Select the **Config Editor** tab and open the **Server Properties** section.

5. Modify the `level-name` property to match the name of the world folder that you previously uploaded.\
   For this example, we have used "house-map", yours will vary.&#x20;

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6. Press **save** at the end of the page, then restart your server.