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# How do I enable hardcore mode?


# 💀 How to Enable Hardcore Mode on Your Minecraft Server

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## 🛠️ How to:

1. **Log into the [Control Panel](https://gp.empowerservers.com).**

2. **Click 'Manage'** next to your server.

   ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/8/5/b/c/85bc5985980c3800/image_3h5v0r.png)

3. **Navigate to your server files.**

   ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/8/5/b/c/85bc5985980c3800/image_cvgzs8.png)

4. **Find and open the `server.properties` file.**

   ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/8/5/b/c/85bc5985980c3800/image_ukdnad.png)

5. **Locate `hardcore` and set it to `true`.**

   ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/85bc5985980c3800/image_1jwvq0q.png)

    If there is no `hardcore` parameter, you can add it manually at the bottom of the list:
     
```
hardcore=true
```

6. **Press the 'Save File' button.**

   ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/8/5/b/c/85bc5985980c3800/image_1hzxabk.png)

7. **Generate a new world** for Hardcore Mode to activate.
   See this guide: [How do I generate a new world?](/en/article/how-do-i-generate-a-new-world-dbe3rn/)
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# 🌎 Important Notes

- **Hardcore Mode** will only apply after you **generate a new world**.
- Always **take a backup** before making changes to your server settings!