Which The Forest server-admin tools are available?

We list 5 tools for The Forest: Server.cfg fragment, Launch options & permissions, Config text check, Three-port plan, Save & continue check. All of them run straight in your browser.

Which ports does The Forest need open?

Original defaults: Steam 8766, game 27015, query 27016. Historical official docs say TCP/UDP; the jammsen container maps UDP only. Verify your deployment. Query results are not join addresses; use the in-game Dedicated browser.

How do I install a dedicated The Forest server?

Install it with SteamCMD — the dedicated server app id for The Forest is 556450, so +app_update 556450 validate downloads or updates it. Config files usually live at %USERPROFILE%/AppData/LocalLow/SKS/TheForestDedicatedServer/ds/Server.cfg.

Do these tools cost anything or need installing?

No. Everything runs in the page: no install, no sign-up, no cost. Enter your values and the result appears instantly, and you can copy the generated configs and commands with one click.

Original PC

Server.cfg fragment · The Forest

Original PC survival & server tools · Survival horror / Building

Player tools indexed: 3 Admin consoles: 5

Merge selected fields; preserve credentials and world.

Player tools (3)

Instant interactive calculations and recipe planners

Logs & hauling

Use blueprint totals and measured loads.

#Logs & hauling

Open tool →

Encounter budget

Estimate from tested damage and accuracy; not a bestiary.

#Encounter budget

Open tool →

Crafting batches

Enter in-game recipe amounts and stock.

#Crafting batches

Open tool →

Server admin and config generation (5)

Config files, startup scripts and command wizards for running a server

Server.cfg fragment

Merge selected fields; preserve credentials and world.

#Server.cfg fragment

Generate config →

Launch options & permissions

Separate server arguments from client console.

#Launch options & permissions

Generate config →

Config text check

Local syntax, duplicate-key and save-risk checks.

#Config text check

Generate config →

Three-port plan

Separate Steam, game and query roles.

#Three-port plan

Generate config →

Save & continue check

Check slot, startup mode and backup.

#Save & continue check

Generate config →

The Forest Ports & Protocols

Port	Protocol	Purpose
8766	UDP	Steam communication
27015	UDP	Game
27016	UDP	Query (not join address)

The Forest Dedicated Server Install (SteamCMD)

SteamCMD appid 556450

sudo useradd -m -s /bin/bash steam
sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y steamcmd lib32gcc-s1
sudo -u steam -i \
  /usr/games/steamcmd +force_install_dir /opt/gameserver \
  +login anonymous +app_update 556450 validate +quit

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=907906289

The Forest Config file paths

%USERPROFILE%/AppData/LocalLow/SKS/TheForestDedicatedServer/ds/Server.cfg

Server notes

Original Windows binary; Linux containers use Wine/Xvfb, not the sequel JSON config. Historical official guide: three TCP/UDP ports; container example: UDP. Download AppID 556450; GSLT AppID 242760. Official guide permits anonymous identity; panels may impose extra requirements. CLI overrides CFG.

FAQ

Which The Forest server-admin tools are available?: We list 5 tools for The Forest: Server.cfg fragment, Launch options & permissions, Config text check, Three-port plan, Save & continue check. All of them run straight in your browser.
Which ports does The Forest need open?: Original defaults: Steam 8766, game 27015, query 27016. Historical official docs say TCP/UDP; the jammsen container maps UDP only. Verify your deployment. Query results are not join addresses; use the in-game Dedicated browser.
How do I install a dedicated The Forest server?: Install it with SteamCMD — the dedicated server app id for The Forest is 556450, so +app_update 556450 validate downloads or updates it. Config files usually live at %USERPROFILE%/AppData/LocalLow/SKS/TheForestDedicatedServer/ds/Server.cfg.
Do these tools cost anything or need installing?: No. Everything runs in the page: no install, no sign-up, no cost. Enter your values and the result appears instantly, and you can copy the generated configs and commands with one click.