Free Windows VPS 2024 - How to Set Up a FiveM Server

 Free Windows VPS 2024 - How to Set Up a FiveM Server

In this tutorial, I'll guide you through obtaining a free VPS (Virtual Private Server) and setting it up to host a FiveM server. We'll cover both a one-day and a seven-day trial plan, which can be extended or renewed as needed. Follow the steps below carefully to ensure a smooth setup process.

Step 1: Creating a VPS Account

1. Access the VPS Service Website:

   • Go to the CPS Server website.
   • Click on the green button that says "Start VPS Trial."

2. Sign Up:

   • Fill in your details to create an account.
   • Verify your email address by clicking the activation link sent to your inbox (check your spam folder if you don’t see it in your primary inbox).

Step 2: Setting Up the VPS

1. Login to Your Account:

   • Once your account is activated, log in to the CPS Server website.

2. Create a VPS:

   • Choose a server location closest to your desired region (for Europe, choose Amsterdam).
   • Select the operating system. For this tutorial, we'll use Windows Server 2019 (you can also choose Windows Server 2022 for the latest features).

3. Select VPS Specifications:

   • For a free trial, select the plan with 8 GB of RAM, 8 CPUs, and 160 GB of storage.
   • Click on the next step and proceed without changing any default settings.

4. Confirm Trial Period:

   • Choose the 7-day free trial option (if available). If prompted, you might need to pay a small amount (e.g., one cent) to activate the trial.

5. Wait for VPS Creation:

   • The VPS creation process may take up to 20 minutes. You will receive an email with the VPS details once it's ready.

Step 3: Connecting to the VPS

1. Remote Desktop Connection:

   • On your Windows PC, search for "Remote Desktop Connection" and open it.
   • Enter the VPS IP address provided in the email.

2. Login Credentials:

   • Use the username and password provided in the email to log in.
   • If you haven't received the password, check the VPS management dashboard for the default credentials.

Step 4: Configuring the VPS

1. Initial Setup:

   • Once logged into the VPS, disable Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration to allow downloading necessary files.
   • Download and install Google Chrome or your preferred browser.

2. Installing Required Software:

   • Download and install XAMPP for the web server environment.
   • Download and install Visual Studio Code for editing configuration files.

Step 5: Setting Up the FiveM Server

1. Download the FiveM Server Base:

   • Join the Discord channel provided in the tutorial description to download the free SX base for FiveM.

2. Prepare the Server Files:

   • Extract the SX base files to a folder on your VPS.
   • Open the server.cfg file in Visual Studio Code and configure it according to your server specifications.

Step 6: Configuring FiveM Keys and Database

1. Obtain a FiveM Server License Key:

   • Go to FiveM Keymaster.
   • Log in and create a new key for your server. Copy this key and paste it into your server.cfg file.

2. Configure the Database:

   • Open XAMPP and start Apache and MySQL services.
   • Go to http://localhost/phpmyadmin in your browser.
   • Create a new database and import the SQL file provided in the SX base.

Step 7: Running the FiveM Server

1. Set File Paths:

   • Ensure that the file paths in run.bat or equivalent startup script match the locations of your server files.

2. Start the Server:

   • Double-click on the run.bat file to start your FiveM server.

Conclusion

You have now successfully set up a free VPS and configured it to host a FiveM server. This VPS can be used for various purposes, such as running a website or testing applications safely. If you have any questions or need further assistance, leave a comment or join the Discord server linked in the tutorial description. Enjoy your new server setup!