Schedule
The Schedules tab allows you to automate common server actions at specific times.
This page is available for supported MaximusHost game servers.
Use schedules to automatically start, stop, restart, or back up your server without manual action.
What Schedules Can Do
Common automated actions include:
- Start the server
- Stop the server
- Restart the server
- Create a backup
This helps save time and keeps your server running on a routine.
Existing Schedules
Saved schedules appear as cards on the page.
Each card typically shows:
- Day of week
- Time
- Action type
Example:
- Monday — 06:00 AM — Stop
- Tuesday — 02:00 AM — Backup
- Friday — 04:00 PM — Start
- Saturday — 02:00 AM — Restart
Action Colors
Schedules may use colored labels for quick identification.
Examples:
- Green = Start
- Orange = Stop
- Purple = Restart
- Blue = Backup
Colors may change over time.
Edit a Schedule
Click Edit on any schedule card to modify:
- Day
- Time
- Action type
Use this when changing your routine.
Delete a Schedule
Click Delete to permanently remove a schedule.
Use caution—deleted schedules stop running immediately.
Add a New Schedule
Use the form at the bottom of the page.
- Select a day of the week
- Choose a time
- Select an action
- Click Add Schedule
Time Format
Schedules use local account time depending on your computer/browser configuration.
If an action runs at the wrong hour, check your timezone settings.
Recommended Uses
Daily Auto Start
Start your server before players usually join.
Example:
- Friday 4:00 PM Start
Overnight Shutdown
Stop the server when no one is playing.
Example:
- Daily 2:00 AM Stop
Weekly Restart
Useful for long-running servers.
Example:
- Tuesday 5:00 AM Restart
Automatic Backups
Protect your world regularly.
Example:
- Friday 5:00 AM Backup
Important Notes
- Scheduled actions run automatically.
- The server should remain active in your account.
- Restart schedules briefly disconnect players.
- Backup duration depends on world size.
Troubleshooting
Schedule did not run
Check:
- Correct day selected
- Correct time selected
- Correct timezone
- Server still exists and is active
Server restarted while players were online
Review restart schedules and move them to off-hours.
No recent backups found
Verify backup schedules still exist and storage space is available.
Tips
- Use backups before updates or mod changes.
- Schedule restarts during low activity hours.
- Combine Start + Stop schedules to save credits.
- Review schedules occasionally so old routines do not remain active.
- Open a support ticket and provide your server ID if your schedule is not working properly.