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DayZ Install Mods Guide

DayZ Guide • Updated Mar 9, 2026

How to Install Mods

DayZ mods are essential for a good server. Here is how to install them manually.

Step-by-Step

  1. Subscribe: Go to the Steam Workshop and subscribe to the mods you want.
  2. Locate: Open your local DayZ Launcher -> Mods -> Click the folder icon to open local files.
  3. Upload: Copy the mod folder (e.g. @CF) to your server's root directory.
  4. Keys: Open the mod folder, find the keys folder, and copy the .bikey file to your server's /keys/ folder.
  5. Startup: Add the mod name to your startup parameters: "-mod=@CF;@AnotherMod".

Note: Be careful with capitalization. Linux servers are case-sensitive!

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