How to Wipe Your DayZ Server

Sometimes you need a fresh start. DayZ allows you to wipe just the map or just the characters.

File Locations

Save files are generally located in /mpmissions/dayzOffline.chernarusplus/storage_1/.

Full Wipe (Map + Players)

1. Stop the server.

2. Delete the entire storage_1 folder.

3. Start the server.

Wipe Map Only (Keep Characters)

1. Stop the server.

2. Open storage_1/data/.

3. Delete all files EXCEPT players.db and players.db-journal.

4. Start server. Players will keep gear/position but bases/vehicles will vanish.

Wipe Characters Only (Keep Map)

1. Stop the server.

2. Open storage_1/data/.

3. Delete ONLY players.db and players.db-journal.

4. Start server. Bases stay, everyone respawns on the coast fresh.