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Catalyst can export a server to a zip archive and import a compatible archive as a new server.

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Export

Export creates a zip file with a manifest.json and the server contents. Excluded folders include:
  • logs/
  • backups/
  • cache/
Backups are intentionally excluded from exports. Export the backup files separately if you need to preserve historical recovery points.

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Import

Import reads a zip archive, validates the manifest, and extracts the server into a new server folder. Catalyst protects import by checking:
  • manifest.json exists.
  • Entry count is within the configured limit.
  • Uncompressed size is within the configured limit.
  • Zip entries do not escape the target folder.
  • The imported server gets a safe, collision-free folder name.

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When to use each tool

Use export

Move a server to another machine, archive a shareable copy, or hand a server to another admin.

Use backups

Keep local restore points for the same server over time.
Stop the server before exporting or importing related data. This avoids partially written world files and plugin data.