Do I turn the console/server off during a plan change?

In most cases, a plan change only needs a brief restart — you don't have to shut everything down ahead of time, and we'll flag anything more involved.

What a plan change requires

For a typical resize, you can keep playing right up until the change is applied. A short restart then lets the new RAM and CPU take effect. The only time you'd see meaningful downtime is when a change involves a move or migration — and in that case we'll tell you in advance so you can plan for it.

How to handle the server during a change

1. Request the change with Change plan on your server's Billing page, and keep playing until it's applied.
2. Expect a short restart so the new RAM/CPU takes effect.
3. If a change involves a move that needs downtime, we'll let you know ahead of time.

Tip: Time a resize for a quiet moment so the brief restart doesn't interrupt your players.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be long downtime? Only for moves or migrations. A simple resize is quick — just a short restart.