How to Make a FiveM Server in 2026 — Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Starting your own FiveM server is one of the most rewarding things you can do in the GTA V modding community. Whether you want to build a roleplay empire, a racing hub, or a community hangout, this guide will walk you through every single step — from a blank VPS to a running server with real players connecting. By the end of this guide, you will have a fully functional FiveM server running on a VPS with txAdmin, a framework (QBCore or ESX), a connected MySQL/MariaDB database, and the knowledge t...