2011 • Steam Cloud supported
Terraria
Character and world save location for Terraria on PC, with backup guidance for cloud and local restores.
Note: Save paths may change with game updates or patches. Always verify the location before using it. Paths may vary by game version, launcher (Steam, Epic, GOG), or regional releases.
Save Locations
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Terraria\ Back up both Players and Worlds folders so Terraria characters and maps stay matched after restore.
Managed in console save data storage Character and world data are managed in Switch save storage; use Nintendo migration tools for device transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I back up Terraria saves before reinstalling?
Copy the full Terraria folder, especially Players and Worlds, before reinstalling. If you back up only one side, your character or world may load without the other after restore.
Why is my Terraria world or character missing after I restore it?
Terraria often fails to show restored progress when only part of the save set was copied back or when Steam Cloud replaces local files on launch. Restore both folders together and verify sync settings first.
Can I move my Terraria character and worlds to another PC?
Yes. Copy your Terraria save folders to the same Documents path on the new PC, then launch the game and confirm both the character list and world list appear as expected.
Does Terraria Steam Cloud replace local save backups?
It can. If the cloud version is older or different from your manual backup, Steam may sync the wrong state back in. Pause cloud sync before restoring important Terraria saves.
Are multiplayer Terraria worlds stored in local save files?
Yes. Multiplayer sessions still rely on the local world and player files stored on the host machine, so backing up those folders is essential before reinstalling or migrating PCs.