Quick summary
TeamSpeak Server is an extension for the TeamSpeak client that lets you run your own voice server over the Internet. While many public servers are available, hosting a private instance gives you more control and improved privacy for conversations with friends.
How it runs and how you use it
The server is managed entirely through a web control panel, keeping administration straightforward. After you start the program, a new icon appears in the system tray for quick access to the server dashboard. Configuration settings are grouped into sections and can be adjusted with a few clicks. If you need guidance, an extensive built-in help system explains the available features.
Safety and resource footprint
Access to the web interface is secured by password protection to prevent unauthorized logins. The server is also lightweight — it uses minimal CPU and RAM — so it won’t noticeably affect most systems.
Administrative capabilities
- Assign permissions to channels and individual users to control who can do what.
- Remove or block participants when necessary (kick and ban functions).
- Create and manage channels and user accounts for your community.
All changes are applied immediately from the web interface.
Live statistics and usage information
There is a monitoring area where you can view real-time server statistics, such as the number of connected users and current bandwidth usage.
Alternatives
- Disco Simulator (paid)
- Other public TeamSpeak servers and hosted voice solutions
Important update
A new release — TeamSpeak 3 Server Beta 25 — was published to fix a security vulnerability and a crash exploit. Please update your servers promptly to protect them.
Technical
- Windows
- Free