QBCore Windows Installation Tutorial 2025 - Complete Setup Guide

⏱️ Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes | 🎯 Difficulty: Beginner

Complete step-by-step guide for installing QBCore framework on Windows systems. This tutorial will help you set up a fully functional FiveM roleplay server with QBCore in 2025.

Prerequisites

Before installing QBCore framework, ensure you have the following requirements:

• Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
• FiveM Server (latest version)
• MySQL 8.0+ or MariaDB 10.3+
• Git for version control
• Visual Studio Code (recommended)

System Requirements Comparison

Database Configuration

Installing MySQL/MariaDB

1. Download MySQL from mysql.com

MySQL Community Server download page for Windows

2. Run the installer and follow the setup wizard

MySQL installer configuration wizard

3. Create a root password and remember it
4. Start the MySQL service

Creating Database

1. Open MySQL Workbench or command line
2. Create a new database:

CREATE DATABASE qbcore;
CREATE USER 'qbcore'@'localhost' IDENTIFIED BY 'your_password';
GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON qbcore.* TO 'qbcore'@'localhost';
FLUSH PRIVILEGES;

FiveM Server Setup

Download FiveM Server

1. Go to FiveM Server Downloads
2. Download the latest recommended build
3. Extract to your desired server folder (e.g., C:\FXServer)

Server Configuration

Create server.cfg in your server folder:

# Server Information
sv_hostname "QBCore Server - Powered by QBCore Framework"
sv_projectName "QBCore Server"
sv_projectDesc "A QBCore FiveM Server"

# Server Settings
sv_maxclients 32
sv_endpointprivacy true

# Database Configuration
set mysql_connection_string "mysql://qbcore:your_password@localhost/qbcore?charset=utf8mb4"

# QBCore Settings
setr voice_use3dAudio true
setr voice_useSendingRangeOnly true

# Game Settings
sets tags "roleplay, qbcore, economy"
sets banner_detail "https://your-banner-url.com/banner.png"
sets banner_connecting "https://your-banner-url.com/connecting.png"

# Resources
ensure mapmanager
ensure chat
ensure spawnmanager
ensure sessionmanager
ensure basic-gamemode
ensure hardcap
ensure rconlog

# QBCore Framework
ensure qb-core
ensure qb-multicharacter
ensure qb-spawn
ensure qb-hud
ensure qb-inventory
ensure qb-menu

# Additional Resources
# Add other resources here

# Admin Commands
add_ace group.admin command allow
add_ace group.admin command.quit deny
add_principal identifier.steam:YOUR_STEAM_ID group.admin

Installing QBCore

Download QBCore Framework

1. Open command prompt in your server’s resources folder
2. Clone the QBCore repository:

git clone https://github.com/qbcore-framework/qb-core.git [qb]
cd [qb]
git clone https://github.com/qbcore-framework/qb-multicharacter.git
git clone https://github.com/qbcore-framework/qb-spawn.git
git clone https://github.com/qbcore-framework/qb-hud.git
git clone https://github.com/qbcore-framework/qb-inventory.git
git clone https://github.com/qbcore-framework/qb-menu.git

Import Database Tables

1. Navigate to qb-core/shared/
2. Import items.sql to your database
3. Import any additional SQL files from other resources

Configure QBCore

Edit qb-core/config.lua:

QBConfig = {}
 
QBConfig.MaxPlayers = GetConvarInt('sv_maxclients', 48)
QBConfig.DefaultSpawn = vector4(-1035.71, -2731.87, 12.86, 0.0)
QBConfig.UpdateInterval = 5
QBConfig.StatusInterval = 5000
 
-- Add your configuration here

Starting the Server

1. Open command prompt in your server folder
2. Run the server:

FXServer.exe +exec server.cfg

3. The server should start and begin loading resources
4. Check the console for any errors

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Database Connection Failed

• Verify MySQL/MariaDB is running
• Check connection string in server.cfg
• Ensure database user has proper permissions

Resources Not Loading

• Check resource names in server.cfg
• Verify resource folders exist
• Check for syntax errors in resource files

Players Can’t Connect

• Check firewall settings (port 30120)
• Verify server IP configuration
• Check FiveM license key

Getting Help

• GitHub Discussions
• GitHub Issues
• Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does QBCore installation take on Windows?

The complete QBCore installation process typically takes 30-45 minutes for beginners, including database setup and initial configuration.

What are the minimum system requirements for QBCore?

• Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
• 8GB RAM minimum (16GB recommended)
• 10GB free storage space
• Stable internet connection

Can I install QBCore on Windows 10?

Yes, QBCore works perfectly on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Ensure you’re running the 64-bit version of Windows.

What database should I use with QBCore?

We recommend MySQL 8.0+ or MariaDB 10.3+ for optimal performance with QBCore framework.

Why is my QBCore server not starting?

Common issues include:

• Incorrect database connection string
• Missing FiveM license key
• Firewall blocking port 30120
• Incorrect resource names in server.cfg

How do I update QBCore after installation?

Use git pull in your qb-core resource folder to get the latest updates, then restart your server.

Next Steps

After successful QBCore installation:

1. Set up admin permissions
2. Configure jobs and economy
3. Add additional QBCore resources
4. Optimize server performance
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