Beta Status
The TeamSpeak 6 Server is currently under active development. While it provides core functionality for voice communication, some features are still being refined and developed.What This Means
Feature Development: The dedicated server software for TeamSpeak 6 is not yet fully feature-complete. TeamSpeak is committed to delivering the complete TS6 experience for self-hosted servers. Potential Instability: Some of the new features may be unstable or subject to change as development continues. You may encounter bugs or unexpected behavior. Active Development: The server is being actively improved based on community feedback and testing. Expect regular updates and changes throughout the beta period.Known Limitations
No TeamSpeak 3 Migration
There is currently no migration path available between TeamSpeak 3 and TeamSpeak 6:- TS3 licenses cannot be used with TS6 servers
- User data and configurations cannot be automatically migrated
- You must set up a new TeamSpeak 6 server from scratch
Beta License
The TeamSpeak 6 Server beta includes a 32-slot license with the following characteristics:- Capacity: 32 simultaneous connections
- Duration: Renewed every two months automatically
- Cost: Free during the beta/evaluation period
- Validity: Throughout the entire beta phase
- The license renews automatically - no manual action required
- It is not yet possible to obtain or upgrade to a larger license for TeamSpeak 6
- Licensing options and pricing will be finalized before the stable release
Your Feedback Matters
Your experience is invaluable! User feedback is crucial to shaping the final release of TeamSpeak 6 Server.
How to Provide Feedback
Community Forum: Join the discussion and share your experiences:- TeamSpeak 6 Server Forum
- Connect with other beta testers
- Share tips and solutions
- Discuss feature requests
- GitHub Repository
- Submit detailed bug reports
- Track issue resolution
- Contribute to development discussions
What to Report
When providing feedback or reporting issues, please include:-
Server Information:
- TeamSpeak 6 Server version
- Operating system and version
- Installation method (Docker, binary, etc.)
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Problem Description:
- What you were trying to do
- What actually happened
- Expected behavior
- Steps to reproduce
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Configuration Details:
- Relevant configuration settings
- Database type (SQLite or MariaDB)
- Number of connected clients (if relevant)
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Log Excerpts:
- Error messages from server logs
- Timestamp of the issue
- Any warnings leading up to the problem
Beta Best Practices
Testing Environment
For beta testing, consider:- Start with a test environment before deploying to production
- Keep backups of your server data regularly
- Monitor the server closely for unusual behavior
- Stay updated with the latest beta releases
Staying Informed
Community Forum: community.teamspeak.com GitHub Repository: github.com/teamspeak/teamspeak6-server Official Twitter: @teamspeak Download Page: teamspeak.com/en/downloadsProduction Considerations
If you need production-grade stability:- Continue using TeamSpeak 3 Server until TS6 reaches stable release
- Rent an official TeamSpeak 6 server from myteamspeak.com/communities
- Maintain comprehensive backups and monitoring
Timeline and Next Steps
TeamSpeak has not announced a specific release date for the stable version of TeamSpeak 6 Server. The beta period allows the team to:- Collect feedback from diverse deployments
- Identify and fix bugs
- Refine features based on real-world usage
- Finalize licensing and pricing structures
- Complete remaining feature development
The beta period will continue until the development team is confident that TeamSpeak 6 Server meets quality standards for a stable release.
Thank You
TeamSpeak appreciates your participation in the Beta program! Your testing and feedback contribute directly to the development of TeamSpeak 6 Server and help shape its future.Your participation and feedback will help us shape the future of TeamSpeak! 💙Thank you for being a part of the TeamSpeak 6 Beta program and contributing to its progress!