Windows

Where Are Black Desert Settings Stored?

Black Desert settings and cache folders on PC in Documents, including GameOption.txt and UserCache.

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Black Desert keeps client settings and cache in a Black Desert folder inside Documents. GameOption.txt holds graphics choices; UserCache holds UI and local state.

Progression is server-side, so local backups serve settings migration rather than character safety. Still worth copying before reinstalls.

Where Black Desert Online stores this, by platform

Windows
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Black Desert

Holds GameOption.txt, UserCache and related client data. Exact inner files shift between BDO updates; copy the whole folder with the game closed.

Frequently asked questions

How do I back up Black Desert settings?

Copy the Black Desert Documents folder with the game closed. Settings, UI layout and cache travel together. Restore before launching with the client closed.

Will I lose my character if I reinstall?

Characters, gear and silver live on Pearl Abyss servers. Local files cover graphics, UI and cache only, so reinstalls never threaten progression.

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