{"id":5473,"date":"2020-12-01T04:00:13","date_gmt":"2020-12-01T04:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/?p=5473"},"modified":"2026-07-01T12:23:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T12:23:06","slug":"ark-dedicated-server","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/ark-dedicated-server\/","title":{"rendered":"Struggling With Ark Dedicated Server? Fix It in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is an ARK Dedicated Server?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An <\/span><b>ARK dedicated server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a private environment that runs a standalone instance of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ARK: Survival Evolved<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Instead of depending on public servers, players can create and manage their own dedicated space for friends, clans, or communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means you control everything from mods and maps to security and admin settings. Whether you want a <\/span><b>private ARK server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a few friends or a public multiplayer setup, dedicated hosting offers better performance, stability, and customization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re new to hosting, you can read more about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/what-is-a-gaming-server\/\"><b>what a gaming server<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is to understand the basics behind how online games run smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"283\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"1071\">\n<li data-section-id=\"rcc3j\" data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"409\">An ARK dedicated server gives complete control over gameplay settings, mods, maps, admin permissions, and player access.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"15z4mx5\" data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"558\">Players can choose between a self-hosted personal ARK server or a rented hosting solution based on their technical skills and performance needs.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"12p9xpt\" data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"693\">Reliable hosting requires strong hardware, sufficient RAM, SSD storage, stable bandwidth, and DDoS protection for smooth gameplay.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"2y5vi3\" data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"807\">Windows and Linux both support ARK server hosting, with setup methods available through Steam UI or SteamCMD.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s829q9\" data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"955\">Proper firewall configuration, port forwarding, and automatic startup settings are essential for multiplayer connectivity and server stability.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9q9y8b\" data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1071\">Regular backups and updates help maintain performance, security, and compatibility with the latest ARK patches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do ARK Dedicated Servers Work?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you <\/span><b>host an ARK server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your system becomes the control center that maintains the world, processes player data, and handles all in-game interactions. Players connect through a stable internet connection to this server, either hosted on your machine (local) or rented from a professional provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every player action (like building, taming, or fighting) is stored in the server\u2019s memory. The better the hardware and bandwidth, the smoother the gameplay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/dedicated-gaming-server\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15796\" src=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02.webp\" alt=\"Dedicated Gaming Server\" width=\"1920\" height=\"500\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02.webp 1920w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02-768x200.webp 768w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02-1536x400.webp 1536w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02-260x68.webp 260w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02-50x13.webp 50w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dedicated-gaming-server-02-150x39.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of ARK Dedicated Servers<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Personal ARK Server<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can create your own <\/span><b>dedicated ARK server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you have the right system specs and technical knowledge. This method is free but requires more setup and maintenance. You\u2019ll need to meet specific <\/span><b>ARK dedicated server requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which we\u2019ll discuss below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Rented ARK Server<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019d rather skip the complex setup, a <\/span><b>rented ARK dedicated server hosting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plan is ideal. With this option, a hosting provider like <\/span><b>HostNoc<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> manages the backend, while you enjoy full control over gameplay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose your preferred map, number of players, and server region; everything else (maintenance, uptime, <a href=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/how-to-prevent-ddos-attacks\/\">DDoS protection<\/a>, and backups) is handled by the provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Read here<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/ark-survival-evolved-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidden ARK Survival Evolved Maps Features Nobody Shares<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things To Consider When Opting For a Rented ARK Server<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you <\/span><b>rent an Ark server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, performance, reliability, and security are critical. Here\u2019s what to check before buying:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uptime Guarantee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Always choose a host with 99.9% uptime and SLA-backed reliability.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bandwidth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ARK is resource-intensive; high bandwidth ensures a lag-free gaming experience.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Server Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pick a location close to your players to reduce latency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>DDoS Protection:<\/b> Ensure the provider includes DDoS protection to prevent attacks.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ARK Dedicated Server Requirements<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you begin, ensure your system meets these essential requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Operating System:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 64-bit Windows or Linux<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>RAM:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Minimum 6GB (more for large player counts)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bandwidth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At least 10 Mbps upload speed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Network:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Open ports for connections (UDP\/TCP)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Storage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 30GB+ free space (SSD preferred)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hosting Environment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Local setup, VPS, or managed dedicated hosting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re planning to build on Linux or Windows, you\u2019ll need some OS-specific software.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating System Requirements<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Windows, install:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DirectX Setup Files<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linux<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Linux, ensure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">64-bit binaries are installed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glibc version 2.14+<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/releases.ubuntu.com\/14.04\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Ubuntu 14.04<\/a> \/ Debian 8 or newer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your version is outdated, you can update glibc using this command:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>apt-get update<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>apt-get -t experimental install libc6-dev<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This updates your system to meet Ark server requirements.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Host a Local ARK Server<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that your system meets the specs, let\u2019s set up your <\/span><b>ARK Survival Evolved dedicated server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can host on either <\/span><b>Windows<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>Linux<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/linux-dedicated-servers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15798\" src=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2.webp\" alt=\"Linux dedicated servers\" width=\"1920\" height=\"500\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2.webp 1920w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2-768x200.webp 768w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2-1536x400.webp 1536w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2-260x68.webp 260w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2-50x13.webp 50w, https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Linux-dedicated-servers-2-150x39.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Windows Users<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open Steam \u2192 Right-click <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ARK: Survival Evolved<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2192 Properties \u2192 Local Files \u2192 Browse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to: <\/span><strong>ShooterGame &gt; Binaries &gt; Win64<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a new text file and paste this code:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>start ShooterGameServer.exe \u201cMapName?SessionName=MyArkServer?ServerPassword=test?ServerAdminPassword=adminpass?Port=27015?QueryPort=27016?listen\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>exit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save and rename it to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.bat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (batch file).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Double-click to launch your <\/span><b>dedicated Ark server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udca1 <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This file tells your PC how to start your ARK dedicated server automatically.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Linux Users<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Linux, you\u2019ll create a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.sh<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shell file instead of a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.bat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>#! \/bin\/bash<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>.\/ShooterGameServer TheIsland?SessionName=MyArkServer?ServerPassword=test?ServerAdminPassword=adminpass Port=27015?QueryPort=27016?listen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After saving, run it from your terminal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>chmod +x startserver.sh<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>.\/startserver.sh<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This script starts the ARK dedicated server in Linux with your chosen map and settings.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Server Installation Methods<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two main installation methods:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Steam UI<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>SteamCMD.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Steam UI Installation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The simplest option for most players.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open Steam \u2192 Library \u2192 Tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ARK: Survival Evolved Dedicated Server<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this launch command:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>start ShooterGameServer.exe \u201cTheIsland?SessionName=ArkServer?ServerPassword=test?ServerAdminPassword=adminpass?Port=27015?QueryPort=27016?listen\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>exit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. SteamCMD (Command Line)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for power users or VPS setups.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>start &#8220;&#8221; steamcmd.exe +login USER PASS +force_install_dir &#8220;C:\\SteamCMD&#8221; +app_update 346110 validate +quit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>start ShooterGameServer.exe \u201cMapName?SessionName=ArkServer?ServerPassword=test?ServerAdminPassword=adminpass?Port=27015?QueryPort=27016?listen\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>exit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ensures you\u2019re running the latest version and updates automatically.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Configuring Firewall Settings<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To let other players join your ARK server, open specific ports in your firewall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Windows<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>Start \u2192 Firewall \u2192 Inbound Rules \u2192 New Rule \u2192 Port<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Add:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TCP: 27020<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UDP: 27015, 27016, 7777<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then allow connections for both public and private networks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Linux<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run these commands:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>sudo ufw enable<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>sudo ufw allow 7777\/udp<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>sudo ufw allow 27015\/udp<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>sudo ufw allow 27016\/udp<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>sudo ufw allow 27020\/tcp<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This gives your ARK dedicated server open access for player connections.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Port Forwarding<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re hosting for players outside your network, enable port forwarding on your router.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You\u2019ll need to open <\/span><b>ports 27015, 27016, and 7777<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for both <\/span><b>TCP and UDP.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u26a0\ufe0f <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only do this if you understand the risks port forwarding exposes your system to external connections.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatic Startup<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running your ARK server automatically saves time and effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows Automatic Startup<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open Task Scheduler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a new task<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose \u201cStart a Program\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select your batch file<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enable \u201cRun whether user is logged in or not\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linux Automatic Startup<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create this service file:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\/etc\/systemd\/system\/ark-dedicated.service<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>[Unit]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Description=ARK Dedicated Server<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>After=network.target<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>[Service]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>ExecStart=\/home\/steam\/servers\/ark\/ShooterGame\/Binaries\/Linux\/ShooterGameServer TheIsland?listen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>User=steam<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>[Install]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>WantedBy=multi-user.target<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then activate:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>systemctl enable ark-dedicated<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>systemctl start ark-dedicated<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ensures your ARK server restarts automatically after a system reboot.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backup and Updates<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your <\/span><b>ARK Survival Evolved dedicated server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> up to date is vital.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If using <\/span><b>SteamCMD<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, run:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>steamcmd.exe +login anonymous +app_update 376030 validate +quit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For <\/span><b>Linux:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>.\/steamcmd.sh +login anonymous +force_install_dir \/home\/ubuntu\/arkserver +app_update 376030 validate +quit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These commands update your ARK server to the latest build and apply patches.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joining Your ARK Server<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To connect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launch <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ARK: Survival Evolved<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select <\/span><b>Join ARK<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose <\/span><b>Unofficial Servers<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find your server and click <\/span><b>Join<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To save it for future sessions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>View \u2192 Servers \u2192 Favorites<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your server IP and port (e.g., <\/span><strong>123.45.67.89:27015<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click <\/span><b>Add to Favorites<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Choose HostNoc for ARK Dedicated Server Hosting<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><b>HostNoc<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we provide optimized <\/span><b>ARK game server hosting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-performance hardware<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DDoS protection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24\/7 monitoring<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant setup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full mod support<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you want to <\/span><b>rent an ARK server<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>host a private world<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or manage cross-platform play, HostNoc ensures smooth gameplay and zero lag.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hostnoc-revamp.branex.org\/blog\/dedicated-server-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15797\" 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center;\"><strong><span class=\"highlight\" style=\"background-color:#971a1d;\">Step up your game with our servers\u2014where victory is always in the queue!<\/span>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><section class=\"dedicated_plans_section plans-section\" id=\"dedicated_plan\">\n    <table id=\"data\" class=\"stackable large-only\">\n        <thead>\n            <tr>\n<!--                 <th class=\"tbl-head-plan\">Plan<\/th> -->\n                <th class=\"tbl-head-cores\">Cores<\/th>\n                <th class=\"tbl-head-ram\">RAM<\/th>\n                <th class=\"tbl-head-storage\">Storage<\/th>\n                <th class=\"tbl-head-plan\">Location<\/th>\n                <th class=\"tbl-head-location\">Monthly Price<\/th>\n                <th class=\"tbl-head-link\">Link<\/th>\n            <\/tr>\n        <\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n        <tr><td colspan=\"6\">No products found.<\/td><\/tr>        <\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n<\/section>\n    <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Frequently Asked Questions About Ark Dedicated Server<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">    <div class=\"mfn-acc faq-accordion parent\">\n        <div class=\"mfn-acc faq-accordion\">\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            What is a dedicated server in ARK?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A dedicated server in ARK is a standalone setup that lets players create private or public worlds separate from official servers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n 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src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            How to buy a server on ARK?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visit <\/span><b>HostNoc.com<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and choose a plan that fits your player capacity, region, and performance needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            What are the ARK dedicated server requirements?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">64-bit OS, 6GB RAM minimum, 10 Mbps upload, SSD storage, and open ports for UDP\/TCP connections.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            Does ARK support Linux hosting?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, you can run an <\/span><b>ARK dedicated server Linux<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> setup using SteamCMD and systemd for automation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            Can I run mods on my ARK dedicated server?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, ARK modded server hosting supports full mod integration and Steam Workshop compatibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div 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Renting provides better uptime, speed, and support.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            How much does it cost to rent an ARK server?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pricing depends on the number of players and performance tier. HostNoc offers affordable plans for all needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            Is ARK PS4 hosting supported?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, PS4, PC, and Linux all support ARK dedicated hosting options.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"mfn-acc-item\">\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-header\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"faq-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/close.png\" alt=\"icon\" title=\"\">\n                        <h5 class=\"mfn-acc-title\">\n                            How to make a dedicated server on ARK?                        <\/h5>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mfn-acc-content\">\n                        <p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Follow the steps above for Windows or Linux installation, port configuration, and automatic startup setup.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <script>\n        document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n            const faqHeaders = document.querySelectorAll('.mfn-acc-header');\n            faqHeaders.forEach(header => {\n                header.addEventListener('click', function() {\n                    const content = this.nextElementSibling;\n                    const icon = this.querySelector('.faq-icon');\n                    \n                    if (content.style.display === 'block') {\n                        content.style.display = 'none';\n                        icon.src = 'https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/question-empty.png';\n                    } else {\n                        content.style.display = 'block';\n                        icon.src = 'https:\/\/www.hostnoc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/question-fill.png';\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        });\n    <\/script>\n    <style>\n        .faq-accordion .mfn-acc-item {\n            margin-bottom: 15px;\n        }\n        .mfn-acc-header {\n            cursor: pointer;\n            padding: 15px;\n            display: flex;\n            align-items: center;\n        }\n        .faq-icon {\n            margin-right: 10px;\n            width: 20px;\n            height: 20px;\n            transition: transform 0.3s;\n        }\n        .mfn-acc-title {\n            margin: 0;\n            color: #000000;\n            font-size: 17px;\n            line-height: 20px;\n        }\n        .mfn-acc-content {\n            display: none;\n            padding: 15px;\n            padding-top: 0;\n            padding-left: 7%;\n        }\n        .mfn-acc.faq-accordion{\n            box-shadow: 1px 1px 50px rgb(0 0 0 \/ 10%);\n            background: #fff;\n            width: 100%;\n            padding: 30px 20px 10px;\n            border-radius: 10px;\n        }\n        .mfn-acc-item:not(:last-child) {\n            border-bottom: 1px solid #e6e9ee;\n        }\n        .mfn-acc.faq-accordion.parent{\n            border-radius: 70px;\n            padding: 0 0 10px;\n            background: #971A1D;\n        }\n    <\/style>\n    <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Is an ARK Dedicated Server? 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