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ARK: Survival Evolved

Rent an ARK: Survival Evolved Server

Tame, build and survive together — on a server that keeps running while you sleep. 28,000+ Steam Workshop mods sit ready in the catalogue, and cluster support links several maps into one world your group can travel between.

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Protection varies by infrastructure • Automated setup
from €14.99/mo Transparent monthly pricing
from 20 slots Resources
Typical initial setup: about 30 minutes. Queues or large installations can take longer. Automated setup
No long-term minimum Billing

Default: from 20 slots for €14.99/mo.

  • The Steam Workshop mod browser surfaces S+ and other popular mods right in the dashboard.
  • Clusters link several maps into one world your group can travel between.
  • The Island, Scorched Earth, Aberration, Genesis and more official maps are all available.
The Steam Workshop mod browser surfaces S+ and other popular mods right in the dashboard.
Clusters link several maps into one world your group can travel between.
The Island, Scorched Earth, Aberration, Genesis and more official maps are all available.
Size RAM and storage to your group and mod selection.
Upload a local save through the file manager instead of starting fresh.
Your own subdomain replaces the IP address: my-ark.mc.mcfreehost.com

from €14.99/mo

Configure now No long-term minimum
The Steam Workshop mod browser surfaces S+ and other popular mods right in the dashboard.
Clusters link several maps into one world your group can travel between.
The Island, Scorched Earth, Aberration, Genesis and more official maps are all available.
Server location Germany
Typical initial setup: about 30 minutes. Queues or large installations can take longer.
400+ servers hosted
Rent an ARK: Survival Evolved Server

Configure server

Choose RAM, term and server type to your liking.

28,000+ mods & plugins · available for catalog research
Community favorites from 28,000+ available mods

Recommended plugins & mods

Popular extensions for research. Automated installation is not currently enabled for this game.

Structures Plus (S+)

Steam Workshop

Better building — the most popular ARK mod of all time

Dino Storage v2

Steam Workshop

Store dinos in Pokeballs — reduces server lag

Awesome SpyGlass

Steam Workshop

Detailed dino stats at a glance

Super Spyglass Plus

Steam Workshop

Extended spyglass with color stats & breeding info

Upgrade Station

Steam Workshop

Upgrade items from primitive to tek quality

Awesome Teleporters

Steam Workshop

Teleporter network between bases

Use the catalog for selection; verify compatibility and manual setup before use.

Network Protection Shown per server
NVMe SSD Fast Storage
Germany Low ping across Europe
Scheduled Backups Manual or scheduled

Transparent features with no hidden costs

The configurator shows which features and protection apply to your server before you order.

Custom Subdomain

Choose your own address like mein-server.mc.mcfreehost.com — no ugly IP:Port combinations.

Free Extras

Activate with one click: server monitoring, music bot, Discord status and more. All free of charge.

Uptime Kuma Sinusbot Server Watcher

Automated setup

Typical initial setup: about 30 minutes. Queues or large installations can take longer.

Zero-config setup

Rent an ARK server on a budget — dinos for everyone

Fossil

Mods via Workshop ID

S+ Structures, stacking mods or dino mods: enter the Steam Workshop ID and the mod lands on your server.

Dinosaur Rex

Switch maps any time

From The Island to Ragnarok to Genesis — every official map plus custom maps, with switching included.

Crossed Swords

Clusters for your community

Link several ARK servers into a cluster and transfer characters and dinos between maps — perfect when your group grows.

Flame Claws

12 GB minimum, honestly calculated

ARK is resource-hungry: little works below 12 GB, and for multiplayer with mods 16 GB is the recommendation. Heavily modded servers with many players run stable on 20 GB.

Frequently asked questions

Can we switch maps later?
Any time in the control panel. Every official map is available — The Island, Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, Genesis 1 & 2, Fjordur, Lost Island and more.
What is a cluster and do we need one?
A cluster links several ARK servers so you can travel between maps with your characters and dinos. It is set up via the control panel — worth it once one map gets too small for your group.
How much RAM should we plan for?
ARK is resource-hungry: little works below 12 GB, and for multiplayer with mods 16 GB is the recommendation. Heavily modded servers with many players run stable on 20 GB.
How big can our group get?
We support up to 70 players — ARK's own server default. You choose the slot count in the configurator: the entry tier includes 10 slots and every additional slot costs the same flat amount, with no package jumps. The matching RAM scales automatically: 40 players run on 20 GB, 70 players on 32 GB. Many community servers stay at 20–40 players, which runs noticeably smoother.
How do S+ and other mods get onto the server?
Via the built-in mod browser: 28,000+ Steam Workshop mods like Structures Plus, Dino Storage v2 or Awesome SpyGlass are set up in a few clicks. Important: everyone needs the same mods.
Our save is still local — is it lost?
No. Upload the .ark save files via the file manager and continue on the server — characters, dinos and bases stay intact.
Do I get a subdomain for my server?
Every mcfreehost server ships with its own address such as yourserver.mc.mcfreehost.com right from the start. Rename it anytime from the dashboard — no ticket required.
What do add-ons like bots and databases cost?
Monitoring and database add-ons — Uptime Kuma, MariaDB, phpMyAdmin, Game Server Watcher — never carry a surcharge. For music and chat bots, the first slot you activate is included; every additional bot is billed on top, and the dashboard shows the exact cost before you switch it on.
How long until I can actually play?
Typical initial setup: about 30 minutes. Queues or large installations can take longer. Larger Steam installs can take a bit longer depending on the game.
Am I locked into a long-term contract?
No — you are on a subscription that renews monthly, and you can cancel it from the dashboard whenever you like; the same goes for turning off automatic renewal.
Are the servers located in Germany?
Yes. All game servers run in German data centres (Falkenstein and Limburg) connected to the major German exchanges — low pings for players across Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and solid latency for the rest of Europe.
Which provider is best for my server?
The best provider is the one that shows you what you get before you pay: RAM, slots, location, price and cancellation terms. Here the price and resources are visible in the configurator before checkout, there is no minimum term and setup is automated — feel free to compare that with other offers.
Should I host the server myself or rent one?
Self-hosting costs power, time and a machine that runs around the clock; port forwarding, updates and backups are on you. A rented server is online within minutes, keeps running when your PC is off, and updates, DDoS protection and backups are included. For one or two friends on a single evening self-hosting is often fine — for a persistent world, renting pays off.
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