ARK Survival Evolved Server is a self-hosted online multiplayer server deployment on Linux.

ARK Survival Evolved Server Hosting

When choosing a reliable platform for your gaming universe, it's important to consider both performance and connection stability. HOSTKEY offers professional ARK Survival Evolved server hosting, including powerful dedicated ARK Survival Evolved server options that are ideal for large tribes and modded worlds. Our global infrastructure, with data centers in Europe and the US, ensures low ping for players worldwide.

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How ARK Survival Evolved Server Hosting Works

Choose server and license

Begin by choosing the most suitable server to meet your specific requirements. During the ordering process, choose the ARK Survival Evolved license, network settings, and set any other necessary parameters.
Place an order

After successfully placing your order and completing the payment, our team will reach out to you with precise details about when your server will be ready. Typically, the server setup procedure takes no longer than 15 minutes, though the duration may vary depending on the type of server you choose.
Start game-hosting

Once your server is prepared, we will promptly send you all the necessary access details via email. Your ARK Survival Evolved Server will be fully operational. To host and play this game you will need (1) to purchase the official game license and (2) set up your Host server in the game settings.

Get the pre-installed ARK Survival Evolved on virtual (VPS) or dedicated servers

ARK Survival Evolved is provided only for leased HOSTKEY servers. To get ARK Survival Evolved, select it in the "App Marketplace" tab while ordering the server.

ARK Survival Evolved on virtual (VPS) servers

Rent a reliable VPS in the Netherlands, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Turkey, USA, UK and France.

Server delivery ETA: ≈15 minutes.

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ARK Survival Evolved on dedicated servers

Rent a dedicated server with a full out-of-band management in the Netherlands, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Turkey, USA, UK and France.

Server delivery ETA: ≈15 minutes.

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ARK Survival Evolved — paid game licence

HOSTKEY provides “ARK: Survival Evolved Server” as a Linux server deployment. To host and play this game you will need (1) to purchase the official ARK: Survival Evolve license and (2) set up your Host server in the game settings by yourself.

HOSTKEY does not distribute ARK: Survival Evolved game licences.

FAQ

How to install ARK Survival Evolved on a virtual or dedicated server?

To install ARK Survival Evolved, you need to select it while ordering a server on the HOSTKEY website. Our auto-deployment system will install it on your server. You can also read how to install ARK Survival Evolved by yourself.

What should I do to host and play ARK Survival Evolved after getting it pre-installed?

To host and play ARK: Survival Evolved you will need:

To purchase the official ARK: Survival Evolve license. It can be done in advance.
Set up your Host server in the game settings by yourself.

ARK Survival Evolved Server key features

Hosting your own ARK: Survival Evolved server gives you a high degree of customization and control over the gameplay experience.

Full Configuration Control

Self-hosting gives you access to the game's core configuration files, allowing deep customization of mechanics like XP rates, taming speed, dino spawns, and engram progression. This lets you shape the game exactly how you want.

Mod Support via Steam Workshop

You can install and manage mods from the Steam Workshop, enabling powerful expansions to gameplay such as new structures, creatures, and quality-of-life features not available in the base game.

Clustered Servers (Cross-Map Travel)

By setting up a server cluster, you can link multiple ARK maps together, allowing players to travel between them while retaining their characters, items, and tamed dinos.

Admin Commands and Remote Management

As the server owner, you have full admin rights to use cheat commands, spawn creatures, manage players, and adjust settings on the fly, either in-game or through remote admin tools like RCON.

Automated Backups & Save Files

You can automate regular backups of the world, characters, and dinos, helping to prevent data loss and giving you restore points in case of crashes or griefing.

Player Whitelists and Passwords

Control who joins your server with password protection, SteamID-based whitelists, and banlists, making it ideal for private communities or friends-only gameplay.

Performance Tuning and Hardware Optimization

Running your own server allows you to fine-tune performance by allocating CPU, RAM, and disk usage to optimize stability and reduce lag, especially on dedicated hardware.

Event Customization

You can enable, disable, or permanently run special ARK events like Fear Evolved or Winter Wonderland, and even create your own custom loot drops and color variants.

Persistent World and Progression

With 24/7 uptime and no risk of random wipes, your world remains stable and continuous, supporting long-term tribe development, base building, and breeding programs.

Get pre-installed ARK Survival Evolved Server

on servers located in data centers across Europe, the USA, and Turkey.

Why choose an ARK Survival Evolved Server at HOSTKEY?

TIER III Data Centers

Top reliability and security provide stable operation of your servers and 99.982% annual uptime.
DDoS protection

The service is organized using software and hardware solutions to protect against TCP-SYN Flood attacks (SYN, ACK, RST, FIN, PUSH).
Round-the-clock technical support

The application form allows you to get technical support at any time of the day or night. First response within 15 minutes.

What customers say

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ARK Survival Evolved Hosting Options

Several hosting models are available for a comfortable experience in ARK Survival Evolved. You can rent a virtual private server (VPS), which provides dedicated resources at an affordable price. For maximum performance and complete control, an ARK Survival Evolved dedicated server is ideal. Flexible cloud solutions are also available that easily scale to your needs.

Choosing the right hosting directly impacts the stability and responsiveness of your game world. ARK Survival Evolved server hosting services handle all technical aspects, allowing you to focus on the game. High-quality ARK Survival Evolved hosting provides protection against DDoS attacks and regular backups of your data. This ensures your ARK adventure is uninterrupted and secure.

VPS Hosting for ARK Survival Evolved

A virtual private server (VPS) offers an excellent balance of cost and performance for hosting a game world. Ark Survival Evolved VPS hosting is ideal for private games with friends or a small community. Typical configurations include 2-4 virtual CPUs and 8-16 GB of RAM, ensuring stable server operation. By choosing an Ark Survival Evolved VPS rental server, you gain complete control over settings without the expense of physical hardware.

Use cases:

For testing mods and custom maps.
For hosting specialized RP or PvE projects with limited online play.
As a starting solution before upgrading to a more powerful dedicated server.

Dedicated Server Hosting for ARK Survival Evolved

For large public projects or esports clans, Ark Survival Evolved dedicated server hosting is the best solution. Powerful configurations with 8-32 CPU cores and 32-128 GB of RAM easily handle heavy loads and numerous mods. This option provides complete control, including installing any add-ons and using RCON for remote administration. Therefore, searching for the best Ark Survival Evolved server hosting among dedicated servers allows you to find the optimal balance of power and price for your project.

Ark Survival Evolved server hosting use cases:

For public servers with a large and stable online player base.
For running large-scale clan battles and esports tournaments.
For creating complex game universes with numerous mods and high settings.
When maximum performance (8-32 vCPU, 32-128 GB of RAM) and minimal latency are critical.

Cloud Hosting for ARK Survival Evolved

Cloud hosting offers maximum flexibility for your real-time gaming project. Ark Survival Evolved cloud hosting allows you to instantly increase server capacity during peak load periods and just as easily reduce it, saving resources. You pay only for the computing resources actually used using a pay-as-you-go model, making this option very cost-effective. Thanks to a distributed infrastructure in different regions of the world, scalable server hosting ensures a stable connection with low ping for players from any country.

Use cases:

For servers with unstable or rapidly fluctuating player traffic.
For projects that are just gaining popularity and require a flexible approach.
For organizers of temporary events and tournaments where loads predictably increase.
When it's important to ensure a high-quality connection for an international community using geographically distributed data centers.

Use Cases for ARK Survival Evolved Hosting

Private Gaming Communities

For private gaming with friends or family, an Ark Survival Evolved dedicated server is ideal. This allows you to create a private and secure space with personalized settings. This approach provides complete control over your gameplay and schedule.

Searching for cheap Ark Survival Evolved server hosting allows you to find cost-effective solutions, such as VPS or basic cloud plans. This is sufficient for stable server operation with a small online population. You pay for the bare minimum without overburdening your budget.

Large Tribes and Clans

A powerful and reliable solution for large tribes is an Ark Survival Evolved dedicated server. It guarantees flawless performance during large-scale battles and the construction of complex structures. Dedicated resources eliminate lag and FPS drops, even when fully online.

For esports teams and serious clans, choosing the fastest Ark Survival Evolved hosting is critical. Low ping and a high tick rate ensure comfortable gameplay and a competitive advantage. This hosting service allows you to fully unlock the potential of the game and your players.

Modded and Cluster Worlds

Running complex builds with numerous mods requires dedicated Ark Survival Evolved server hosting. Dedicated resources guarantee the stable operation of even the most demanding mods and custom maps. This is the only option for creating a unique and complex game universe.

Organizing a cluster of several interconnected maps is a task for the professional Ark Survival Evolved game server hosting service. It ensures uninterrupted data synchronization and character movement between worlds. This approach allows for the creation of a large-scale project that will retain players for a long time.