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# 7 Days to Die Server Not Showing in the Server Browser: Fixes

> 7 Days to Die server not showing in the browser? Set Visibility to Public, wait for StartGame done, search the exact name or use Connect to IP and port 26900.

If your 7 Days to Die server isn't showing in the server browser, check that **Visibility** is **Public** on **Game settings**, that the console shows `INF StartGame done`, and that you search for the exact **Server name**. Players on a different game version won't see it either. You can always skip the browser and join with **Connect to IP**, your server address and port 26900.

## Quick checks

| Check | Where | Fix |
| - | - | - |
| Server is listed | **Game settings** > **Server** > **Visibility** | Set **Public**, **Review and save**, restart |
| Server has finished starting | Panel **Console** | Wait for `INF StartGame done` and `GameServer.LogOn successful` |
| Same game version | `version` in the console, Steam on the player's PC | See [update and versions](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/7-days-to-die/how-to-update-your-7-days-to-die-server.md) |
| Searching the right name | In game, **Join a Game** | Search part of your **Server name** |
| Filters | In-game server browser | Clear any filters you set |

## How to make your server show in the browser

**1. Set Visibility to Public**

Open **Game settings** > **Server** and set **Visibility** to **Public**. A server that is not listed can still be joined by address.

**2. Check name and region**

Give the server a clear **Server name** and choose the **Region** where it is hosted, so players can filter for it.

**3. Save and restart**

Click **Review and save** and [restart the server](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-start-stop-and-restart-your-game-server.md).

**4. Wait until it is ready**

Watch the [console](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-server-console.md). The server can only be listed after `INF [Steamworks.NET] GameServer.LogOn successful` appears. A new random world takes longer the first time.

**5. Search in game**

Choose **Join a Game**, clear the filters and search for your server name.

## How to join without the server browser

In 7 Days to Die, choose **Join a Game**, then **Connect to IP**. Enter your server address, for example `203.0.113.10`, and port `26900`. Enter the server password if you set one. This works whatever the **Visibility** setting is.

## Crossplay and console players

Console players can only join servers with **Crossplay** turned on (**Game settings** > **Admin and anti-cheat**). Crossplay servers need **Anti-cheat (EasyAntiCheat)** on and have fewer player slots, so mods with `.dll` files can't be used.

## Frequently asked questions

### Why can my friends join by IP but not find the server in the list?

**Visibility** is probably not **Public**, a filter hides it, or they search a different name. Joining by IP doesn't depend on the listing.

### How long until my server shows in the list?

It can be listed once the console shows `GameServer.LogOn successful`. On a normal start that is about half a minute after the game starts loading.

### Do I need to open or forward ports?

No. Your server's ports, including game port 26900, are already assigned to it. Players only need the address and port 26900.

## Related guides

> [card] [7 Days to Die server guide](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/7-days-to-die/7-days-to-die-server-hosting-guide.md)
>
> Every 7 Days to Die page in one place.

> [card] [Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/7-days-to-die/getting-started-with-your-7-days-to-die-server.md)
>
> Set up and join your server.

> [card] [Update and versions](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/7-days-to-die/how-to-update-your-7-days-to-die-server.md)
>
> Match game and server versions.

> [card] [Server not starting](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/7-days-to-die/7-days-to-die-server-not-starting.md)
>
> Fix start-up problems.

> [card] [Network and subdomains](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-manage-network-and-subdomains.md)
>
> Your address and a subdomain.

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> [!NOTE]
>
> **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 31 October 2026 (7 Days to Die V3.4.0 b9). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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**Last Updated:** October 2026


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