> ## Documentation Index
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# How to Get Your Server on the Alt:V Masterlist

> Promote your Alt:V server to the public masterlist. Learn how to configure announcement settings and tags to attract new players and grow your community.

## Increasing Your Server Visibility

Broadcasting your server to the public Alt:V masterlist is a fundamental step for community growth. By appearing in the in-game browser, you enable potential players to discover your world, view your real-time player count, and join your environment with minimal friction.

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  <Card title="Difficulty" icon="gauge-low">
    Beginner Friendly
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  <Card title="Time" icon="clock">
    5 Minutes
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## Configuration Requirements

To successfully list your server, you must modify the announcement parameters within your `server.cfg` (or `server.toml`) file.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Configuration">
    In your [Game Panel](https://panel.freakhosting.com), navigate to the **Files** tab and open the `server.cfg` file for editing.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable Public Announcement">
    Locate the `announce` property and set its value to `true`. This instructs the server to send its heartbeat to the Alt:V masterlist servers.

    ```yaml theme={null}
    announce: true
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Define Search Tags">
    Use the `tags` array to specify keywords that players can use to filter and find your server in the browser.

    ```yaml theme={null}
    tags: ['Roleplay', 'English', 'Economy', 'Racing']
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Restart the Server">
    Save your modifications and **Restart** the server. Note that it may take several minutes for your server to propagate and appear in the public browser list.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Optimizing Your Public Listing

A descriptive and professional listing is key to attracting a dedicated player base.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Strategic Tagging">
    Select tags that accurately represent your core gameplay loop. Including your primary language (e.g., "English", "Spanish") and your gamemode (e.g., "Roleplay", "Freeroam") are the most effective ways to help players filter their search results.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Naming Conventions">
    Your server name should be concise yet informative, incorporating your community brand.

    * **Effective:** `[EN] FREAKHOSTING Roleplay | Custom Assets | Active Support`
    * **Ineffective:** `New Alt:V Server 1`
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Info>
  ### Identity Tokens

  To maintain a consistent identity and protect your server's reputation on the masterlist, we recommend generating an **Identity Token** from the [alt:V Hub](https://hub.altv.mp/) and adding it to your configuration. This ensures your server retains its unique ID even if its IP address changes.
</Info>

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## Troubleshooting Visibility Issues

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  <Accordion title="Server Not Appearing">
    If your server is not visible after 10 minutes, verify that your server's query port (default is usually your game port) is accessible and that you have no syntax errors in your configuration file.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Tag Limits">
    Alt:V generally limits the number of visible tags in the browser. Prioritize your most important keywords at the beginning of the `tags` array to ensure they are seen by players.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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<Note>
  ### Need Extra Help?

  If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist:

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</Note>

<Tip>
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</Tip>

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  **Last Updated:** January 2026 | **Visibility:** Grow your community today.
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