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# Arma 3 Server Not Showing in the Server List? How to Fix It

> Arma 3 server not showing in the server list? Wait for Host identity created, join with Direct Connect on the game port, check filters, mods and the version.

If your Arma 3 server is not showing in the server list, first check the **Console** for `Host identity created.`, which means the server is up. Then join directly: in the Arma 3 Launcher, open **Servers** > **Direct Connect** and enter your server's IP and game port, for example `203.0.113.10` and `2302`. If that works, the server is fine and the list or its filters are hiding it.

| Fact | Value |
| - | - |
| Game port (join with this) | `2302` by default (see **Network**) |
| Steam query port (server list) | Game port + 1, `2303` by default |
| Ready line in the console | `Host identity created.` |

## How to fix an Arma 3 server that doesn't show up

**1. Check that it's running**

Open **Console**. The server checks for updates first, then starts. When `Host identity created.` and `Server load:` lines appear, it is ready. A big mod list can make the first start take a long time.

**2. Join with Direct Connect**

In the Arma 3 Launcher, open **Servers**, click **Direct Connect** and enter your IP and game port. Copy them from the **Console** or **Network** page.

**3. Search by name**

In the **Internet** tab, search for your exact `hostname` from `server.cfg`. Clear filters such as region, ping, version or "hide full/passworded" servers.

**4. Add it to Favorites**

Once you find it or join with Direct Connect, add it to **Favorites** so you can find it again.

**5. Check mods and version**

Players with a different game version or missing mods can't join. Update Arma 3 and load the server's mods.

## Arma 3 server ports

| Port (defaults) | Used for |
| - | - |
| 2302 | Game and voice. Players join on this port. |
| 2303 | Steam query, used by the server browser |
| 2304 | Steam |
| 2305 | Reserved for voice (VoN) |
| 2306 | BattlEye |

Your server's ports are listed on **Network**. You don't need to open ports yourself on our servers.

## Other reasons the server is hidden

| Cause | Fix |
| - | - |
| `loopback = 1` in `server.cfg` | It makes the server LAN-only. Set it to `0` or remove it. |
| Server still updating mods | Wait until the console shows `Host identity created.` |
| Server crashed on start | Read the last lines in **Console** and see [mods not loading](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/fixing-arma-3-mods-not-loading.md). |
| Wrong address | Use the game port, not the query or BattlEye port. |

## Frequently asked questions

### Can players join with a password from Direct Connect?

Yes. They are asked for the password when they join. See [set a password](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/how-to-set-a-password-on-your-arma-3-server.md).

### Why does my server show but nobody can join?

Players need the server's mods with matching versions and keys. See [signature errors](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/enforcing-v2-signatures.md) and [install mods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/installing-mods-and-mission-files-in-arma-3.md).

### How long until a new server appears in the list?

Direct Connect works as soon as the console shows `Host identity created.` The server list can take longer to show a server that has just started.

## Related guides

> [card] [Arma 3 server guide](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/arma-3-server-hosting-guide.md)
>
> Every Arma 3 page in one place.

> [card] [Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/getting-started-with-your-arma-3-server.md)
>
> First setup and joining.

> [card] [Mods not loading](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/arma-3/fixing-arma-3-mods-not-loading.md)
>
> Fix start-up and mod errors.

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

> [card] [DDoS filters](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/firewall/how-to-apply-ddos-filters.md)
>
> Firewall settings for your IP.

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> [!NOTE]
>
> **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 31 October 2026 (Arma 3 dedicated server 2.22). Ports checked against the [Bohemia Interactive dedicated server page](https://community.bistudio.com/wiki/Arma_3:_Dedicated_Server). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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**Last Updated:** October 2026


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