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If your Euro Truck Simulator 2 server isn’t showing in the Convoy list, first check the Game Panel console shows [MP] Session running.. Then search the Convoy browser for your exact Lobby name: SCS’s browser only lists sessions in your own region unless you search by exact name. You can also search by the server’s search ID. Full sessions may not be listed.

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Quick checks

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How to make your ETS2 server easy to find

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Check the server is running

Open the console and look for:
If you don’t see them, see won’t start or settings reset.
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Check the name

The line [MP] Session name: shows the name players must search. Change it with Lobby name on Startup and restart.
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Search by exact name

In Euro Truck Simulator 2, open Convoy and type the exact session name in the browser’s search. SCS’s Convoy FAQ says this finds sessions in any region.
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Or search by search ID

SCS’s dedicated server shows a search ID when it starts. Players can enter it in the browser’s search. Add a Steam logon token so the ID stays the same after restarts.
ETS2 server console showing [MP] Session running, the sign the session can be found in the Convoy browser

A running ETS2 server ready to join

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Found it, but can’t join?

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Frequently asked questions

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Why can my friend see the server but I can’t?

You are probably in different regions. The Convoy browser lists sessions from your own region; search the exact lobby name to find it from anywhere.

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Do I need to open ports for my ETS2 server?

No. Your FREAKHOSTING server already has its ports (27015 and 27016 by default). You don’t forward anything on your home router to join.

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Why does the search ID change every restart?

The server logs on anonymously ([MP] LogOn Anonymous), which gives a new, non-persistent ID. Add a Steam logon token to keep it.

ETS2 server guide

Every ETS2 page in one place.

Steam logon token

Keep the same search ID.

Getting started

First start and joining.

Won't start or settings reset

Logs and common causes.
Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team on our Game Panel on 30 October 2026 (Euro Truck Simulator 2 dedicated server 1.61s), and checked against SCS Software’s dedicated server documentation and Convoy FAQ. Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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Last Updated: October 2026