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If your FiveM server isn’t showing in the server list, first wait: Cfx.re says it can take up to 8 minutes after start-up. Then check that the server started without a licence key error, that server.cfg has no sv_lan true or uncommented sv_master1 "" line, and that you search for the exact name from Server config. Players can always join directly with connect 203.0.113.10:30120 in the F8 console.

How to fix a FiveM server that isn’t listed

1

Wait up to 8 minutes

According to Cfx.re, a server can take up to 8 minutes to appear in the list after launch. Don’t restart it again during that time.
2

Check the console

Read the Console from the top of the last start. A licence key error stops the server from being listed. See how to change your licence key.
3

Check sv_lan and sv_master1

Open Server config > Advanced: open the raw file and look for these lines:
4

Search for the right name

Search the list for the exact Server name or Project name you set on Server config, not the IP.
FiveM Server config page with the Your server section showing Server name, Project name, Player slots marked your plan, Language and Licence key fields

Server name and Project name on the Server config page

5

Test that the server is reachable

Open http://203.0.113.10:30120/info.json in your browser, with your own address from Copy address. A page full of text (JSON) means the server answers. If it doesn’t load, see FiveM failed to connect.
6

Restart once

Save any changes, restart, and wait up to 8 minutes again.
If Server config shows the check txAdmin runs this server, txAdmin uses a server.cfg in another folder. Check that file for sv_lan and sv_master1.

Why does my server show a lock icon?

A txAdmin allowlist is on. txAdmin shows a lock next to your server name when Allowlist Mode is anything other than Disabled. See Discord whitelist. Cfx.re marks sv_hostname, sv_projectName, sv_projectDesc and load_server_icon as deprecated and points to the Cfx.re Portal instead. If the list shows something different from Server config, check your server’s details on the Portal too. See how to add a server logo.

Frequently asked questions

Can I hide my FiveM server from the list?

sv_master1 "" only marks it as private; Cfx.re says it cannot de-list a server. To limit who can join, use a txAdmin allowlist.

My server was listed yesterday. Why not today?

Check the console for a licence key error or a crash, and that the server is running. Occasionally the Cfx.re listing service itself has problems; then waiting is the only fix.

How do players join while it isn’t listed?

In FiveM, press F8 and type connect with your address, for example connect 203.0.113.10:30120. Copy it from Copy address on the console.

Do tags help my server show up?

Tags help players find you in search, but they don’t decide whether you’re listed. Set them under Tags on Server config.

FiveM server guide

Every FiveM guide in one place.

Failed to connect

When direct connect fails too.

Configure server.cfg

Name, tags and description.

Licence key

Get a key from portal.cfx.re.
Reviewed by the FREAKHOSTING team on 29 October 2026. Game Panel steps were checked on our panel (FXServer build 35245 (Recommended) with txAdmin); game and plugin details follow their official documentation. Steps may differ slightly if FiveM, txAdmin or the resource change.

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Last Updated: October 2026