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# How to Join Your Hytale Server
> > Get into the game fast - This guide shows you two methods to join your Hytale server: Direct Connect for quick access, or adding the server to your list fo...
## Complete Guide for Connecting via Direct Connect or Server List
Beginner
5 Minutes
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> **Get into the game fast** - This guide shows you two methods to join your Hytale server: Direct Connect for quick access, or adding the server to your list for easy future connections.
| Reading Time | Difficulty | Last Updated |
| :----------: | :--------: | :----------: |
| 4 minutes | Beginner | January 2026 |
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## Quick Navigation
| Section | What You'll Learn |
| :---------------------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------- |
| [Find Your IP](#step-1-find-your-server-ip-address) | Locate your server address |
| [Direct Connect](#step-2-join-using-direct-connect) | Quick one-time connection |
| [Add to Server List](#step-3-join-by-adding-to-server-list) | Save server for easy access |
| [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting) | Fix common connection issues |
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## Step 1: Find Your Server IP Address
Before joining, you need your server's unique address.
| Step | Action |
| :--: | :------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 1 | Log in to your **Game Server Control Panel** |
| 2 | Locate the **IP Address** field on your server dashboard |
| 3 | Copy both the **IP** and the **Port** (displayed as `IP:Port`) |
> The IP address format looks like `123.456.78.90:5520`. The number after the colon is the port.
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## Step 2: Join Using Direct Connect
This is the **fastest method** to join a server immediately.
| Step | Action |
| :--: | :------------------------------------------------------ |
| 1 | Launch **Hytale** |
| 2 | Navigate to the **Servers** menu |
| 3 | Click on the **Direct Connect** button |
| 4 | Paste your server's **IP address** into the input field |
| 5 | Click **Connect** to join |
> Direct Connect is ideal for one-time connections or testing. For regular play, consider adding the server to your list (Step 3).
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## Step 3: Join by Adding to Server List
Save your server to your list so you don't have to enter the IP every time.
| Step | Action |
| :--: | :---------------------------------------------------------- |
| 1 | Launch **Hytale** |
| 2 | Navigate to the **Servers** menu |
| 3 | Click on **Add Server** |
| 4 | Paste your **Server IP Address** into the appropriate field |
| 5 | Enter a **Server Name** (e.g., "My Hytale World") |
| 6 | Click **Add Server** |
| 7 | The server will now appear in your list |
| 8 | **Double-click** the server to join |
### Benefits of Adding to Server List
| Feature | Benefit |
| :--------------- | :----------------------------------- |
| One-Time Setup | Enter the IP once, connect forever |
| Quick Access | Double-click to join instantly |
| Custom Names | Name servers for easy identification |
| Multiple Servers | Save all your favorite servers |
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## Troubleshooting
### Cannot Connect to Server
| Check | Solution |
| :------------ | :----------------------------------------------------- |
| Server Status | Ensure your server shows "Online" in the control panel |
| IP Address | Double-check that the IP was copied correctly |
| Port Number | Make sure you included the port (e.g., `:5520`) |
| Firewall | Verify the server's firewall allows UDP port 5520 |
### Connection is Slow or World Not Loading
> \[!IMPORTANT]
> If you can connect but the world doesn't load, this may be a network driver issue. See our **[Slow Connection and World Not Loading Fix](/games/hytale/slow-connection-and-world-not-loading-fix)** guide for detailed solutions.
### Still Having Issues?
| Resource | Description |
| :------------ | :-------------------------------------- |
| Control Panel | Check server console for error messages |
| Support Team | Contact our 24/7 support for assistance |
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## Quick Reference
### Connection Methods Comparison
| Method | Best For | Steps Required |
| :----------------- | :----------------------------- | :------------: |
| Direct Connect | One-time connections, testing | 5 steps |
| Add to Server List | Regular play, multiple servers | 8 steps (once) |
### Default Connection Details
| Setting | Value |
| :------------- | :----------------------------------- |
| Protocol | QUIC over UDP |
| Default Port | 5520 |
| Address Format | `IP:Port` (e.g., `191.96.94.2:5520`) |
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## Additional Resources
| Resource | Link |
| :---------------------- | :------------------------------------------------ |
| Official Hytale Website | [hytale.com](https://hytale.com/) |
| Hytale Support Portal | [support.hytale.com](https://support.hytale.com/) |
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