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An SCP: Secret Laboratory server only appears in the in-game server browser once Northwood has verified it. Until then, players join with the server’s IP and port, for example 203.0.113.10:7777, using the browser’s option to connect directly by IP. If a verified server still can’t be found by name, remove percentage size tags and special characters from Server name.

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Why is my SCP:SL server not in the list?

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How to join an unlisted SCP:SL server

1

Find your address

In the Game Panel, copy your server’s IP and port, for example 203.0.113.10:7777.
2

Open the server browser

Start SCP: Secret Laboratory and open the server browser.
3

Connect directly

Use the button to connect directly to a server by IP and enter the address with the port.
1

Open Game settings

Click Game settings and go to Server name in Server.
2

Retype the name

Remove percentage sizes such as <size=20%>. Use plain English letters, and fixed sizes such as <size=50> if you need them.
3

Save and restart

Click Review and save, save and restart the server.

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Frequently asked questions

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Do unverified SCP:SL servers show in the list?

No. The official server browser shows verified servers. Anyone can still join an unverified server by IP and port.

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Can I make my server private instead?

Yes. Don’t verify it and share the address only with your players, or turn on the whitelist.

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My server was listed before. Why did it disappear?

A server that is offline for more than 14 days in a row loses its verification, and a verified server with more than 60 slots is removed from the list. Also check the server is running and the central server check is on.

SCP:SL server guide

Every SCP:SL page in one place.

Verify your server

Get on the public list.

Connection and start errors

Players can’t connect.

Lobby and server name

Rich text tags that work.

Network and subdomains

Your server’s address.
Checked against the official SCP:SL wiki, Server Info and the SCP:SL tech wiki on 3 November 2026. Panel steps match our Game Panel on 3 November 2026. Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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Last Updated: November 2026