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# Valheim Dedicated Server Not Showing in the Server List: Fixes

> Valheim dedicated server not showing in the list? Turn on Show in the server list, let the world load, search the Community list or use the Join IP.

If your Valheim dedicated server isn't showing in the server list, first check that **Show in the server list** is on in **Valheim settings** and that the server has finished loading its world. Then search the **Community** list in game for your exact **Server name**. You can always skip the list and join with the **Join IP** shown in the Game Panel, for example `203.0.113.10:2456`.

## Quick checks

| Check | Where | Fix |
| - | - | - |
| Listing is on | **Valheim settings** > **Show in the server list** | Turn it on, **Review and save**, restart |
| Server is running | Panel console | Start it and wait until the world has loaded |
| Searching the right list | In game, **Join game** tab | Use the **Community** list and search your server name |
| Same game version | Steam / server console | See [incompatible version](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/valheim/fixing-incompatible-version-errors-in-valheim.md) |

## How to make your Valheim server show in the list

**1. Turn on the listing**

Open **Valheim settings** under **VALHEIM** and turn on **Show in the server list**. When it is off, players can only join with the address (**Join IP**).

**2. Save and restart**

Click **Review and save** and [restart the server](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-start-stop-and-restart-your-game-server.md).

**3. Wait for the world to load**

Watch the [console](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-server-console.md). The server only appears once it is running. A new world takes longer the first time because the server creates it.

**4. Search by name**

In game, open **Join game**, choose the **Community** list and type your **Server name** in the search box. The list is long, so searching is faster than scrolling.

## Join without the server list

The server list isn't needed to play. Add the server directly:

* **In game:** add the server with the **Join IP** from the panel, such as `203.0.113.10:2456`.
* **Steam server browser:** in Steam, use **View** > **Game Servers** > **Favourites**, add your IP with the game port + 1 (`203.0.113.10:2457`) and connect from there.
* **Crossplay:** with **Crossplay** on, players can also use the join code from the console. See [crossplay](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/valheim/setting-up-valheim-crossplay-xbox-pc.md).

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does it take for a Valheim server to appear in the list?

It appears after the server has loaded its world. If it still isn't there after a few minutes, join with the **Join IP**; the listing doesn't affect who can join.

### Why can my friends join by IP but not find the server in the list?

**Show in the server list** is probably off, or they are searching a different list or name. Turn the setting on and search the **Community** list for the exact name.

### Does crossplay change the server list?

Crossplay servers can still be listed. Players can also join them with the join code or the address.

## Related guides

> **[Valheim server guide](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/valheim/valheim-server-hosting-guide.md)**
>
> Every Valheim page in one place.

> **[Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/valheim/getting-started-with-your-valheim-server.md)**
>
> Set up and join your server.

> **[Incompatible version](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/valheim/fixing-incompatible-version-errors-in-valheim.md)**
>
> Match server and game versions.

> **[Password not working](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/valheim/valheim-server-password-not-working.md)**
>
> Password rules and fixes.

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> **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 30 October 2026 (Valheim dedicated server with BepInEx). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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**Last Updated:** October 2026


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