Configuring an ARK server can be a bit complicated, as manually editing the GameUserSettings.ini and Game.ini files is often time-consuming and prone to errors. Fortunately, there is an intuitive tool that can significantly simplify this process. Beacon is a free software designed with ARK server admins in mind, allowing you to easily manage your server settings. Its user-friendly interface doesn’t require advanced technical knowledge, making it simpler than you might think to adjust dinosaur settings and other configurations! In this guide, we’ll explain how to set up your ARK server using the Beacon tool.
How to configure ARK with Beacon
1. Visit Beacon website and download latest version.
2. Launch Beacon app and start new project.
3. Select ARK: Survival Evolved and “OK”.
4. Go to the control panel and stop server.
5. Click “Import” to import configuration files.
6. Select SFTP option and “Continue”.
7. Enter the data to connect to your server. You will find it in the “Settings” tab in our control panel.
8. Once you’ve connected to the Beacon app, configure your desired server options.
9. Once setup is complete, click “Deploy”.
10. Select your server and click “Begin”.
11. Start ARK server.
We hope that our intuitive guide has allowed you to manage your ARK server easily. If you want to ask us any questions, feel free to contact us via e-mail, ticket or live chat!
