My FiveM Server doesn’t appear in the server list

Is your FiveM server not appearing in the server list? This guide will help you troubleshoot the issue. It’s designed with Cloud-Gameserver in mind, but the principles apply broadly. If these steps don’t resolve your problem, please contact our Support team for further assistance.

Configuration Errors

Often, simple configuration errors can cause your server to be excluded from the list. Here’s how to address these issues:

1. Check sv_master1 Line: Ensure that the sv_master1 line in your server configuration file is commented out with a #, like this:# sv_master1 ""⚠️ Important: This line must always be commented out. If it isn’t, your server won’t be listed.
2. Verify Server Name (sv_hostname): Make sure your server name is correctly formatted. Special characters such as ä, ü, ö, or symbols like [DE] can sometimes cause issues. Here’s a correct example:sv_hostname "My Awesome FiveM Server"Ensure that quotation marks are correctly placed and special characters are avoided for safer configuration.

Problematic Resources

Sometimes, specific resources can prevent your server from appearing in the server list. To address this:

1. Identify and Remove Problematic Resources: Temporarily remove the most recently installed resources.
2. Restart the Server: Leave the server online for about an hour. In most cases, it should begin displaying again.

Reinstallation

If the above steps don’t work, a fresh installation is recommended. This will reset all server files to default.

⚠️ Backup Warning: Make sure to back up your server data before reinstallation to avoid data loss.

Conclusion

By following these troubleshooting steps, you can usually resolve the issue of your FiveM server not appearing in the server list. Ensure that all configuration settings are correct, and regularly update and manage your resources. If problems persist, our support team is here to help.