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Host a Dedicated ARK Server

Run an ARK: Survival Evolved/Ascended dedicated server on a high-RAM Linux VPS — mods, maps and settings under your control, 24/7.

99.99%
Uptime SLA
1 Gbps
Network port
24/7/365
Human support
10 min
Instant setup
ARK Server VPS · Linux VPS
Recommended16 GB VPS · 4 vCPU
$48/mo
Deploy this VPS
vCPU4 cores
Memory16 GB
Storage240 GB NVMe
AccessRoot SSH
OSLinux (Ubuntu+)
Setup~10 min
Overview

ARK Server VPS

ARK dedicated servers are notoriously RAM-hungry, so a high-memory Linux VPS is ideal for hosting a smooth, modded ARK world for your tribe.

With full root you install via SteamCMD, add mods, tune rates and settings, and keep the server online 24/7.

Why CheapWindowsVPS

Built for ARK Server VPS

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Mods & Maps

Run your chosen maps, mods and custom rates and rules.

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High RAM

ARK needs memory — our larger plans give it room to run smoothly.

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Always Online

Your tribe can play any time, with persistent progression.

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99.99% Uptime

Redundant power and network with automatic failover keep your workload online around the clock.

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Pure NVMe SSD

Storage up to 100× faster than traditional drives — apps, builds and data fly.

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24/7 Human Support

Real engineers on live chat and ticket, any hour of any day.

Get started

How to set up ARK Server VPS

Choose your plan

Pick the RAM and cores that fit an ARK server. You can scale up any time without rebuilding.

Deploy in minutes

We provision your Linux VPS and email your IP and root SSH login instantly.

Connect over SSH

SSH in as root from any terminal on Windows, macOS or Linux.

Install an ARK server

Install SteamCMD, download the ARK dedicated server, configure maps, mods and rates, open the ports, and launch.

Plans & pricing

Linux VPS plans for ARK Server VPS

All plans include pure NVMe storage, unmetered bandwidth, full root SSH access and instant setup.

Choose your term — save more with longer billing
1 GB
Starter
$3$2.25/mo
$27.00 billed annually · save 25%
  • 1 Dedicated CPU Core
  • 1 GB Guaranteed RAM
  • 15 GB NVMe
  • Unmetered Bandwidth
  • Full Root / SSH Access
  • Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux
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2 GB
Light apps
$6$4.50/mo
$54.00 billed annually · save 25%
  • 1 Dedicated CPU Core
  • 2 GB Guaranteed RAM
  • 30 GB NVMe
  • Unmetered Bandwidth
  • Full Root / SSH Access
  • Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux
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8 GB
Production
$24$18.00/mo
$216.00 billed annually · save 25%
  • 3 Dedicated CPU Cores
  • 8 GB Guaranteed RAM
  • 120 GB NVMe
  • Unmetered Bandwidth
  • Full Root / SSH Access
  • Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux
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16 GB
High performance
$48$36.00/mo
$432.00 billed annually · save 25%
  • 4 Dedicated CPU Cores
  • 16 GB Guaranteed RAM
  • 240 GB NVMe
  • Unmetered Bandwidth
  • Full Root / SSH Access
  • Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux
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32 GB
Heavy workloads
$96$72.00/mo
$864.00 billed annually · save 25%
  • 5 Dedicated CPU Cores
  • 32 GB Guaranteed RAM
  • 480 GB NVMe
  • Unmetered Bandwidth
  • Full Root / SSH Access
  • Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux
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64 GB
Enterprise-class
$192$144.00/mo
$1728.00 billed annually · save 25%
  • 6 Dedicated CPU Cores
  • 64 GB Guaranteed RAM
  • 960 GB NVMe
  • Unmetered Bandwidth
  • Full Root / SSH Access
  • Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux
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Custom
Bigger or dedicated builds
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  • Up to 1024 GB RAM
  • Dedicated CPU & bare metal
  • Custom storage & bandwidth
  • Built around your workload
Get a custom quote

Need more power? Custom & dedicated plans up to 1024 GB RAM available.

FAQ

ARK Server VPS — frequently asked questions

ARK is very RAM-hungry — we recommend 16 GB or more, especially with mods and higher player counts, to keep the server stable.

Yes. With full root you can install Steam Workshop mods and custom maps and configure them on your server.

Yes. The VPS runs around the clock so your ARK world is always available with persistent progression.

Most Linux VPS plans are provisioned within minutes of ordering. You receive your IP and root SSH credentials by email and can install an ARK server right away.

Yes. Your Linux VPS stays powered on 24/7, so an ARK server and any services keep running after you close your SSH session.

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