ARK Server Hosting (PC)
Only 30¢/Slot.
Instant Setup. Be up and running in 5 minutes or less!
Our ARK server hosting boasts the best control panel around. We support all mods and feature a Steam Workshop installer so you can add your favorite mods right from the control panel.
Our Chicago-based ARK server hosting allow you to create a server that offers low latency to all players on blazing-fast hardware. All of our ARK servers include all of the DLCs out there starting on release day! Get started with your ARK server hosting today!
* Please note that our hosting is for the Survival Evolved version of the game only, not Survival Ascended.
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FREE Backups – Unlimited Disk Space – 99.99% Uptime SLA
Why ChicagoServers?
All the Perks
– 7 Day Money Back Guarantee
– 40Gbps DDoS Protection
– One Click Workshop Mod Installer!
– Automatic Game/Mod Updater!
– Free Server Backups
– Sub-User Access Control
– Group/Clan Pay
– Expert-Level Support
… and much more!
Once you Order:
Your ARK server will be activated instantly. Your connection information and control panel login details will be emailed right away, which you and your friends can use to join the server. You can customize your ARK server within our TCAdmin v2 server control panel. Many of our customers choose to install workshop mods, which you can do with one click on your ARK server.
We provide full access to your server console and all server files via FTP. We provide many tools not offered by our competitors, such as automatic configuration editing, a workshop mod installer right in the control panel and much more. If there’s anything you need help with, our 24/7 support team is available to assist if needed!
Easy as click and
configure.
We have many customers ranging from beginner admins to large communities! Our helpful team is here to guide you. We can help point you in the right direction when it comes to installing mods, changing settings, making the server private/password protected, and more. Our customer service is available 24/7 to assist with any server hosting questions. Contact our Live Chat (bottom-right of the page) or submit a ticket there’s anything we can help with.
If things really go bad, you can install the server with one click back to fresh factory settings with one click and get back up and running in seconds!
You need it. we have it.
Did we mention we Pricematch?
If you’re sold on our solid network but you’re with a current company, contact us using live support in the lower right-hand corner of this page, or submit a support ticket and provide a copy of your last invoice, and we’ll match their price!
Powerful Industry-leading control panel
TCAdmin v2
with custom mod installers!
Feature-Rich Control Panel
We use TCAdmin 2 and have features such as server wipers, backups, Steam Workshop mod installers, and more.
Instant Setup & 24-Hour Trial!
All of our servers come with instant setup so you can get playing within minutes after ordering!
Plus, with our 24 hour trial, you can’t go wrong! If you’re past that, that’s okay! All servers come with a 7 Day Money Back Guarantee!
Sub-User Access Control
You manage who has access to your server. Customers have the ability to add both billing and/or control panel sub-users so you can grant access to specific features, or all, that you want someone having access to. Want someone to only be able to stop/restart the server but not access to break config files? Done!
Group Payments
Simply share a link with your friends or clan and they can add money to your account just as if they were buying the service. And everyone can see how much was sent- no more sending PayPal payments into the dark unknown!
Upgrade/Downgrade Anytime!
Upgrade or Downgrade your server’s configurable options such as slots whenever you want. We've had many customers start out as small servers and turn into large communities- some you might have even heard of! We have been able to grow with them as their needs change because our servers are great for small and large communities alike!
Top Reasons Customers Love ChicagoServers
See why our customers love us!Over 95% of customers rate us 5 Stars!Verified by TrustPilot.com
Orville H.
Verified - TrustPilot
The level of service is exceptional. I have not played for a few years and the suport has put up with my request and need for help in a friendly and expedient manner. The service level really has been exceptional.
Kub L.
Verified - TrustPilot
An amazing support crew that easily goes above and beyond to assist you, any problems I had were tackled in seconds to few minutes. Amazing servers and no problems with them at all. Would recommend and would purchase again.
Anonymous
Verified - TrustPilot
they have helped me SO much with my server, if I were to lose that world file I would have been a goner. These people however, helped me through many hours and got me what I really needed. Great work you guys!
See why we're rated 'Excellent' on TrustPilot!
These are all real reviews. We don't bribe our customers for 5-star reviews, like some competitors. Everyone gets the chance to review our services and many are impressed enough to leave positive feedback!
7-Day Money Back Guarantee!
If you're not satisfied with our servers within the first 7-Days, we offer a 100% refund!
That's it... there's no special terms or rules to trick you.
Ryan P.
Verified - TrustPilot
Thank you guys for the quick support.. made the ordering process much more satisfying! I had a question shortly after ordering and hopped on live chat. Wasn't expecting a reply for like 1-2 hours based on what I'm used to elsewhere, but Axel replied within about 20 seconds and got my issue resolved in about 2 minutes total. Thoroughly impressed!!
What is ARK: Survival Evolved?
ARK: Survival Evolved (PC) is an open-world, first-person, survival game where players must kill, or tame and ride dinosaurs and other primeval creatures roaming the ARK. Hunt, harvest, craft, and survive alongside or against hundreds of other players on the unforgiving ARK.
Expand the content available on your ARK server by installing mods like the Awesome Spyglass mod, thanks to our automatic Steam Workshop mod installation and modding support.
Thanks to our ARK integration, all server-compatible mods, custom maps, expansion packs, DLC maps, and special holiday events are supported. In addition, ChicagoServers offers support for ARK Server Clustering.
All of our servers also support Crossplay between Steam and Epic Games versions of the game!
How do I make my own ARK Server?
Simply click the below button to place an order.
Your ARK server will be activated instantly once the order is complete. Your connection information and control panel login details will be emailed right away, which you and your friends can use to join the server.
Once logged into the control panel, you will have full control on managing your server’s configuration settings, startup commandlines, and be able to install plugins and Steam Workshop mods.
If you get stuck at all, our highly experienced support team can help.
We also have a curated Knowledgebase containing many helpful guides on managing your ARK server. We also include ARK video tutorials made by our team!
Top-Tier Datacenters
Chicago’s Finest
Datacenters
All of our hardware at ChicagoServers is securely housed at two premier locations:
680 S. Federal Street (Digital Realty) and 603 Discovery Drive (SBA Edge) in Chicago.
Our servers run Intel i7 and AMD Ryzen Processors coupled with NVMe SSD Drives. All servers are protected by RAID 1 and 40Gbps of Layer 7 Application-Level DDoS Protection.
About [Your] Hosting Company
We are ChicagoServers.
Founded in 2019 by 5 Experts.
ChicagoServers is an industry-leading game server hosting provider that delivers solid performance at affordable prices. We provide all the tools that help make managing your server easier so you’re spending less time in the control panel and more time playing.