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Import

Use HaruHost to import an Ark Survival Evolved server when you already have the files on disk. The wizard selects the game, validates the folder, and keeps your settings intact without editing INI files.

  • Game Servers → Add → Import
  1. Click Add on the Game Servers page.

    Game Servers list with Add button highlighted in the top right

  2. Choose Import when prompted to add a game server.

    Add a game server dialog showing the Import button selected

  1. Click Select to open the game list.

    Import wizard card with the Select button highlighted under Select the Game

  2. Highlight Ark Survival Evolved and confirm to load the import instructions.

    Select the Game modal with Ark Survival Evolved highlighted

  1. Select Folder to browse to the existing server installation.

    Import Game Server panel with the Folder option highlighted

  2. Choose the root folder that contains Engine, ShooterGame, and steamapps.

    File explorer opened to an Ark Survival Evolved server folder showing Engine, ShooterGame, and steamapps

    • Use Executable only if you have a single binary instead of the full folder structure.
  3. Confirm the success banner before you close the wizard.

    Import Game Server panel showing a green success message after selecting the folder

HaruHost reads the existing configuration files and adds the server to your panel without changing your settings.

  • Open the imported server from the Game Servers list to review its overview and service status.
  • Start or restart the service when you are ready; no additional save action is required after the import.
  • Need a fresh install instead? Follow the installation guide.