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# Install an ARK: Survival Ascended server

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By installing **ARK: Survival Ascended Server** on our platform **Ark Server Cloud**, you confirm a **strictly personal and non-commercial use**.\
Any commercial use is forbidden by the Studio Wildcard license terms.
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This guide shows how to **install an ARK: Survival Ascended (ASA) server** on Oxygenserv.\
You will also see the Steam validation required by ARK.
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### Objective

* Install ARK: Survival Ascended Server.
* Start the installation from the dashboard.
* Start the server and access the settings.

### Step-by-step guide

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**Open the Installation tab**

On your server's dashboard, open **Installation**.

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**Choose ARK: Survival Ascended**

Select **ARK: Survival Ascended** from the list.

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**Validate via Steam (required)**

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This validation is requested by ARK to authorize the installation.\
Your credentials **are not saved**. We do not have access to them.
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**Start the installation**

After connecting to Steam, click **Install**.

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**Configure the server and start**

When the installation is complete:

* Open **Settings** to adjust your configuration.
* Start the server from the dashboard.

To then join the server: [Connect to my ARK: Survival Ascended server on PC and console](/en/ark-survival-ascended/se-connecter-a-mon-serveur-ark-survival-ascended-sur-pc-et-console.md).
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### FAQ

#### Why is Steam required?

ARK requires a validation step to allow the server installation.

#### Are my Steam credentials saved?

No. They are used only for validation. They are not stored.

#### Can I change the version later?

Yes, via the **Installation**.\
Make a backup before a major change.

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Supplementary video (ASFAX):\
[Configuring your solo game or your Ark Ascended server](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVbZdbHJQso\&t=494s\&ab_channel=Asfax)
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