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ARK: Survival Evolved

Dynamic configs / Live Tuning​

Easily manage ARK’s DynamicConfig and DefaultOverloads.json using Config templates. This allows for live tuning without needing to manually upload files.

15 minute refresh timer

After saving changes in the config template, it can take up to 15 minutes for your ARK server to apply them. This is expected behavior.

ARK: Survival Evolved - Live Tuning / DynamicConfigs

Banlist URL​

DediConnect​

To configure your server’s ban list, open GameUserSettings.ini and add or update the line under [ServerSettings] as follows:

BanListURL="%%BANLIST%%"

RconConnect​

If you're using RconConnect, follow the specific guide for BanListURL instructions >

Settings​

Wipe dinos on start​

To wipe all wild dinos on every server start, add the following to the end section of your active config template:

-ForceRespawnDinos

This command only affects wild dinos—it does not impact tamed or sleeping creatures.

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