Fix: FiveM Server Not Showing in the Server List
Troubleshoot and fix your FiveM server not appearing in the FiveM server browser.
Quick Checks
Verify the server is reachable
From any browser outside your network, visit:
http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:30120/info.jsonIf it loads with JSON data, the server is online and the port is open. If it doesn't load, the port is blocked — check the Network tab in the XGamingServer Panel.
Wait 5–10 minutes
A newly started server can take several minutes to appear in the FiveM server list. This is normal.
Check your license key
In server.cfg, verify sv_licenseKey is set to a valid key from keymaster.fivem.net. The key must match the server's IP address.
Check for port issues
Port 30120 must be open for both TCP and UDP. See Server Ports.
Common Causes
| Cause | Fix |
|---|---|
| Port 30120 not open | Allocate in Network tab, ensure TCP + UDP |
| Invalid license key | Regenerate at keymaster.fivem.net for your current IP |
| No sv_hostname set | Add sv_hostname to server.cfg |
| Server just started | Wait 5–10 minutes |
| Master server line removed | Don't comment out or remove the master server configuration in server.cfg |
Players Can Still Connect Directly
Even if the server isn't in the list yet, players can connect using:
- FiveM client → Settings → Direct Connect → enter
IP:30120 - Share the connect link:
fivem://connect/YOUR_IP:30120
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