Add Your Server to the Community List
Make your Valheim server visible in the in-game server browser so players can find and join it.
By default, XGamingServer Valheim servers are listed in the community server browser. If your server isn't showing up, or you want to hide it, this guide covers the settings.
Make Your Server Public
Go to Startup
In the sidebar, click Startup.
Enable public listing
Set Public Server to enabled (this sets -public 1).
Set a password
Public servers are required to have a password set. Set one in the password field.
Restart your server
📝 Note: It can take 10–15 minutes for your server to appear in the community server list after starting. Be patient if it doesn't show up immediately.
Find Your Server in the Browser
Go to Join Game
Click the Join Game tab.
Search for your server
Select Community and search for your server name. You can use the filter bar to narrow results.
Why Your Server Isn't Showing Up
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| Server just started | Wait 10–15 minutes for the list to update |
| No password set | Public servers must have a password |
| Public set to 0 | Enable public listing in Startup |
| Server name too generic | Use a unique name to find it easily |
| Server is still starting | Check the Console for "Game server connected" |
Hide Your Server
To remove your server from the browser and make it private:
Disable public listing
Set Public Server to disabled (sets -public 0).
Restart your server
Players can still join by entering your IP address directly. See Make Your Server Private.
Steam Server Browser
Your server also appears in Steam's server browser under View > Game Servers. Players can add it to their Steam favorites for easy access.
💡 Tip: Give your server a unique, descriptive name. Instead of "My Server", try something like "Vikings of Valhalla - PVE Modded" so players know what to expect.
Related Guides
See also: Connect to Your Server | Make Your Server Private | Set a Password
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