By default, Palworld dedicated servers are not always listed in the in-game Community Server browser. To make your server publicly discoverable, you must configure both your server settings and startup parameters correctly.

This guide explains how to enable Community Server mode, configure your server information, and ensure the required startup flags are enabled.

Note: After enabling Community Server mode, it may take several minutes before your server appears in the Community Server list.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure that:

• You have access to your CloudNord Game Panel.

• Your Palworld server is stopped before making changes.

• You have permission to edit your server files.

Step 1: Stop Your Server

Log in to your CloudNord Game Panel and stop your Palworld server.

Stopping the server before editing configuration files helps prevent your changes from being overwritten.

Step 2: Open the Server Configuration File

Navigate to the following directory:

/
└── Pal/
    └── Saved/
        └── Config/
            └── LinuxServer/
                └── PalWorldSettings.ini

Open the following file:

PalWorldSettings.ini

Step 3: Configure Your Server Information

Verify that the following settings exist and are configured correctly:

ServerName="My Community Server"
ServerDescription="Welcome to our Palworld server!"
bIsMultiplay=True
bIsPublic=True

Setting Explanation

Step 4: Configure the Startup Settings

Next, open the Startup tab in your CloudNord Game Panel.

Ensure the following options are enabled:

• Community Server

• Public Lobby Flag

Some startup variables override values stored inside PalWorldSettings.ini, so it's important to verify both the configuration file and the Startup tab.

Step 5: Verify the -publiclobby Startup Flag

When the Public Lobby Flag is enabled, CloudNord automatically adds the required -publiclobby parameter to your server's startup command.

A correctly configured startup command will include:

./PalworldServerConfigParser; \
(while read cmd; do
rcon -s -a "localhost:$RCON_PORT" -p "$ADMIN_PASSWORD" "$cmd";
done) < /dev/stdin & \
proton run /home/container/Pal/Binaries/Win64/PalServer-Win64-Test.exe \
-publiclobby \
-useperfthreads \
-NoAsyncLoadingThread \
-UseMultithreadForDS \
-port={{SERVER_PORT}} \
-publicip={{SERVER_IP}} \
-publicport={{SERVER_PORT}} \
-servername="{{SERVER_NAME}}" \
-players={{MAX_PLAYERS}} \
$(if [ -n "$SERVER_PASSWORD" ]; then echo "-serverpassword=\"${SERVER_PASSWORD}\""; fi) \
-adminpassword="{{ADMIN_PASSWORD}}" \
-rcon

The important parameter is:

-publiclobby

This launch parameter tells the Palworld dedicated server to advertise itself in the official Community Server browser.

You do not need to manually edit your startup command. Simply enable the Public Lobby Flag in the Startup tab, and CloudNord will automatically include the -publiclobby parameter.

Step 6: Save Your Changes

After confirming your configuration:

1. Save the PalWorldSettings.ini file.

2. Save any Startup setting changes.

3. Restart your server.

Step 7: Wait for Your Server to Appear

Once your server is online, allow several minutes for the Palworld Community Server browser to refresh.

Server listings are not updated instantly, so there may be a short delay before your server becomes visible.

Configuration Checklist

Before testing, verify that all of the following are configured:

Example Configuration

ServerName="CloudNord Community Server"
ServerDescription="Friendly PvE Survival"
bIsMultiplay=True
bIsPublic=True

Troubleshooting

My server does not appear in the Community Server list

Verify the following:

• The server has a valid ServerName.

• ServerDescription has been configured.

• bIsMultiplay=True.

• bIsPublic=True.

• Community Server is enabled in the Startup tab.

• Public Lobby Flag is enabled.

• The startup command includes the -publiclobby parameter.

• The server has been restarted.

• You have waited several minutes after restarting.

I don't see the Public Lobby Flag option

Some server templates may not expose the Public Lobby Flag in the Startup settings.

If the option is missing, please open a support ticket. Our support team can enable it for you within a few minutes.

My configuration looks correct but the server is still missing

If you've verified all of the above and your server still does not appear in the Community Server browser, please contact CloudNord Support with:

• Your server IP address

• Screenshots of your Startup settings

• A copy of your PalWorldSettings.ini

• Any relevant console logs

We'll be happy to investigate further.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does bIsPublic=True automatically list my server?

No. Your server must also have Community Server mode enabled, the Public Lobby Flag turned on, and the -publiclobby startup parameter applied.

Do I need to edit the startup command manually?

No. CloudNord automatically adds the -publiclobby parameter when the Public Lobby Flag is enabled in the Startup tab (If you're unable to enable the Public Lobby Flag or your server still doesn't appear, the CloudNord Support team is always happy to help.).

How long does it take for my server to appear?

Most servers appear within a few minutes after restarting, although the exact time depends on how often the Palworld Community Server browser refreshes.

Why isn't my server visible immediately?

The Community Server browser is managed by Palworld and does not refresh instantly. Even with the correct configuration, there may be a short delay before your server appears.

Conclusion

Making your Palworld server publicly visible requires more than just enabling bIsPublic=True. You must configure your server name and description, enable Community Server mode, ensure the Public Lobby Flag is turned on, and verify that the -publiclobby startup parameter is present. Once everything is configured correctly and your server has been restarted, it should appear in the Palworld Community Server browser after a short delay. If you're unable to enable the Public Lobby Flag or your server still doesn't appear, the CloudNord Support team is always happy to help.

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