How to Set the Admin Password on Your ARK Server

The admin password is required to enable admin privileges in-game. With admin access, you can use console commands to manage players, spawn items, and control your server.

Setting the Admin Password

1. Navigate to the Wabbanode Control Panel and Stop your server.
2. Click the Settings tab and select ARK:SE Server Settings.
3. Locate Admin Password and enter a secure password.
4. Click Save and Start your server.

Using the Admin Password In-Game

Once set, you can enable admin privileges while playing:

1. Press Tab to open the console
2. Type enablecheats YourAdminPassword and press Enter
3. You now have access to all admin commands

See How to Become Admin on Your ARK Server for detailed instructions.