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KickPlayer

  • Command

Removes a player from the server immediately by their Steam ID without banning them.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat KickPlayer <Steam ID>

Arguments

steam id type: steam id
The Steam ID of the player you wish to kick from the server.

About

KickPlayer disconnects a specified player from your server in real time. Unlike a ban, the player's Steam ID remains unbanned and they can rejoin if they wish.

Use this for temporary enforcement, rule violations, griefing, or clearing space, when you don't want a permanent ban. The player receives no warning; the kick is instant. You need their exact Steam ID to execute the command.

Both dedicated servers and single-player admin consoles support this command. It is a cheat command, so cheats must be enabled in your server settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the KickPlayer used for?
KickPlayer disconnects a specified player from your server in real time. Unlike a ban, the player's Steam ID remains unbanned and they can rejoin if they wish.
How do I enable admin commands to run KickPlayer?
In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats <AdminPassword> first, then run cheat KickPlayer <Steam ID>. Without admin access the console rejects it.
What arguments does the KickPlayer command take?
The KickPlayer command takes one argument: steam id type: steam id. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
Can I run the KickPlayer command over RCON?
Yes. Send cheat KickPlayer <Steam ID> through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.
Which game is the KickPlayer from?
The KickPlayer is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
How current is the KickPlayer info?
The KickPlayer entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.
What is the KickPlayer?
Removes a player from the server immediately by their Steam ID without banning them.
What is the syntax for the KickPlayer command?
The syntax is cheat KickPlayer <Steam ID>. Open the admin console, paste it, replace any <placeholders> with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.