Can I run the SaveWorld command over RCON?

Yes. Send cheat SaveWorld 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.

What is the syntax for the SaveWorld command?

The syntax is cheat SaveWorld. Open the admin console, paste it, replace any with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

Which game is the SaveWorld from?

The SaveWorld 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 SaveWorld info?

The SaveWorld 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.

How do I enable admin commands to run SaveWorld?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats first, then run cheat SaveWorld. Without admin access the console rejects it.

ARK · COMMAND

SaveWorld

Command

Forces an immediate save of the current game world state to disk, useful for backing up progress or ensuring data integrity before maintenance.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat SaveWorld

About

SaveWorld writes all current world data to disk on demand. Use this command before restarting your server, applying updates, or making large administrative changes to ensure no recent player progress is lost.

The command executes instantly and does not require arguments. Console access is available, so you can run it from the in-game admin console or RCON without needing to stop the server. Note that it blocks gameplay briefly while the save completes, schedule it during low-traffic windows if your server is heavily populated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run the SaveWorld command over RCON?: Yes. Send cheat SaveWorld 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.
What is the syntax for the SaveWorld command?: The syntax is cheat SaveWorld. 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.
What is the SaveWorld?: Forces an immediate save of the current game world state to disk, useful for backing up progress or ensuring data integrity before maintenance.
Which game is the SaveWorld from?: The SaveWorld 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 SaveWorld info?: The SaveWorld 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.
How do I enable admin commands to run SaveWorld?: 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 SaveWorld. Without admin access the console rejects it.
What is the SaveWorld used for?: SaveWorld writes all current world data to disk on demand. Use this command before restarting your server, applying updates, or making large administrative changes to ensure no recent player progress is lost.