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UnbanPlayer

  • Command

Removes a player from the server's ban list using their Steam ID, restoring their access.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat UnbanPlayer <Steam ID>

Arguments

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

About

Use UnbanPlayer to lift a ban on a specific player. You need their Steam ID, which you can obtain from server logs, the ban list, or by having the player share it.

This command works only in the server console or through remote console tools. It does not work in single-player or non-dedicated sessions. After unbanning, the player can rejoin on their next connection attempt; they do not need to restart the game client.

Frequently Asked Questions

How current is the UnbanPlayer info?
The UnbanPlayer 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.
Which game is the UnbanPlayer from?
The UnbanPlayer is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
Can I run the UnbanPlayer command over RCON?
Yes. Send cheat UnbanPlayer <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.
What is the UnbanPlayer used for?
Use UnbanPlayer to lift a ban on a specific player. You need their Steam ID, which you can obtain from server logs, the ban list, or by having the player share it.
What arguments does the UnbanPlayer command take?
The UnbanPlayer command takes one argument: steam id type: steam id. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
What is the UnbanPlayer?
Removes a player from the server's ban list using their Steam ID, restoring their access.
How do I enable admin commands to run UnbanPlayer?
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 UnbanPlayer <Steam ID>. Without admin access the console rejects it.
What is the syntax for the UnbanPlayer command?
The syntax is cheat UnbanPlayer <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.