# RCON for ARK

> Admin console for ARK : Survival Evolved game servers

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.anthonydenaud.arkrcon](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.anthonydenaud.arkrcon)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.anthonydenaud.arkrcon`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Anthony Denaud
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 24,139
- **Rating:** 3.56 / 5 (252 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.3
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-30
- **First published:** 2016-01-31
- **Publisher country:** IE
- **Size:** 6.22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anthonydenaud.arkrcon)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/rcon-for-ark-privacy-policy/a229202d-4de9-4e88-a0ee-c412b843038e/privacy](https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/rcon-for-ark-privacy-policy/a229202d-4de9-4e88-a0ee-c412b843038e/privacy)

## Description

RCON for ARK is a powerful Chrome extension designed specifically for administrators of ARK: Survival Evolved PC game servers. It offers an intuitive admin console enabling seamless management of players through features like sending messages, kicking, and banning directly from the extension interface. Users can execute quick and custom RCON commands enhanced by an auto-completion feature for efficient server control.

This tool integrates full gamelog support with clear syntax highlighting, making monitoring server activity easier than ever. Custom chat notifications can also be enabled to stay informed in real time. Please note this extension supports only PC servers, not console servers, and requires the server to run with the "-servergamelog" parameter. The extension also facilitates player connection time tracking with some setup required on server connection settings. Join the official Discord channel for support and updates: https://discord.gg/gG5rZT3.

## Rankings

- #402,977 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anthonydenaud.arkrcon.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the convenience and functionality of the app for managing ARK: Survival Evolved servers, especially when on the move or over LAN, often praising its ease of use and effectiveness after proper port forwarding. However, many report frequent connection failures, particularly with ARK: Survival Ascended and when connecting from outside local networks. The app struggles with chat log refreshes and lacks automatic retrieval of past logs, requiring manual commands. Users also note it demands networking expertise to configure correctly and sometimes has compatibility issues with certain mods or server configurations.

### Pros

- Works well for ARK: Survival Evolved official and hosted servers.
- Convenient remote access to server commands and in-game chat when away from PC.
- Easy to use interface for managing servers and sending commands.
- Effective for LAN connections when configured correctly.
- Reliable after forwarding the correct RCON port and proper setup.

### Cons

- Frequent connectivity issues, especially connecting to ARK: Survival Ascended servers.
- Inability to connect reliably from outside LAN despite proper port forwarding and configuration.
- Chat logs do not auto-refresh or retrieve logs from previous sessions easily.
- Requires networking knowledge for proper setup and troubleshooting.
- Limited or inconsistent functionality with some mods or server setups.

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