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Arma 3 Server Hosting

High-performance hosting for Arma 3 missions, milsim groups, mods, and dedicated multiplayer servers.

2GB

2 GB / 30 days

$5.38/ 30 days

SAVE ~10%$5.98

Best for small servers & a few friends

  • Unlimited game swap, 80+ games
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4GB

4 GB / 30 days

$10.76/ 30 days

SAVE ~10%$11.96

Best for medium groups & modded servers

  • Unlimited game swap, 80+ games
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8GB

8 GB / 30 days

$21.54/ 30 days

SAVE ~10%$23.93

Best for large, busy, heavily-modded servers

  • Unlimited game swap, 80+ games
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Customise your server

Build your own

Same hardware. Your rules.

MemoryYou choose
Runtime3-365 days
  • Everything included +
  • Unlimited Players
  • Any RAM size you need

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Playable on

RAM-based pricing · from $2.69 / GB (per 30 days) · pay only for what you need

Every plan runs onSame metal, every tier
Xeon / Ryzen
High-frequency CPUs
DDR5 RAM
Dedicated, not shared
NVMe SSD
Fast world loads
10Gbps
Network uplinks
DDoS Shield
Enterprise protection
Instant activation24/7 human support99.9% Uptime SLA24-hour money-backRated 4.9★

Launch your private Arma 3 dedicated server in minutes. Built for multiplayer stability with persistent worlds and dedicated performance.

Why PingPlayers is perfect for your Arma 3 server

Everything you need to host, manage, and scale your Arma 3 server without technical friction.

Instant AI setup

No manual config required. Your Arma 3 server is ready in seconds.

High-frequency CPUs

Strong single-core performance for smooth Arma 3 gameplay.

NVMe SSD storage

Fast disk speeds reduce save lag and corruption risk.

DDR5 RAM

Stable memory for demanding game worlds.

Enterprise DDoS protection

Always online, always protected from attacks.

Full config control

Adjust all server settings from our control panel.

Automated backups

Protect your world before updates or changes.

Instant upgrades

Scale RAM and slots as your community grows.

Getting started

How to launch yourArma 3 server

Get your server live in under 60 seconds.

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Choose your plan
2
Configure your server
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Deploy with Ping AI
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Invite and play
Step 1

Choose your plan

Pick RAM, slots, and the data centre closest to your players.

2 GB, 4 GB or 8 GB
Step 2

Configure your server

Set mission rules, mod list, and player limits from a clean panel.

No config files to edit
Step 3

Deploy with Ping AI

Live in under 60 seconds, fully ready to play.

Live in under 60 seconds
Step 4

Invite and play

Share your IP and brief the unit.

Crossplay supported

No complicated setup. Your server launches in minutes.

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Simple Control Panel

Simple yet powerful control panel for Arma 3

Don't know how to setup your server? Ping AI will help ensure you've configured what you want correctly.

AI Assist
Deploy with AI

Meet Ping AI, your Arma 3 server ops commander

The first AI built just for gamers.
Install ACE3 and CBA, configure your server.cfg, or set up a Zeus mission. All by chatting.

Ping AI

Server config holding up the op? Ping AI clears it. Relax.

From installing ACE3 to fixing mission file errors, Ping AI handles it.
Because setting up an Arma 3 server should not take longer than planning the op.

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Built for Arma 3

Servers built for how
Arma 3 actually runs

Reliable hosting depends on performance, mod stability, backups, and proper server control.

Performance firstHigh-frequency CPUs keep tick rates stable
Mod stableACE3, CBA, TFAR, RHS Escalation run clean on every plan
Auto backupsOne-click mission restore before updates or wipes
Full controlEvery server setting exposed in a clean panel
Server comparison

Dedicated Arma 3 server vs self-hosted and public servers

A dedicated server stays online independently from any player.

💻
PC-hosted
Works for short sessions only
✗Server goes offline when the host disconnects
✗Host hardware limits player count and mission scale
✗Lag and desync during large ops and vehicle combat
✗Manual mod sync required for every player every session
✗Host player has a connection and performance advantage
✗No automated backup or mission state persistence
PC hosting works for short sessions, but quickly becomes frustrating for groups.
★ Best choice
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PingPlayers Dedicated
Best for long-term worlds and communities
✓Always online with a persistent mission state, 24/7
✓Supports large milsim ops without host bottlenecks
✓Full control over mods, missions, and server config
✓No host advantage. Every player on equal footing
✓Built for sustained unit operations and heavy mod stacks
✓Automated backups and one-click mission restore
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Public servers
Easy to join, hard to keep
✗Mission rotation and rules controlled by admins
✗No control over mod list or mission selection
✗Random players disrupt milsim ops and unit cohesion
✗Progress and loadouts can reset without warning
✗No dedicated resources for your session
✗Lag and desync during peak hours and heavy combat
Public servers can be fun to try, but rarely offer long-term stability or freedom.
Built for performance

We prioritize lag free Arma 3 gameplay

As gamers we hate lag. It ruins the op. That is why we never oversell our servers, so everyone plays Arma 3 without a hiccup.

Lag-free Arma 3 server hosting
Global network

Global network for perfect Arma 3 gameplay

Choose the server location closest to your players to reduce latency during combat, exploration, and multiplayer interactions.

Global server locations
Free game switching

Change games anytime.One server does it all.

Switch between 50+ games without losing progress, paying extra, or setting up again.

Now hosting
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→Switch free, any time
Unlimited
∞
Game switches
Swap as many times as you want. No limits, no cooldowns, no questions asked.
Ping AI
60s
New game, live in 60 seconds
Pick a new game, hit deploy. Ping AI installs and configures your new server in under 60 seconds. No setup, no config files.
Included
$0
Extra cost to switch
Game switching is free on every plan, forever. One server price covers all 50+ games.

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Launch your own server in minutes with full control over settings, mods, and performance.

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Games
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Frequently asked questions

We accept Credit and Debit cards, ApplePay and GooglePay and PayPal.

Each cluster of players can be automatically renewed by enabling Auto Renew on "My Servers->Edit Cluster" if you haven't done so when you ordered it. It will charge the same payment method used originally.

You can disable auto-renew on your cluster and delete all your servers. Your cluster will be removed on its due date.

Select the game and customize the contract length and max player count and you'll be taken to checkout.

No, to cancel you need to go to My servers->Manage Cluster->Disable Auto Renew.

Yes, within the first 24 hours after the initial ordering of the server.

Payment methods are added on checkout; try ordering something or reconfiguring an existing server and the option will show itself.

Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Select the game and customize the contract length and max player count and you'll be taken to checkout.

About Arma 3

Arma 3 is a military sandbox game developed by Bohemia Interactive and released in 2013 for PC. Built on the Real Virtuality 4 engine, it sets players on the sun-baked island of Altis and hands them one of the most realistic combined-arms sandboxes in gaming: infantry, armour, air assets, and naval operations in a single persistent world.

The core loop is built around player-driven scenarios. Zeus game masters design and run ops in real time. Coop units grind through Dynamic Recon Ops and ALiVE persistent campaigns. Competitive players drop into King of the Hill for infantry and armour PvP. And milsim units run full real operations with ACE3 medical, TFAR radio communication, and pre-op briefings that take longer than the insertion.

Sessions run long and the server is the hub. A dedicated Arma 3 server keeps the mission state persistent, logs everyone in at the scheduled time, and holds the mod stack stable for the whole unit. Without a dedicated server, one host disconnect ends the op for everyone.

MilsimMilitary SandboxCo-opModdedTactical FPS
Arma 3
2013
Military Sandbox · Milsim · Co-op
Arma 3
🎮 Quick Facts
Genre
Military Sandbox / Milsim
Developer
Bohemia Interactive
Release
2013
Platforms
PC (Windows)
Max Players
100 (server config)
Mod Support
Steam Workshop + manual
💾 Minimum RAM for Arma 3
Vanilla / light missions (2-10 players)2 GB
Modded coop (ACE3 + TFAR)4 GB
Large milsim ops (40-80 players)8 GB

Useful Arma 3 hosting articles

How to add mods to your server

This guide details how to add mods to your Arma 3 server, enhancing gameplay and enabling a transformed experience. It provides step-by-step instructions, including connecting via FTP, uploading mod files, and troubleshooting common issues.

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Admin Commands for your server

This article provides essential admin commands for managing an Arma 3 server. It categorizes commands for server control, player management, and mission voting, offering explanations and examples to aid admins in real-time operations without leaving the game.

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How to Become an Admin on Your Server

This article provides a comprehensive guide on becoming an admin on an Arma 3 server. It details two methods: using your SteamID64 for permanent access and setting a password for temporary login. The guide outlines steps to manage server settings effectively.

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How to change missions on your server

This article provides a step-by-step guide on changing missions in an Arma 3 server, explaining the difference between missions and maps, and detailing how to update settings, select new missions, and troubleshooting tips to enhance gameplay experiences.

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How to connect to my server

This article provides a step-by-step guide on connecting to your Arma 3 server, covering methods like Direct Connect and using the server list. It ensures players, both new and experienced, can easily access their game server.

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How to Backup your Server Data and Restore It

This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to back up and restore your Arma 3 server data. It covers the importance of backups, step-by-step instructions for creating a backup, and the process for restoring or migrating servers, ensuring data security and reliability.

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