How To Transfer Items Between Servers in ARK: A Comprehensive Guide

Transferring items between servers in ARK: Survival Evolved is a crucial skill for any serious player, allowing you to move resources, gear, and even dinos across different maps and server clusters. The core process involves using Obelisks, Loot Drops, or Tek Transmitters to upload items to the Ark Data system and then downloading them on your target server. Here’s a breakdown of how to do it:

1. Locate a Transfer Terminal: Find an Obelisk (the blue, green, or red towers), a supply Loot Drop, or a Tek Transmitter. These act as gateways for uploading and downloading data.
2. Access the Ark Data Tab: Approach the terminal and open its inventory screen. Look for the Ark Data tab, usually located on the far left of the screen.
3. Upload Your Items: Drag the items you want to transfer from your inventory into the Ark Data tab. Be mindful of the 50 item limit per transfer. Items will be held here until you download them on another server.
4. Change Servers: Once your items are uploaded, exit the terminal and access the server menu (usually through the main menu or the pause screen). Choose the target server within your server cluster where you want to transfer your items.
5. Download Your Items: Arrive at the server with your character, find a terminal (Obelisk, Loot Drop, or Tek Transmitter), and open the inventory again. Access the Ark Data tab. Your uploaded items will be listed here. Drag them to your inventory to complete the transfer.

It is important to remember that not everything can be transferred. Certain items and creatures are restricted to specific maps or have transfer limitations. Let’s delve into some of those specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions About Item Transfers in ARK

What Items Cannot Be Transferred Between Servers in ARK?

Not all items are eligible for server transfer. Some common restrictions include:

• Boss Trophies (Heads): These cannot be moved between servers.
• Certain Tributes: Items specifically used for boss fights and other tributes are usually not transferable.
• Elements: Element and other forms of element are usually not transferable.
• Unclaimed babies: Any baby that hasn’t been claimed will not be able to be uploaded.
• Specific Map Items: Certain items, like the unique resources found only on particular maps, may not transfer.
• Event Items: Certain event items are untransferrable.
• Crops: Any crop plots cannot be transferred.

Can You Transfer Artifacts on ARK?

Yes, artifacts can be transferred between maps on clusters with one exception. The Artifact of the Lost is not transferable. They are used at obelisks for loot, and this can be accessed from multiple servers.

Can You Transfer Cryopods?

Yes, Cryopods can be transferred but with a few important caveats. Transferring the cryopod to another server resets its timer. This will cause the dino within to lose any pending experience it had gained since being podded. Be sure to unpod the creature so that it can earn any pending experience before you transfer it to a different server.

Can Dinos Starve in Cryopods?

No, dinos cannot starve in Cryopods. This has been officially confirmed. However, a rare issue involving power cycling could cause pods to pop inside a fridge, but this does not relate to their hunger or stats being lost, it is simply a UI issue.

How Do You Transfer Dinos and Items in ARK?

The process for transferring dinos is nearly identical to transferring items:

1. Dino Upload: Take the dino to an Obelisk or Loot Drop. Open the dino’s inventory and upload it from the Ark Data tab.
2. Item Upload: Take the items to a terminal, open your inventory and then upload from the Ark Data tab.
3. Download: On the new map, go to the terminal, and download them.

Can You Put a Titan in a Cryopod?

No, Titans cannot be put in Cryopods. They are designed not to be permanent tames, and allowing them to be cryopodded would go against that design intention.

How Do You Quickly Transfer Items in ARK?

When in the inventory screen of a container, dino, or other player, you can quickly move items:

• Double-Click: Transfers one item or one item from a stack.
• Shift + Double Click: Transfers five items from a stack.
• Drag and Drop: Transfers an entire stack.

How Do You Transfer Items Between ARK Single Player and Multiplayer?

Items, Dinos and Survivors can only be transferred within the server cluster. Items, dinos and survivors can only be transferred from PvE to PvE servers and only PvP to PvP servers. Transfers between singleplayer and multiplayer are not supported.

Can You Transfer Between LDL Servers?

LDL (Limited Download) servers are special servers where you can transfer your character but cannot transfer any dinos or items. These servers are usually used to introduce new characters into a server cluster.

Can I Transfer My ARK Character to Another Server?

Yes, but characters can only be transferred between servers of the same type:

• PvP Characters: Can only be transferred to other PvP servers.
• PvE Characters: Can only be transferred to other PvE servers.

The servers also have to be grouped in a server cluster.

Why Can’t I Move Away From the Host on Ark?

If you cannot move away from the host, you are playing on a non-dedicated server or using the split-screen function. These methods limit the distance players can travel from one another, as the host machine is acting as both server and client.

What is the Difference Between Dedicated and Non-Dedicated Servers in Ark?

• Dedicated Server: A separate machine or program that hosts the game and acts as a server. It runs 24/7 with a unique IP address and provides scalability.
• Non-Dedicated Server: Uses your own machine as both server and client, limiting player distance and requiring the host to be online for others to play.

What is the Best ARK Map?

Choosing the best map is subjective, but some of the top contenders are:

1. Lost Island: Massive with over 150 square kilometers of explorable area.
2. Ragnarok: Filled with a diverse range of content.
3. Fjordur: Unique biomes, creatures, and challenging environments.
4. The Island: The original map, offering a classic experience.
5. Crystal Isles: Features breathtaking scenery and unique creatures.

What Does a Tek Transmitter Do?

The Tek Transmitter is an end-game tool that allows the transfer of items, tames, and characters between servers within a cluster. It requires the Tek Engram to craft and use.

How Do I Transfer Data Between Two Servers?

While you cannot directly transfer files between ARK servers (like save data), you can transfer items, dinos, and characters using the in-game transfer system described earlier. If you’re interested in how to transfer files from a server to a computer, you can use the FTP method to move save files, but it is not necessary to access your current cluster.

By understanding these processes and limitations, you can effectively navigate the world of ARK’s server transfers, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for you and your tribe.