Obtaining an Authentication Key for Your BeamMP Server

Updated June 10, 2026 · By Host Havoc Technical Support Team

Every BeamMP server requires an authentication key to connect to the BeamMP network. Without it, your server will not appear in the server list and players will not be able to join. Once set, the key is stored in ServerConfig.toml and persists across restarts.

Before you start: Stop your server before editing configuration files.

Generate an authentication key

  1. Go to the BeamMP Keymaster.
  2. Click Keys on the left-hand side.
  3. Click the + icon to create a new key.
  4. Copy the key that is generated.

Add the key to your server

  1. Log in to the Game Control Panel.
  2. Navigate to your BeamMP server.
  3. Stop your server if it is running.
  4. Click Configuration Files.
  5. Click the Config Editor icon for ServerConfig.toml.
  6. Paste your key into the License key field.
  7. Click Save.
  8. Start your server.

Your server will now authenticate with the BeamMP network and appear in the public server list. You can also join directly by IP and port without relying on the list.

Troubleshooting

  • Server still not appearing online. Confirm the key is pasted exactly with no leading or trailing spaces.
  • Key already in use error. Each key can only be used on one server at a time. Generate a separate key for each server instance.