How do I install mods on my Arma 3 server?

Arma 3: How to Install Mods

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Introduction

Mods allow you to customize your server even more. Below, you'll learn where to find the most popular server mods and how to set them up.

Preparation

Through the Steam Workshop, you can install mods on your server. The Steam Workshop is perfect for discovering and managing new and exciting mods. First, browse the Steam Workshop for mods that interest you. When you find a mod you like, it’s important to note its Workshop ID. You can find the ID in the URL. You will need this Workshop ID for the upcoming installation.

Installation

The next step is installing the mods. Thanks to the Steam Workshop feature, installation is very easy. Go to your game server management and open the Workshop tab. There, you can enter the mods into the designated field. Enter the previously noted Workshop IDs and add them there. If you want to add multiple mods, make sure to separate the IDs with commas.

Popular Mods

Still looking for the perfect mods for your server? Browse our carefully curated list of the most popular and highly recommended mods to enhance your gameplay and give your server the finishing touch. Get inspired and find exactly the addons that fit your project.

CBA_A3 (Community Based Addons for Arma 3) – Base framework with shared functions (settings, events, keybinds) required by most other mods as a dependency.
ACE3 – Extensive realism mod for medical, weapon handling, and interactions; standard on many milsim servers.
RHS (Escalation/AFRF/USAF/GREF) – Expands the game with additional factions, vehicles, and weapons (including Russian and US arsenals).
CUP (Community Upgrade Project) – Ports terrains, weapons, and vehicles from older Arma titles to Arma 3.
Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR) – Voice communication mod with realistic radios (handheld, backpack, and vehicle radios).
Zeus Enhanced (ZEN) – Extends the Zeus godmode mission editor with additional tools and modules.
ALiVE – Framework for dynamic, persistent missions and campaigns.

Conclusion

If you have followed all the steps, you have successfully installed the mods on your server. If you have any further questions or need assistance, our support team is available daily to help! 🙂

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Search for suitable mods in the Steam Workshop, note the Workshop ID from the URL, and enter it in the Workshop tab of your game server management. Separate multiple IDs with commas.

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Arma 3: How to Install Mods

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