Linux VPS Otservlist not getting Server Status.

[DanneZ]

Hello guys, i been trying to get otservlist not showing my server offline.
I use a VPS so we know the ports are open, firewall seems to be disabled.
Ports only visible open if in use by web engine or software, i was informed by vps provider.

I can add the server to the otlist without any problem but the otlist dont get the info from TFS. (0.3.6)
so it stays looking offline.

Ports in config.lua use:
loginPort = 7171
gamePort = 7172
statusPort = 7171

I been testing alot of diffrent things.
Anyone got any ideas?
Would really need help with this problem.

/Yours DanneZ

 

[Nilima]

The server status may not be showing on Otservlist for several reasons:

Server Not Responding Publicly

Otservlist queries your server using its IP and port. The status will not appear because your VPS firewall (which includes ufw and iptables) prevents external access to the server port (which typically operates on port 7171).

Check: Ensure the port is open and accessible from outside your VPS.

Wrong IP or Port Configuration

The registered IP and port on Otservlist must exactly match your VPS public IP and the server login port.

Otservlist cannot access your server when you use private IP or NAT configuration.

Server Not Running or Crashed

Otservlist can only detect servers that are currently running.

Check: Use ps aux | grep yourserver or review the server logs on your DedicatedCore VPS to confirm the service is active.

Antivirus/Firewall on VPS or Provider Level

Most VPS providers implement automatic blocking for all ports except common ones. You need to make a request for the port to be allowed.

Incorrect Server Version or List Update Delay

The Otservlist system requires time to update following server registration and when your server version lacks full compatibility with their system.