# ARK: Survival Evolved

You can connect your Tebex Store to your ARK: Survival Evolved server using our official **ArkServerAPI plugin**. This allows for automated in-game item delivery and enhanced monetization features.

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#### **Step-by-Step: Installing the Plugin**

**1. Ensure ArkServerAPI Is Running**

Make sure your ARK server is running the ArkServerAPI framework. If it's not installed, refer to the ArkServerAPI installation guide.

**2. Download the Tebex Plugin**

* Navigate to the [**Plugins**](https://server.tebex.io/plugins) section in your Tebex Store control panel.
* Download the **ARK Tebex plugin** archive.

**3. Install the Plugin**

* Unzip the downloaded file.
* Copy the entire `TebexArk` folder into your plugins directory:\
  `ShooterGame\Binaries\Win64\ArkApi\Plugins\`

**4. Restart Your Server**

This will load the TebexArk plugin. Check the server logs to confirm successful initialization.

**5. Link Your Server with Tebex**

In your server console, enter the following command (replacing with your actual secret key from the control panel):

```bash
cheat tebex:secret YOUR_SECRET_KEY
```

You can find your secret key in the [**Game Servers** ](https://server.tebex.io/game-servers)section of your control panel. Click **Edit** next to your ARK server.

**6. Verify Installation**

* Check the server log for any plugin load errors.
* Or type `!donate` in the in-game chat.\
  If a link to your Tebex store appears, setup was successful!

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#### **Advanced Integration Options**

Tebex also supports additional integration methods:

* **Webhooks**
* **RCON**
* **MySQL**

These can be used for deeper integration with your server or web-based tools. Refer to our [Developer Integration Guide](https://docs.tebex.io/developers/game-server-api/overview) for full setup instructions.

**Academy Tutorial**\
Check out our video walkthrough demonstrating how to:

* Set up Tebex with ARK
* Deliver in-game items
* Spawn dinosaurs using commands

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