# Palworld Connection Timed Out – Server Runs But Join Fails

Palworld server runs but connection timed out? Port 8211, community server, password & firewall – when start guide isn't enough.

**Quick answer:** Palworld runs in panel but join fails? → **8211 UDP** in firewall + panel, **publiclobby** and test direct connect.

**If you landed here:** Palworld shows "Running" but players get "Connection timed out" or "Unable to connect".

## Related

- [Set up Palworld](/en/gameserver/palworld/setup)
- [Server won't start](/en/gameserver/palworld/server-startet-nicht)