The use of third-party launchers is generally permitted by Studio Wildcard (the developers of ARK) as long as they do not bypass anti-cheat systems or facilitate piracy. Tek Launcher is widely regarded as a quality-of-life tool within the community. However, players should always use it for legitimate copies of the game to avoid potential bans or account issues.
: It is recommended to use the "Validate" feature first to ensure all base game files are recognized and updated to the latest compatible version. Download Tek Launcher
Ensure you have at least 2GB of free space per modpack you intend to install. Setting Up Your First Modpack The use of third-party launchers is generally permitted