FiveM Upvotes Explained
Upvotes are paid promotional points that improve a server’s visibility in the FiveM server list. Often called server boosts, they are purchased through the Cfx.re Portal and assigned to a server in the FiveM client.
They help people discover a server. They do not add connected players, increase server capacity or improve script performance. For slot allowances and customization benefits, see the separate Element Club plan comparison.
What do Upvotes change?
According to Cfx.re’s explanation of Upvote benefits , the default server-list order compares servers by their applied Upvotes. More points improve a server’s position and its chance of appearing in the main-menu server carousel. Upvotes do not change the list when a player sorts by Name or Players.
There is no fixed number of Upvotes that guarantees first place: other servers’ totals also matter. A better position creates an opportunity to be seen, not a promise of joins or returning players. Carousel exposure also differs from the curated featured-server program.
Recurring vs. Burst Upvotes
| Type | Duration and billing | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Recurring | A subscription that renews weekly or monthly | Maintaining visibility over a longer period |
| Burst | A short promotion lasting up to 24 hours | Promoting a launch, event or busy evening |
Recurring and Burst points contribute to the same server total; they are not separate rankings. When planning a Burst, choose a time when your community and staff are available to welcome new players. Check the selected duration and renewal terms before paying.
Source: Cfx.re’s Recurring and Burst guide .
Upvotes vs. Upvotes Pro
Pro does not make each point stronger. Cfx.re states that both products have the same per-Upvote cost and contribute equally to the server’s total. The difference is purchasing limits:
- Upvotes: purchases are subject to a daily spending limit. The Portal adjusts the available quantity based on purchases during the previous 24 hours.
- Upvotes Pro: the documented transaction limit is $5,000 USD before taxes, with no maximum daily spending limit.
These are spending limits, not package prices or recommended budgets. Review the current quote, taxes, duration and renewal interval in the Portal rather than relying on an old price-per-boost chart.
Sources: Upvotes vs. Pro and purchase guidance .
How to buy and assign Upvotes
1. Purchase in the Portal
- Sign in to the Cfx.re Portal .
- Open Subscriptions, then choose Upvotes or Upvotes Pro.
- Choose Recurring or Burst, the quantity and the billing interval or duration.
- Review the total and complete checkout. Keep the transaction ID for support.
Buying points and assigning them are separate steps. Follow the official purchase guide if the checkout options differ from an older tutorial.
2. Apply them in FiveM
- Open the FiveM client and sign in with the same Cfx.re account used for the purchase.
- Find the intended server in the server list or open its details page.
- Select Upvote and check the confirmation.
One account can Upvote one server at a time. All of that account’s existing Upvotes are assigned together, including Recurring, Burst and Pro points. You cannot split those products between servers.
There is a 24-hour cooldown after assignment. Switching to a different server requires waiting for that cooldown to expire. Repeated clicks do not bypass it. See Cfx.re’s assignment guide .
Cancel a recurring subscription
In the Portal, open Subscriptions → Upvotes or Upvotes Pro. Find the subscription under Active Upvotes, select Cancel, then complete Cancel Now and Continue. Cfx.re says the benefits remain active until the subscription ends.
Canceling renewal and moving points to another server are different actions. For the current cancellation flow, use the official cancellation guide .
Common questions and problems
Why do I not see a ranking improvement?
Check that you assigned the points to the correct server and are viewing the default list order. Name and Players sorting ignore Upvotes. Your position also depends on competing servers’ totals, so a purchase does not secure a permanent position.
Why can I not apply or move my Upvotes?
Confirm the client uses the purchasing account and check whether the 24-hour assignment cooldown is still active. If the purchase or assignment remains unresolved, contact Cfx.re Support with the transaction ID and the error. Keep payment details and account credentials out of public posts.
Are Upvotes the same as Element Club or extra slots?
They serve different purposes: Upvotes promote discovery, while Element Club plans provide the slot allowances and benefits listed for each tier. Do not use an Upvote purchase as a way to raise your player limit.
Will Upvotes fix a server that is missing from the list?
Start with networking and listing diagnostics and artifact support. Promotion does not repair an unreachable server. Verify that players can connect before spending money on visibility.