To add admin to your Rust server, stop it, add your SteamID64 as a new owner in Users.cfg with the Config Editor, save and start the server again. Here is how, step by step, in the GTX game panel.
How to add admin to your Rust server
You need your SteamID64 first: a 17-digit number that starts with 7656119. You can get it from steamid.io by pasting your Steam profile link.
- Stop the server using the STOP button.
- Navigate to Configuration Files and use the Config Editor on the
Users.cfgfile. - Click on new owner and input your SteamID64. You can get this information from steamid.io.
- Click Save & Exit for the
Users.cfgfile. - Start your server using the START button.
Want to make a friend admin too? Repeat the steps with their SteamID64. Once the server is back up, reconnect and your admin rights are active.
Rust admin questions
How do I become admin on my Rust server?
Stop the server, open Configuration Files, use the Config Editor on Users.cfg, click new owner and enter your SteamID64. Then click Save & Exit and start the server.
Where do I find my SteamID64?
Paste your Steam profile link into steamid.io. Your SteamID64 is the 17-digit number starting with 7656119.
How do I give Oxide plugin permissions to admins?
Oxide (uMod) plugins use their own permission system. See how to configure permissions for Oxide/uMod plugins.
Want your own Rust server? GTX Rust servers come with a game panel, Config Editor and one-click Mod Manager: see Rust server hosting.
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