This guide is essential for server owners looking to take full control of their Rust server rental. Learn how to assign yourself owner status and explore the key commands that will help you manage and customize your server with ease.
Why Assign Yourself As The Server Owner?
Taking ownership of your server is a crucial step in ensuring you have full control over its management and operation. As the server owner, you gain access to a wide range of administrative commands and tools that are otherwise unavailable. This status allows you to manage permissions, configure settings, and enforce rules effectively, ensuring that your server runs smoothly. Additionally, being the server owner gives you the ultimate authority to protect your server from potential security threats and unauthorized changes.
How To Make Yourself Admin On A Rust Server
Assigning yourself an OwnerID on your Rust server is essential for full administrative control. It grants you unrestricted access to all default admin commands, allowing you to manage players, adjust settings, and customize gameplay. With OwnerID, your permissions are secure, ensuring you have the final say in any server changes. This level of control is key to maintaining a smooth and well-managed server.
Add
To assign yourself OwnerID on your Rust server, follow these steps:
1 | Get Your SteamID64
First, you’ll need your SteamID64, which is a unique identifier for your Steam account. You can find it by visiting steamid.io and entering your Steam profile URL.
2 | Access the Server Console
Log in to your Rust server’s control panel and open the console. The console is where you’ll enter commands to manage your server.
3 | Grant OwnerID
In the console, type the following command, replacing <SteamID64> with your actual SteamID64:
ownerid <SteamID64> "YourName"
This command grants you OwnerID status, giving you full administrative privileges on the server.
4 | Save the Configuration
To make your OwnerID status permanent, server.writecfg
This saves the current configuration, ensuring that your OwnerID is retained even after the server restarts.
server.writecfg
Remove
To remove yourself as a OwnerID on your Rust server, follow these steps:
1 | Get Your SteamID64
First, you’ll need your SteamID64, which is a unique identifier for your Steam account. You can find it by visiting steamid.io and entering your Steam profile URL.
2 | Access the Server Console
Log in to your Rust server’s control panel and open the console. The console is where you’ll enter commands to manage your server.
3 | Grant OwnerID
In the console, type the following command, replacing <SteamID64> with your actual SteamID64:
removeowner <SteamID64>
ModeratorID
Assigning a ModeratorID on your Rust server allows you to delegate specific administrative tasks to trusted players. Moderators gain access to essential commands, such as kicking or muting disruptive players, without having full control over server settings. This helps maintain order and enforce rules while keeping critical server configurations protected. By assigning ModeratorID, you empower your team to assist in managing the server, ensuring a balanced and fair gameplay environment.
Add
To assign yourself ModeratorID on your Rust server, follow these steps:
1 | Get Your SteamID64
First, you’ll need your SteamID64, which is a unique identifier for your Steam account. You can find it by visiting steamid.io and entering your Steam profile URL.
2 | Access the Server Console
Log in to your Rust server’s control panel and open the console. The console is where you’ll enter commands to manage your server.
3 | Grant ModeratorID
In the console, type the following command, replacing <SteamID64> with your actual SteamID64:
moderatorid <SteamID64> "YourName"
This command grants you ModeratorID status, giving you some administrative privileges on the server.
4 | Save the Configuration
To make your ModeratorID status permanent, server.writecfg
This saves the current configuration, ensuring that your ModeratorID is retained even after the server restarts.
server.writecfg
Remove
To remove yourself as a ModeratorID on your Rust server, follow these steps:
1 | Get Your SteamID64
First, you’ll need your SteamID64, which is a unique identifier for your Steam account. You can find it by visiting steamid.io and entering your Steam profile URL.
2 | Access the Server Console
Log in to your Rust server’s control panel and open the console. The console is where you’ll enter commands to manage your server.
3 | Grant ModeratorID
In the console, type the following command, replacing <SteamID64> with your actual SteamID64:
removemoderator <SteamID64>
What privileges Do Rust Server Admins Get?
We will discuss the difference between ownerID and moderatorID so you know what each one is able to do so you do not give the wrong person the ability to do harmful things on the server.
Owner
Assigning yourself or others an OwnerID on your Rust server provides comprehensive control over server management. With OwnerID, you and anyone else granted this status can access and modify server settings directly through the F1 menu. This includes the ability to send RCON commands via the F1 console, which allows for executing any command and granting or revoking any permissions. OwnerID ensures you have complete authority over all aspects of server administration, making it essential for overseeing and customizing the server environment effectively.
Moderator
Assigning a ModeratorID on your Rust server grants moderators the ability to perform key administrative tasks while limiting their access to sensitive server settings. Moderators can use essential commands such as spawning items, running basic server commands, and utilizing noclip mode to navigate freely through the game world. However, they do not have access to RCON commands, which means they cannot execute server-wide or critical changes.
Essential Commands For Server Owners
As a Rust server owner, having a solid grasp of the essential commands is key to effective server management. These commands enable you to maintain control, ensure fair play, and customize the server to meet your community's needs:
kick <steamid>
Removes a player from the server temporarily, useful for dealing with minor rule violations.ban <steamid>
Permanently bans a player from the server, preventing them from rejoining. Essential for dealing with cheaters or toxic players.unban <steamid>
Reverses a ban, allowing a previously banned player to rejoin the server. Useful if a ban was issued by mistake or the player has redeemed themselves.teleport <steamid>
Instantly moves you to the players steam id in the command.teleport2owneditem <steamid>
Instantly moves you to the players placed items.teleport2me <steamid>
Instantly moves the player that you put in the command to you.teleport2marker <steamid>
Instantly moves you to your marker.teaminfo <steamid>
Shows information about the team that the player is in.spawn <item/entity>
Spawns items or entities directly into the game. This command is useful for testing, event creation, or helping players recover lost items.noclip
Allows the owner or moderator to fly around the map quickly.global.god <true>
Grants invincibility to the player who activates it. Ideal for admin work, such as inspecting player builds or handling griefing situations without taking damage.server.save
Forces a manual save of the server's current state, ensuring that recent changes are not lost.server.writecfg
Writes the current configuration, including roles and permissions, to the server's config file. This is crucial after granting OwnerID or ModeratorID to make changes permanent.say <message>
Sends a server-wide message to all players. Useful for announcements, event alerts, or rule reminders.inventory.give <steamid> <item> <quantity>
Directly gives items to a player's inventory. Great for rewarding players or assisting those who lost valuable gear due to server issues.ent auth
When looking at an entity and running the command it will give you an auth list of the players that are authorized on a Tool Cabinet or anything else that you can auth on.ent kill
When looking at an entity and running the command, it will remove the entity. Be careful, as this can permanently remove entities from the map that won't return until the next wipe.debugcamera
Detaches your camera and lets you move freely around the map with your body frozen in place.
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Conclusion
Gaining full control over your Rust server starts with properly assigning OwnerID and ModeratorID roles. As the server owner, you unlock the ability to manage every aspect of your server, from enforcing rules to customizing gameplay. By understanding and utilizing essential commands, you ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all players. Meanwhile, assigning ModeratorID to trusted individuals allows you to delegate responsibilities, maintaining order without compromising your control. With these tools and knowledge, you’re well-equipped to create a thriving Rust community where fair play and creativity can flourish.
