How to Make Yourself an Admin on Your Rust Server Print

Giving yourself admin access on your Rust server allows you to use in-game commands, manage players, and configure server behavior with full control. This tutorial will walk you through two methods to set yourself as an admin using your Steam64ID.

Before You Begin:

You’ll need your Steam64ID (a long number like 76561198000000000).

Use this website to find it: https://steamid.io

Option 1: Use the Web Console

1. Log into Your Imperium Hosting Control Panel

Go to https://cp.imperiumhosting.com and access your Rust server.

2. Open the Web Console

Click "Web Console" in your control panel. When prompted, enter your RCON password (found or set in your server.cfg file).

3. Assign Admin Role via Command

In the console, type the following command and press Enter:

(Replace YOUR_STEAM64ID with your actual Steam64 ID.)

You should see a confirmation message.

4. Save the Configuration

Type and run:

5. Rejoin the Server

If you were already in-game, disconnect and rejoin to gain admin rights.

Option 2: Edit users.cfg Directly

1. Stop the Server

Stop your server from the control panel before editing files.

2. Open users.cfg

• Go to Configuration Files

• Click Text Editor next to users.cfg

3. Add Admin Entry

On a new line, type:

You can add multiple admins by entering each on a new line:

4. Save the File and Restart the Server

Click Save, then start your server to apply the changes.

Verifying Admin Access

Once you rejoin the server:

• Press F1 to open the console.

• Try using an admin command (e.g. noclip or god if enabled).

• You should now have full access.

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