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Guides for managing your Rust server — setup, wipes, plugins, RCON, and troubleshooting.

New server? Getting Started with Your Rust ServerCongratulations on your new Rust server. This guide walks you through everything you need to do after purchase. Start here

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  1. How to Connect to Your Rust Server Your server IP address and port are shown in your AgilaHost dashboard under your order details, or in the game panel under the Console tab header.
  2. How to Wipe Your Rust Server Wiping is a core part of running a Rust server. A wipe resets the server, clearing player buildings, items, and optionally blueprints, to give…
  3. How to Install Oxide/uMod on Your Rust Server Oxide (also known as uMod) is a plugin framework for Rust servers. It allows you to install plugins that add features like kits, teleportation…
  4. How to Install and Update Plugins on Your Rust Server Your server must have Oxide/uMod installed before you can use plugins. If you have not installed it yet, see our Oxide installation guide.
  5. How to Add an Admin to Your Rust Server Always run server.writecfg after making changes to persist them. Without this, admin status will be lost on server restart.
  6. Rust Admin Commands Cheat Sheet Note: Some commands are owner-only. Moderators have restricted access.
  7. Setting Up RCON for Remote Server Management RCON (Remote Console) lets you manage your Rust server from your browser or desktop — without being in the game.
  8. How to Connect Rust+ Mobile App to Your Server Note: Any player can pair with Rust+. You do not need to be a server admin. Admin status is only needed for certain server management features within…
  9. Customizing Your Server (Name, Description, Header Image) Rust restricts which domains are allowed for header images. If your image does not display, try hosting it on a commonly accepted CDN or image host.
  10. How to Use a Custom Map on Your Rust Server In short: the map itself stays, but everything built on it is cleared.
  11. Server Not Showing in the Server List If you can't find your server in the Rust server browser, work through these checks in order.
  12. Troubleshooting: Players Can't Connect First, check your game panel — your server should show as "Running". If it is offline or stuck on "Starting", see our crashes and performance guide…
  13. Troubleshooting: Server Crashes and Performance Issues If your server keeps crashing or going offline, work through these steps in order.

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