RCON (Remote Console)

RCON allows you to remotely control and manage your game server through a command-line interface.

What is RCON?

RCON (Remote Console) is a protocol that allows server administrators to:

• Execute server commands remotely
• Manage players (kick, ban, etc.)
• Change server settings without direct access
• Monitor server activity
• Automate server management tasks

How RCON Works

RCON uses a password-protected connection to send commands to your server:

1. Configure - Set up RCON password in server config
2. Connect - Use RCON client or tool to connect
3. Authenticate - Enter RCON password
4. Execute - Send commands to the server
5. Receive - Get command output/responses

Using RCON

Connection Requirements

To use RCON, you need:

• Server IP - Your server's IP address
• RCON Port - Usually separate from game port
• RCON Password - Set in server configuration
• RCON Client - Application or in-game console

RCON Clients

Popular RCON clients:

• In-game Console - Built into many games (CS2, etc.)
• Web-based Tools - FSHOST RCON via Console
• Desktop Applications - Dedicated RCON clients

Game-Specific RCON Guides

Different games implement RCON differently. See your game's specific guide:

Counter-Strike 2

RCON guide coming soon.

Other Games

RCON guides for other games coming soon:

• Call of Duty
• Call of Duty 2
• Call of Duty 4
• Call of Duty: United Offensive
• Call of Duty: World at War
• Counter-Strike 1.6
• Counter-Strike: Condition Zero
• Counter-Strike: Source
• Half-Life Deathmatch
• Medal of Honor: Allied Assault
• Minecraft
• Team Fortress 2
• Valheim

Security Considerations

Common Security Mistakes

❌ Don't:

• Use simple passwords like "admin123"
• Share RCON password publicly
• Reuse passwords across servers

✅ Do:

• Use password generators for strong passwords
• Keep RCON credentials private
• Enable logging for RCON commands

Common RCON Commands

WARNING

Commands vary by game! These are examples only.

Universal Commands (Most Games)

# View server status
status

# Send message to all players
say "Server restarting in 5 minutes"

# Kick player
kick PlayerName

# Ban player
ban PlayerName

Game-Specific Commands

For full command lists, see your game's RCON guide linked above.

Troubleshooting RCON

Commands Not Working

If RCON commands fail:

• Verify command syntax for your game
• Check you have admin privileges (or that you've logged in first)
• Test with something basic like status or say test
• Review console for error messages
• See game-specific RCON guide

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