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How to Add a Password on a Counter-Strike 2 Server

Guide: How to Change the Password on Your Counter Strike 2 Server


Boost your CS2 server security by changing the password. This simple guide shows easy steps for better control. Let's do it!


  1. Prepare Your New Password:
  • Decide on a strong and secure new password adhering to recommended security practices.


  1. Access Server Files:
  • Navigate to the Files tab within your server control panel or use an FTP client such as FileZilla or Winscp to access your server files.
  • Find the game/csgo/cfg directory.


  1. Locate Configuration File:
  • Search for the configuration file holding server password information, named server.cfg. Create it if it doesn't exist.


  1. Edit Server Password:
  • Open the configuration file using a text editor. Add or edit the line: sv_password "YOURPASSWORD" within double quotes.


Setting password in server.cfg for CS2 server


  1. Save Changes and Restart Server:
  • Save your changes, return to your server control panel and restart your CS2 server. Allow the server sufficient time to initiate fully.


  1. Verify the New Password:
  • After the restart, connect to your CS2 server using the new password with the command: ``connect IP:27015; password YOURPASSWORD``.


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Updated on: 22/05/2024

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