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# How to Manage the Server Blacklist in Assetto Corsa

> Maintain a clean racing environment. Learn how to manage permanent bans, identify SteamID64s, and update the server blacklist in Assetto Corsa.

## Server Access Control

Maintaining a respectful and safe racing environment is important for any community. If a player is disruptive, intentionally causes collisions, or violates your server's rules, you can permanently restrict their access by adding them to the server's blacklist. This ensures that only fair drivers populate your grid.

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## The Blacklist File

Unlike modern titles that use usernames for bans, Assetto Corsa identifies players strictly by their unique SteamID64. This ensures that a player cannot bypass a ban simply by changing their display name.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Locate the File">
    In the [Game Panel](https://panel.freakhosting.com) File Manager, find the `blacklist.txt` file in your server's root directory.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add the Player ID">
    Open the file and add one **SteamID64** per line.

    * *Example:* `76561198000000000`
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save Your Changes">
    Click **Save Content** to update the list.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Reinstating Access (Unbanning)

To allow a previously banned player to return to your server, follow these simple steps.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Modify blacklist.txt">
    Open the file and delete the specific line containing the player's SteamID64.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Refresh Server Memory">
    **Important:** The server loads the blacklist into RAM at startup. You must **Restart** the server from the Console tab for the removal to take effect.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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<Note>
  ### Real-Time Moderation

  If you are currently in the server and authenticated as an administrator, you can execute the `/ban <player_name>` or `/kick <player_name>` commands directly via the in-game chat console. Commands executed in-game will automatically update the `blacklist.txt` file for you.
</Note>

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  **Last Updated:** January 2026 | **Moderation:** Safe and fair racing.
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