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Establishing Server Identity

Every public Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) server must be authenticated with a Game Server Login Token (GSLT). This unique identifier links the server to your Steam account, allowing Valve to verify its legitimacy and authorize it to appear within the global community server browser. Without a valid token, your server will be restricted to “LAN Only” mode, and players will be unable to join over the public internet.

Difficulty

Beginner

Time

5 Minutes

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Token Generation Workflow

Follow these steps to retrieve your unique server key from Steam.
1

Access Steam Management

Navigate to the Steam Game Server Account Manager and log in with your primary Steam account.
2

Input App Parameters

  • App ID: Enter 730 (This is the specific identifier for the Counter-Strike ecosystem).
  • Memo: Provide a descriptive name (e.g., FREAKHOSTING_CS2_01) to help you identify the token in the future.
3

Retrieve the Token

Click Create. A long string of alphanumeric characters will be generated. Copy this string precisely to your clipboard.

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Activation Procedure

Once you have your token, you must register it with your FREAKHOSTING instance.
1

Open the Game Panel

Log in to the FREAKHOSTING Game Panel and select your CS2 server.
2

Navigate to Startup

In the sidebar menu, click on Configuration and select the Startup tab.
3

Apply the GSLT Hash

Locate the field labeled Game Server Login Token (GSLT). Paste your token into this field, ensuring there are no leading or trailing spaces.
4

Initialize Authentication

Return to the Console tab and Restart your server. Monitor the logs for a confirmation message: Logging into Steam gameserver account.

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Technical Troubleshooting

If your console displays “Unable to determine local identity,” it typically indicates that the GSLT hash is incorrect or has been revoked by Valve. Double-check your character string and ensure you haven’t exceeded the maximum number of active tokens allowed on your Steam account.
Valve requires that the account generating the token is not a Limited Account. Your account must have spent at least $5.00 USD on the Steam store and must have a valid phone number linked to be eligible for public server hosting.

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Security Best Practice

Treat your GSLT token as a password. Sharing your token with third parties can allow them to impersonate your server identity. If you suspect your token has been compromised, revoke it immediately within the Steam Account Manager and generate a new one.

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Last Updated: January 2026 | CS2: Identity established.