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FastDL (fast download) is already set up on every FREAKHOSTING Counter-Strike: Source server. At each start the panel writes sv_downloadurl with your server’s download address, plus sv_allowdownload 1 and sv_allowupload 0, into server.cfg. Players who miss a custom map, model or sound download it from that web address instead of the slow in-game transfer. You only upload the files to your server.

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How to make players download your custom content

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Upload the files

Use Files or SFTP to upload content into the same folders the game uses: /cstrike/maps/ for .bsp maps, /cstrike/models/ and /cstrike/materials/ for models and textures, /cstrike/sound/ for sounds.
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Keep the folder structure

Keep the paths exactly as the mod’s author made them. A model in models/player/custom/ on your server is downloaded to the same path on the player’s PC.
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Tell the game to send it

Maps are sent automatically when the server loads them. Models, materials and sounds are only sent when something adds them to the download list, usually a SourceMod plugin. See custom skins.
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Test it

Change to the map or load the content, and join with a PC that doesn’t have the files. The loading screen shows the download.

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The download settings in Game settings

Because the panel writes these lines at every start, Checks may note that sv_downloadurl, sv_allowdownload or sv_allowupload is set more than once. That is expected. The last line in server.cfg is the one used.

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Can I use my own web host for FastDL?

Yes, but don’t just change the address. The panel rewrites sv_downloadurl at every start, so your own address would be replaced. If you want to use your own web host, open a ticket and ask us to change it. Your web host then needs the same folders (maps/, models/, materials/, sound/) as your server.

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Frequently asked questions

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Do I need to set up FastDL myself?

No. It is ready on every CS:S server. Upload your content to the server and the FastDL address serves it.

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Why is the download still slow?

The player’s game may be downloading from the server instead of the web address. Check that Players may download files is on and that Fast download address hasn’t been changed, then restart.

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Why can’t players download my config file?

FastDL only serves game content such as maps, models and sounds. Config files are refused on purpose.

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Do players need to download standard maps?

No. Maps that ship with Counter-Strike: Source, such as de_dust2, are already on every player’s PC.

CS:S server guide

Every CS:S page in one place.

Missing map errors

When downloads fail.

Change the map

Add custom maps.

Custom skins

Send player models to players.
Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team on our Game Panel on 31 October 2026 (Counter-Strike: Source dedicated server). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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Last Updated: October 2026