0, the server never logs in to Steam and isn’t listed. Also keep sv_lan 0 in csgo/cfg/server.cfg. You can always skip the list: type connect 203.0.113.10:27015 in the CS:GO console, using your own address.
Quick checks
How to make your CS:GO server show in the list
1
Add a valid GSLT
Paste your token into Steam Account Token on Startup. See add a GSLT.
2
Check sv_lan
Open Files, go to
csgo/cfg/server.cfg and make sure it says sv_lan 0. sv_lan 1 limits the server to LAN players.3
Restart
Restart the server. Then type
status in the console and check it’s no longer disconnected from Steam3.4
Search by name
Look for the name set in
hostname in server.cfg. A clear, unique name is easier to find.Join without the server list
Use the IP and port shown at the top of your server in the Game Panel, not the example address.
Frequently asked questions
Why can friends join by IP but not find my server?
The server is running but not listed. The usual cause is a missing or invalid GSLT. Check Steam Account Token and thestatus output.
Can CS2 players see my CS:GO server?
No. CS2 and CS:GO are separate games. Players need the standalone CS:GO app (App ID 4465480). See CS:GO legacy vs CS2.Does a password hide my server from the list?
No. A password only stops people joining without it. See set a password.Related guides
CS:GO server guide
Every CS:GO page in one place.
Add a GSLT
The token your server needs.
Stuck on Starting
Fix a server that never comes online.
server.cfg explained
sv_lan, sv_region and sv_tags.
Network
Your server’s IP and port.
Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team on our Game Panel on 3 November 2026 (Counter-Strike: Global Offensive legacy, version 1.38.8.1). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.
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Last Updated: November 2026