> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.freakhosting.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Euro Truck Simulator 2 Server Hosting Guide: Convoy, Mods and Fixes

> Euro Truck Simulator 2 server hosting guide for FREAKHOSTING: Convoy dedicated server setup, config, mods, DLC, teleport, radio, traffic and fixes in one place.

This Euro Truck Simulator 2 server hosting guide lists every FREAKHOSTING help page for ETS2. Your server runs SCS Software's Convoy dedicated server. In the Game Panel you set **Lobby name**, **Max Players** and **Steam Auth token** on **Startup**. Everything else, such as the password, moderators and traffic, is in `server_config.sii`, which you edit in **Files**. New here? Start with [getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/getting-started-with-your-euro-truck-simulator-2-server.md).

| Fact | Value |
| - | - |
| Server type | SCS Convoy dedicated server (Euro Truck Simulator 2 Dedicated Server) |
| Panel settings | **Startup**: **Auto update**, **Query port** (read only), **Steam Auth token**, **Lobby name**, **Max Players** |
| Config folder | `.local/share/Euro Truck Simulator 2` in **Files** |
| Main config file | `server_config.sii` |
| Players per session | Up to 8 (the SCS limit) |
| DLC and mods | Set by `server_packages.sii` and `server_packages.dat`, exported from your own game |
| Default ports | 27015 (connection) and 27016 (query) |

> [!NOTE]
>
> Some topics happen **in your own game**, not on the server: teleporting, the developer console, custom radio, single-player traffic density and save editing. Those pages say so at the top.

## Most asked

1. [Teleport in ETS2](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/creating-a-teleport-hack-developer-console.md): turn on the console and use `goto` (game).
2. [Add custom radio stations](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/adding-custom-radio-streams.md): edit `live_streams.sii` (game).
3. [Change AI traffic density](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/configuring-ai-traffic-density.md): `g_traffic` from 0 to 10 (game), `traffic` on the server.
4. [Save editing](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/safe-save-editing-for-multiplayer.md): readable saves with `g_save_format` (game).
5. [Convoy dedicated server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/how-to-set-up-a-dedicated-convoy-server-ets2.md): how your server works and how friends join.
6. [Max players](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/increasing-convoy-max-players.md): why the limit is 8.
7. [ProMods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/installing-promods.md): run the map mod on your server.
8. [Mods on the server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/managing-mods-for-ets2-server.md): export server packages.

## Start here

> **[Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/getting-started-with-your-euro-truck-simulator-2-server.md)**
>
> Name, password, start and join.

> **[Convoy dedicated server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/how-to-set-up-a-dedicated-convoy-server-ets2.md)**
>
> What it is and how friends join.

> **[Log in to the Game Panel](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-login-and-access-the-game-panel.md)**
>
> Open your server.

## Game Panel guides

> **[server\_config.sii explained](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/ets2-server-config-sii-explained.md)**
>
> Every setting, default and limit.

> **[Set a password](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/how-to-set-a-password-on-your-ets2-server.md)**
>
> Make your session private.

> **[Steam logon token](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/how-to-set-a-steam-logon-token-for-your-ets2-server.md)**
>
> Keep the same search ID.

> **[Export server packages](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/how-to-export-server-packages-for-ets2.md)**
>
> DLC and mods for your server.

> **[Mods on the server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/managing-mods-for-ets2-server.md)**
>
> Required and optional mods.

> **[DLC on the server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/handling-missing-dlcs.md)**
>
> Map DLC and players who don't own it.

> **[ProMods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/installing-promods.md)**
>
> Run ProMods in Convoy.

## Commands and settings

> **[Teleport and developer console](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/creating-a-teleport-hack-developer-console.md)**
>
> `goto` and Ctrl+F9.

> **[Console commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/ets2-developer-console-commands.md)**
>
> Useful developer commands.

> **[AI traffic density](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/configuring-ai-traffic-density.md)**
>
> `g_traffic` and server traffic.

> **[Max players](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/increasing-convoy-max-players.md)**
>
> The 8-player limit.

> **[Moderators and commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/admin-commands-and-moderation.md)**
>
> `moderator_list` and chat commands.

> **[Hardcore convoy settings](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/disabling-gps-and-hardcore-mode.md)**
>
> Speed limiter, damage, collisions.

## Guides and tips

> **[Custom radio streams](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/adding-custom-radio-streams.md)**
>
> Add your own stations.

> **[Save editing](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/safe-save-editing-for-multiplayer.md)**
>
> Edit your profile safely.

> **[World of Trucks in Convoy](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/world-of-trucks-events-on-dedicated-servers.md)**
>
> Online jobs on a convoy server.

## Troubleshooting

> **[Not showing in the Convoy list](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/ets2-server-not-showing-in-convoy-list.md)**
>
> Find your session.

> **[Won't start or settings reset](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/ets2-server-wont-start-or-config-resets.md)**
>
> Logs and common causes.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many players can join my ETS2 server?

Up to 8. SCS limits a Convoy dedicated server to 8 players, and the game keeps `max_players` at 8 even if you enter more. See [max players](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/increasing-convoy-max-players.md).

### Do I need to own Euro Truck Simulator 2 to run the server?

No. SCS says the dedicated server runs without owning the game or its DLC. You need the game to export `server_packages` and to play, and to create a Steam logon token.

### Can I use mods and DLC on my ETS2 server?

Yes. Export `server_packages.sii` and `server_packages.dat` from your game with the DLC and mods you want, then upload them to the config folder. See [export server packages](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/euro-truck-simulator-2/how-to-export-server-packages-for-ets2.md).

### Is this the same as TruckersMP?

No. Your server is SCS's own Convoy mode, which is built into the game. TruckersMP is a separate multiplayer mod with its own servers.

## Related guides

> **[Startup variables](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-configure-startup-variables.md)**
>
> Lobby name, Max Players and token.

> **[File Manager](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-file-manager.md)**
>
> Edit `server_config.sii`.

> **[Start, stop and restart](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-start-stop-and-restart-your-game-server.md)**
>
> Apply your changes.

> **[Backups](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-create-and-restore-backups.md)**
>
> Save your config.

***

> [!NOTE]
>
> **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 30 October 2026 (Euro Truck Simulator 2 dedicated server 1.61s), and checked against SCS Software's [dedicated server documentation](https://modding.scssoft.com/wiki/Documentation/Tools/Dedicated_Server). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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>
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**Last Updated:** October 2026


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