Setting Up Automated Welcome Messages and Server Rules in Rust

Creating automated welcome messages and rule enforcement ensures that new players understand your server guidelines immediately upon joining. This is helpful for PvP, PvE, and roleplay servers where clear communication is important.

This guide will walk you through configuring automated welcome messages, server rules, and chat notifications using VolticHost Game Panel.

📌 Prerequisites

A Rust server purchased at VolticHost.com
Access to VolticHost Game Panel
Oxide/uMod installed for message automation

1️⃣ Install the Welcome Messages Plugin

Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.
Navigate to Mod Manager and install Oxide (uMod).
Download Welcome Messages from uMod.
Upload the WelcomeMessages.cs file to:
```
/oxide/plugins/
```
Restart the server to activate the plugin.

✅ Your server will now send automated welcome messages!

2️⃣ Customize the Welcome Message

Navigate to File Manager in VolticHost Game Panel.
Open:
```
/oxide/config/WelcomeMessages.json
```

Modify the welcome message:

{
    "WelcomeText": "Welcome to Rust Paradise! Be sure to read the rules: discord.gg/example",
    "ShowOnJoin": true
}

Click Save File and restart the server.

✅ New players now see a welcome message upon joining!

3️⃣ Automate Server Rules in Chat

To display server rules every 30 minutes:

Download Timed Execute from uMod.
Upload the TimedExecute.cs file to:
```
/oxide/plugins/
```
Open:
```
/oxide/config/TimedExecute.json
```

Add an automated rule message:

{
    "Commands": [
        {
            "Time": "30m",
            "Command": "say ⚠️ Server Rules: No cheating, No griefing, Respect admins."
        }
    ]
}

Click Save File and restart the server.

✅ Server rules will now be posted in chat automatically!

4️⃣ Restart the Server to Apply Changes

Navigate to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel.
Click Stop to shut down the server.
Wait a few seconds, then click Start to relaunch the server with automated messages.

✅ Your Rust server now displays welcome messages and server rules automatically!

🎉 Conclusion

You've successfully set up automated welcome messages and server rule notifications using VolticHost Game Panel! Players are now instantly informed about server guidelines, improving the player experience. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.