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Setting Admin Permissions on a Garry's Mod Server

Last updated on Feb 13, 2025

This tutorial guides you through setting up and managing admin permissions on your Garry's Mod server using ULX and ULib via the VolticHost Game Panel. Enhance your server management with proper admin configurations for a smoother gaming experience. 🚀


📌 Prerequisites

  • A Garry's Mod server purchased at VolticHost.com

  • Access to the VolticHost Game Panel

  • Admin tools installed (e.g., ULX and ULib)

  • Basic familiarity with server commands and configuration files


1️⃣ First Step - Adding Admin Users via Console

  1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel and open your server console.

  2. Use the following command to add an admin user (replace YourUsername with the actual username):

    ulx adduser YourUsername superadmin
    
  3. Verify that the command executes without errors by checking the console output.

  4. To review current admin users, run:

    ulx userlist
    
  5. Restart your server if necessary to ensure all changes are applied.

Admin user added successfully!


2️⃣ Next Step - Configuring Additional Admin Permissions

  1. Open the ULX configuration file located in the /garrysmod/config/ directory using the File Manager.

  2. Modify the configuration to customize permissions or add new admin groups. For example, add a custom group with specific commands:

    "groups"
    {
        "moderator"
        {
            "commands" "ban kick mute"
        }
    }
    
  3. Save your changes to the configuration file.

  4. Restart your server from the VolticHost Game Panel to load the updated settings.

Admin permissions configured successfully!


🎉 Conclusion

You have now successfully set up and configured admin permissions on your Garry's Mod server using the VolticHost Game Panel! Enjoy streamlined server management and enhanced control over your gaming environment. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.