How to Add a Header Image to Your Rust Server

Make your Rust server unique and recognizable by adding a header image that appears on the server list. Follow this guide to add your image and make your server stand out.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Prepare Your Header Image

1. Select or create an image:
   • The image must be in PNG format with dimensions of 512x256 pixels.
   • Choose an image that represents your server well and attracts players.
2. Upload the image:
   • Upload the image to a web server or an image hosting service like Imgur, Dropbox, or Google Drive.
   • Ensure the image is publicly accessible.
3. Note the URL:
   • Copy the link to the image, e.g., http://yourdomain.com/rust_header.png.
   • If using Dropbox, add ?dl=1 to the end of the link for direct access if needed.

Step 2: Configure Your Server

1. Log in to the Game Panel:
   • Log in to your game panel via our control panel.
2. Locate server.cfg:
   • Navigate to /server/rust/cfg/ and find the file server.cfg.
   • Open the file for editing.
3. Add the header image:
   • Insert the following line into the file:
     server.headerimage "http://yourdomain.com/rust_header.png"
   • Replace http://yourdomain.com/rust_header.png with the link to your image.
4. Save the changes:
   • After adding the line, save the file.

Step 3: Restart Your Server

1. Restart the server:
   • Use the game panel to restart the server. Click "Restart" to apply the changes.
2. Verify the image:
   • Check the server list to ensure the image displays correctly.

Step 4: Troubleshooting (if needed)

• Check the URL:
  • Ensure the link to the image works by opening it in a browser.
• Review configuration files:
  • Ensure there are no conflicting settings in other configuration files within /server/rust/cfg/.
• Contact support:
  • If the issue persists, reach out to our support team for further assistance.

Important Notes

• Ensure your image meets the required dimensions and is in the correct format.
• The image must be publicly accessible to display correctly.