How to Set a Password on Your CS:GO Server
Password protect your CS:GO dedicated server so only invited players can join.
Open Startup
In the XGamingServer Panel, click Startup in the sidebar.
Set the password
Find the Server Password field and enter your password.
Restart
Restart from Console to apply.
Stop the server
Go to Console and stop your server.
Open server.cfg
Click Files in the sidebar and open csgo/cfg/server.cfg.
Save and start
Click Save Content and start from Console.
How Players Connect
Players connect with the password using the in-game console:
connect 123.45.67.89:27015; password "YourPassword"Related Guides
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