How to Connect to Your Rust Server
How to join your Rust server via the browser, F1 console, or Steam.
Server Browser
Search by name in the in-game server browser. Filter by Modded/Community/Official.
F1 Console (Direct Connect)
Press F1, type:
client.connect IP:28015Steam Server Browser
View → Game Servers → Favorites → Add IP:28015
Rust+ Companion App
Connect via the mobile app (requires port 28082 open).
Ports
| Port | Protocol | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 28015 | UDP | Game |
| 28016 | TCP | RCON |
| 28017 | UDP | Query |
| 28082 | TCP | Rust+ app |
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