Fix Rust Server Not Showing in the Server Browser
server not showingnot in modded tabcan't find serverA Rust server that won't show is usually ports, or it's in a different browser tab than you're looking (modded vs community). Here's the fix.
Open the ports
Rust uses the game port plus a query port (and RCON if used):
28015/udp game
28017/tcp RCON (optional)
28016 query (Rust+ app, optional)Look in the right tab
A modded server (Oxide/Carbon) appears in the Modded tab, not Community or Official. Players filtering Community won't see it. Make sure people look in the right tab — or connect directly.
Set server tags & description
Browser filters use server.tags, server.description and the server name. Aggressive filters can hide a server with no tags. Set sensible tags so it surfaces in searches.
Connect directly
Press F1 for the console and connect by IP:
client.connect server-ip:28015After a wipe/restart, the server can take a few minutes to (re)appear. If ports are open, wait or connect by IP.
Open 28015/udp, look in the Modded tab, set server.tags, and use F1 "client.connect ip:port" to join.
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Frequently asked questions
What ports does a Rust server use?
UDP 28015 for the game, plus TCP 28017 for RCON and 28016 for the Rust+ query if you use them. The game port must be open and forwarded to list and connect.
Why is my modded Rust server not showing?
Modded servers appear in the Modded browser tab, not Community. Players need to look there. Also check the game port is open and set server tags so filters don't hide it.
How do I connect to a Rust server by IP?
Press F1 to open the console and type: client.connect server-ip:28015. This works even when the server isn't showing in the browser yet.
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