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title: How to Ban, Unban, and Mute Players
description: Learn how to ban, unban, and mute players who join your SCUM dedicated server.
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# How to Ban, Unban, and Mute Players

Learn how to ban, unban, and mute players who join your SCUM dedicated server.

Running a Scum dedicated server gives you the authority to shape your server's community and maintain order. Whether you're moderating behavior or removing disruptive players, having the right admin tools is essential. Fortunately, Scum provides simple in-game commands to **ban**, **unban**, **kick**, **mute**, and **unmute** players.

## How to Ban, Unban, and Mute Players in *Scum*

You will need to first be an Admin of your Server. If you have not done so, we have a guide on how to do that: [How To Become An Admin](/support/games/scum/how-to-become-an-admin)

### Banning a Player

1. Make sure you’re logged in as an admin in-game.
2. Open the chat console by pressing **T**.
3. Use the command:

  ```
  #Ban <SteamID64>
  ```

  Replace `<SteamID64>` with the player's actual 17-digit Steam ID.

  **Example:**

  ```
  #Ban 76561198012345678
  ```

This command kicks the player immediately and blocks them from reconnecting until they are unbanned.

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### Unbanning a Player

1. While in-game as admin, open the chat with **T**.
2. Use the command:

  ```
  #Unban <SteamID64>
  ```

  Replace `<SteamID64>` with the previously banned player’s ID.

  **Example:**

  ```
  #Unban 76561198012345678
  ```

This lifts the ban, allowing the player to rejoin the server.

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### Muting a Player

1. While logged in as admin, press **T** to open the chat.
2. Type the command:

  ```
  #Mute <Player>
  ```

  Replace `<Player>` with the player’s in-game name or ID.

  **Example:**

  ```
  #Mute JohnDoe
  ```

This prevents the player from sending chat messages to other players, but they can continue playing.

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### UnMute a Player

1. Open the chat with **T** as an admin.
2. Use the command:

  ```
  #UnMute <Player>
  ```

  Replace `<Player>` with the muted player's in-game name or ID.

  **Example:**

  ```
  #UnMute JohnDoe
  ```

This re-enables chat for the muted player.

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### Kicking a Player

1. As admin, open chat with **T**.
2. Use this command:

  ```
  #Kick <Player>
  ```

  **Example:**

  ```
  #Kick TroubleMaker
  ```

This disconnects the player from the server, but they can rejoin unless banned.

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## Conclusion

Moderating your *Scum* server doesn't have to be difficult. With just a few simple commands, you can ban and unban troublemakers, mute or unmute disruptive players, and maintain a fun, respectful environment for everyone. Whether you're running a PvP battlefield or a peaceful RP server, knowing how to use these admin tools is essential for keeping your community running smoothly.

Now you’ve got the command knowledge—use it wisely, survivor!