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title: How to Become an Admin
description: Learn to become and configure admins for your SCUM dedicated server.
source: "https://nodecraft.com/support/games/scum/how-to-become-an-admin"
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published: "2025-12-15T16:18:23.619Z"
updated: "2025-12-15T16:18:23.578Z"
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# How to Become an Admin

Learn to become and configure admins for your SCUM dedicated server.

Running a Scum dedicated server gives you complete control over the gameplay environment, allowing you to enforce rules, manage players, and customize experiences. One of the first steps in managing your server is configuring **admin access**.

**Note: Be sure that your SCUM server is fully stopped before making any configuration changes or setting updates!**

## Adding Admins

1. Navigate to your SCUM servers’ dashboard.
2. Locate and click the **Server Files** option on the left side of your Control Panel.
3. Go to this path:

  `/SCUM/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/`
4. Inside the `WindowsServer` folder, look for a file named `AdminUsers.ini`.
5. If it doesn't exist, **create a new file** named `AdminUsers.ini`  
  ![The AdminUsers.ini file for a SCUM dedicated server within Nodecraft's Control Panel](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/1898x648/6a87fe1406/adminuser-ini-file.png/m/1000x0/smart)
6. Visit [https://steamid.net/](https://steamid.net) to find and copy your **Steam64 ID** (a 17-digit number).
7. Open the `AdminUsers.ini` file and Paste your **Steam64 ID** on a new line.
8. To add more admins, **add one Steam64 ID per line**.

  **Example:**

```
76561198012345678
76561198087654321
```

9. Save and close the `AdminUsers.ini` file.

10. Start your *Scum* dedicated server so the changes take effect.

11. Launch *Scum* and join your server.

12. Press **T** to open the chat box.

13. Type an admin command, such as `#ListPlayers` to test if admin rights are working.

## Conclusion

Setting up admin access in Scum is quick and easy—just add each player's **Steam64 ID** to the `AdminUsers.ini` file, and you're ready to go. With admin permissions, you’ll be able to manage gameplay, enforce rules, and keep your server running smoothly. Use your powers wisely and enjoy shaping your own survival experience!