How to Change Name of Garry's Mod Server

This article will go over how to edit the name of a GMod server displayed in the server browser.

Here's an example of what it looks like:
The name of your GMod server is changed by changing the hostname parameter in server.cfg.

Changing the Name On A Garry's Mod Server

To change the name of a GMod server:

Log into your server hosting environment and select the desired server.

Stop the server.

Go to the file manager.

Navigate to the config file at /home/container/garrysmod/cfg/server.cfg. If server.cfg is not there, create it.

Open the file in the text editor to modify it.

In a new line, add hostname "new name" (Where new name is the desired server name that you want to add). The name needs to be in quotation marks or it won't work.

Save content after editing.

Restart the server so the config file can take effect.

You can also change this value in the Startup menu if you wish.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not saving the file after it's modified.

Not putting the hostname in quotes.

Not restarting the Garry's Mod server.

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By: Julian T.

Updated on: 20/01/2025