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# How to Install Oxide/uMod on Rust Server

> Step-by-step guide to installing Oxide (uMod) plugin framework on your Rust server. Learn installation, configuration, and plugin management for enhanced gameplay features.

uMod (formerly Oxide) is the plugin framework for Rust servers that enables custom features, admin tools, and enhanced gameplay.

## Installation

**berrybyte Customers:**

1. Login to [game.berrybyte.net](https://game.berrybyte.net)
2. Go to **Startup** tab
3. Enable "Oxide/uMod" setting
4. Restart server

**Manual Installation:**

1. Download latest uMod from [umod.org](https://umod.org/games/rust)
2. Stop your server
3. Extract and copy files to server root directory
4. Start server and verify with `oxide.version` command

## Basic Setup

**Important Directories:**

* `oxide/config/` - Plugin configurations
* `oxide/plugins/` - Installed plugins
* `oxide/logs/` - Error logs

**Essential Commands:**

* `oxide.grant user STEAMID64 admin` - Grant admin permissions
* `oxide.group add vip` - Create permission group
* `oxide.usergroup add STEAMID64 vip` - Add user to group

## Installing Plugins

1. Download plugins from [umod.org/plugins](https://umod.org/plugins)
2. Upload `.cs` files to `oxide/plugins/` folder
3. Plugins load automatically
4. Configure in `oxide/config/` if needed

## Popular Plugins

**Admin Tools:** Admin Hammer, Vanish, God Mode\
**Player Features:** Teleportation, Kits, Economics\
**Quality of Life:** Auto Door Close, Stack Size Controller, Gather Manager

See our **[Popular Plugins](/games/rust/popular-plugins)** guide for more.

## Common Commands

* `oxide.version` - Check uMod version
* `oxide.reload PluginName` - Reload plugin
* `oxide.show perms` - List permissions
* `oxide.show groups` - List permission groups

## Frequently Asked Questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Does uMod affect server performance?">
    uMod has minimal impact, but plugins can affect performance. Monitor usage and limit to essential plugins.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I install plugins without restarting?">
    Most plugins load automatically when uploaded to the plugins folder.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="uMod won't load - what's wrong?">
    Check file permissions, verify installation files, review server logs, and ensure Rust server is updated.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Plugins not working properly?">
    Check plugin compatibility, review error logs in oxide/logs/, verify permissions, and try reloading the plugin.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I update uMod?">
    Download latest version and repeat installation process. Plugins and configs are preserved.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related Guides

* [Popular Plugins](/games/rust/popular-plugins) - Best plugins
* [Admin Commands](/games/rust/admin-commands) - Server management
* [Setup Rust Server](/games/rust/setup-server) - Server setup

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