Summary
Enabling the whitelist on a Raft dedicated server ensures that only authorized players can join the game, providing a controlled and secure environment. The whitelist helps prevent griefing, trolling, and other disruptive behaviors from unwanted participants. Additionally, it enhances the overall gaming experience by maintaining a trusted community of players.
How to Whitelist on a Raft Dedicated Server (RDS)
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Stop the server.
3. Go to the Config Files tab and select Raft Server Config.
4. On the Enable Whitelist field, choose Enabled from the dropdown.
5. Go to the Files tab.
6. Open the data folder.
7. Open the whitelist.json file.
8. Enter the desired SteamID64s within the square brackets separated by a comma. Learn how to find the SteamID here.
9. Press the Save button.
10. Start the server.