Oxide or Carbon
Pick a modding framework, then search uMod and install, update or remove plugins without FTP.
Game server hosting
Rust server hosting
Run a vanilla, modded or community Rust server with the tools admins actually use: uMod plugins in one click, permissions, scheduled wipes and a live map, all from your IronVault client area.
- From $20/mo on Plus
- Live in about a minute
- Chicago, USA data centre
- Free migration
Why IronVault
Built for Rust admins.
Permissions & players
Manage groups and permissions, see who is online, and kick or ban from the browser.
Wipes on schedule
Map and blueprint wipes, seed and size changes, and restart warnings that reach players first.
Live map & Discord
A live player map for staff, and Warden for a chat bridge, kill logs and Steam linking in Discord.
Plans
Rust server plans.
We recommend Plus for most Rust servers. No setup fees, cancel anytime, and longer billing cycles save up to 15%.
Mini
$5/mo
Billed monthly · save up to 15% yearly
Light games and small vanilla worlds.
- 1 vCPU · 2 GB RAM
- 20 GB NVMe
- Up to 10 players
- Daily backups
- DDoS protection
Lite
$10/mo
Billed monthly · save up to 15% yearly
Small friend groups and vanilla worlds.
- 2 vCPU · 4 GB RAM
- 40 GB NVMe
- Up to 20 players
- Daily backups
- DDoS protection
Plus
$20/mo
Billed monthly · save up to 15% yearly
Modded packs and busy community servers.
- 4 vCPU · 8 GB RAM
- 100 GB NVMe
- Up to 80 players
- One-click modpacks
- Free subdomain + MySQL
Pro
$30/mo
Billed monthly · save up to 15% yearly
ARK, big Rust maps and heavier modpacks.
- 6 vCPU · 12 GB RAM
- 150 GB NVMe
- Up to 120 players
- Query + RCON ports
- Free subdomain + MySQL
Max
$40/mo
Billed monthly · save up to 15% yearly
Networks, heavy mods and large populations.
- 8 vCPU · 16 GB RAM
- 250 GB NVMe
- Unlimited slots
- Query + RCON ports
- Priority support
Sizing
Which plan fits your Rust server?
Our estimate of the memory a Rust server uses, and the smallest plan that covers it. Heavy modpacks can need double.
Rust is heavy on memory: a fresh map needs around 8 GB before anyone joins, and usage grows as bases go up through the wipe. Plus fits community servers up to 80 players; pick Pro (12 GB) for big maps and high population, or Max for heavy plugin stacks on top.
Networking
Rust ports.
The game's default ports are below. Your server gets its own ports, already open, and its address shows in your client area the moment it is built.
| Default port | Protocol | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| 28015 | UDP | Game port |
| 28016 | TCP | RCON (WebRCON) |
| 28082 | TCP | Rust+ companion app (optional) |
Included with every Rust server
- DDoS protectionAlways-on filtering at the network edge
- Instant setupAutomatic provisioning after payment
- Automatic backupsScheduled snapshots with one-click restore
- Task schedulerRestarts, commands and backups on a timer
- File manager & SFTPEdit in the browser or with your own tools
- Sub-usersGive staff access with their own permissions
- Free migrationWe move your existing server for you
- 24/7 supportReal people on Discord and tickets
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much RAM does a Rust server need?
Plan on at least 8 GB for a standard map with a modest plugin list. Large maps, 100+ players or heavy plugins push towards 12 GB late in a wipe, which is what Pro and Max are for.
Can I schedule wipes?
Yes. Rust tools in the client area handle map and blueprint wipes, the map seed and size, and timed restarts with in-game warnings.
Do you support Oxide (uMod) and Carbon?
Both. Choose the framework in server options; plugins install from uMod into the right folder for whichever one you run.
Is there a Discord bot for my Rust server?
Yes. Warden, built by our team, adds a chat bridge, kill logs, Steam linking, map votes and wipe announcements. Running a console server? Warden Console covers Xbox and PlayStation.
Can I upgrade or cancel later?
Yes. Upgrade in place without losing your files, and cancel any time from your client area. Longer billing cycles save up to 15%.
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