> ## Documentation Index
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# How to Join Your Garry’s Mod Server

> Once your Garry’s Mod server is up and running, joining it is easy. You and your friends can connect directly using the IP address or through Steam’s server browser. ✅

## ⛏️ 1. Get Your Server IP and Port

* ➡️ Log into your game panel and select your GMod server
* ➡️ Look for the **IP address** and **port** on the server dashboard

✔️ Example: `123.45.67.89:27015`

## ➕ 2. Use Direct Connect in GMod

* ➡️ Launch Garry’s Mod
* ➡️ Press `~` (tilde) to open the console
* ➡️ Type: `connect your.ip.goes.here:27015` and press Enter

✔️ This is the fastest way to join private servers or those not listed publicly.

## ➖ 3. Add to Favorites in Steam Server Browser

* ➡️ Open Steam
* ➡️ Go to **View > Servers**
* ➡️ Click the **Favorites** tab
* ➡️ Click **Add a Server** and enter your server IP and port
* ➡️ Once added, right-click the entry and choose **Connect**

✔️ You can keep your server saved here for quick access anytime. ⏰

## ⚠️ Common Connection Issues

* ❌ Make sure your server is running and not password-protected (unless you gave out the password)
* ❌ If your IP changes often, consider using a static IP or domain
* ✔️ Ensure required content (like CS:S or workshop addons) is installed to avoid errors

➡️ Having trouble connecting? Reach out or submit a support ticket — we’ll help you join your server quickly. ✔️