How do I get my Server to be VAC Secure?

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Article ID: 6911-PLXV-6818 FAQ ID: 151 Created: October 13th, 2008

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Enabling VAC security requires a different process for the different types of dedicated servers.

Steam Dedicated Servers

The process for enabling VAC security is the same for Steam Half-Life Dedicated Servers and Steam Source Dedicated Servers.

Launch your Steam Dedicated Server from the Steam Tools tab.
Make sure the Secure (Valve Anti-Cheat) checkbox is checked.
Start the server.

Standalone Dedicated Servers

VAC Security is enabled by default for Standalone Dedicated Servers. To turn VAC security OFF for your Standalone Dedicated server add -insecure to your launch switches.

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