How do my players actually connect to my GMod server?
Your connect address is on the Server Vitals page, in the form <id>.play.zerosrp.co.uk:27015.
The easiest way for players to join is through the in-game multiplayer menu: Add a Server, then paste the address. Once added, it stays in their favourites for future sessions.
Players can also connect via the developer console with connect <address>. This is often faster for repeat testing during setup.
If a player cannot connect despite the server showing online, check the players-cant-connect troubleshooting article; it covers the most common causes (wrong port, Workshop content not finishing download, and similar).
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