You decide which services we may enable for analytics, personalization, and external content.
We use cookies and similar technologies on our website to personalize content, embed external media, and better understand how individual areas are used.
Necessary cookies
These entries support essential functions such as security, stability, and form processing.
Optional sections
Your data may be processed with your consent or on the basis of legitimate interests. In the cookie settings, you can reject or explicitly allow each optional category.
Some services process personal data in third countries. By consenting, you also agree to this transfer. You can find more information in our Privacy Policy.
You can reopen and change your selection at any time. · 1.0.2
Learn how to authenticate and secure your dedicated game servers with a Steam Game Server Login Token for better visibility and protection → Find out more
A GSLT (Game Server Login Token) is a login token required by Steam/Valve to run dedicated servers for certain games. It is linked to a Steam account and ensures that the server is properly authenticated.
Without a valid GSLT, affected servers may not appear in the public server list or be able to use VAC protection.
FAQ
STEAM_GSLT). Then save your changes and restart the server.Feedback
Was this article helpful?
Your feedback helps us prioritize and improve content.
0 of 0 Users found this article helpful.
Personal support
Need more help than the guide provides?
Our ZAP support team knows your product — briefly describe your issue and we'll help you personally.
Zappy knows this guide and answers you right in the chat.
Navigation
To use a Game Server Login Token (GSLT), your Steam account must not be restricted, banned, or community-banned. It must be linked to a verified phone, and you must own the game you want to host. You can create up to 1000 tokens per account.
Please note that you are fully responsible for your tokens. If a token is misused or banned, you may permanently lose access to the linked game. Never share your tokens with anyone, and if you do, delete them immediately. If your Steam password is reset, all tokens will be automatically regenerated. Tokens that have not been used for a long time expire, but can be recreated at any time.
To create a Game Server Login Token, sign in with your Steam account and open Steam Game Server Account Management.
After signing in, you can create a new token using the form displayed on the page. In the App ID field, enter the App ID 300, which belongs to Day of Defeat: Source. Make sure you enter the correct ID, as the token will not work with an incorrect ID.
In the Memo field, you can add a description of your choice. This will help you identify the token's purpose later, such as the server's name or role. After entering both values, click Create to generate the token. The token will then be displayed and can be used in your server's startup configuration.
You now need to add the login token to your server configuration. To do this, open the Configuration tab in your game server's management panel and select the Startup Parameters category. Enter the token in the Steam GSLT field (STEAM_GSLT), save the changes, and restart your server.
Running multiple Day of Defeat: Source servers If you run multiple Day of Defeat: Source servers, you need a separate GSLT for each server. It is not possible to run multiple game servers with just one GSLT.
Your GSLT has been created and added to your server configuration. If you have any other questions or need help, our support team is available every day! 🙂
© 2026 ZAP-Hosting GmbH
Preferred source on Google
