How to Host a Euro Truck Simulator 2 Server – Step-by-Step Guide for Drivers & Fleet Owners

If you're ready to build a convoy, manage a virtual trucking company, explore Europe with friends, or host a large community driving experience, hosting your own Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) server is the perfect solution. Customize your world, enable mods, sync convoys, manage rules, and create a driving environment tailored to your group.

This guide explains how to host your own ETS2 server and why Citadel Servers is an excellent partner for keeping your convoy running smoothly.

Step 1: Choose a Reliable Hosting Provider

Euro Truck Simulator 2’s Convoy mode and dedicated server system benefit greatly from strong performance—especially when running large groups, high traffic density, or multiple mods.

Performance: High-frequency CPUs and NVMe SSD storage ensure smooth AI traffic processing, stable synchronization, and fast map loading—critical for large convoys or mod-heavy servers.

Network Quality: Low-latency connections provide smooth multiplayer driving, reliable sync between trucks, accurate physics, and stable long-distance gameplay.

Ease of Management: A clean control panel allows you to configure Convoy settings, mods, server rules, and startup parameters with ease.

Support Availability: 24/7 technical support ensures assistance is always available—helpful for modded fleets, map packs, and multiplayer setup troubleshooting.

Citadel Servers delivers all of this, providing the stability and low latency required for smooth convoys and long-haul community play.

Step 2: Order Your Hosting Plan

Setting up your ETS2 server is fast and simple:

1. Go to the Euro Truck Simulator 2 hosting page.

2. Choose how many player slots you want.

3. Pick your server location closest to your player base for the best ping.

4. Select any extras, like process priority, premium support, etc.

5. Proceed to checkout — once payment is confirmed, your server deploys automatically.

You’ll receive an email with your control panel login details and connection info within minutes.

Step 3: Configure Your Server

Once deployed, you can fully customize your ETS2 dedicated server:

- Follow our Quick Start Guide

Then tune your world and convoy settings:

Set your server name, description, password, and admin credentials.

Adjust Convoy settings such as:

Traffic behavior and density

Damage rules

Collisions on/off

Time synchronization

Economy syncing

Enable or disable mods, or upload them via FTP/SFTP.

Configure map expansions and DLC content (all players must match).

Adjust auto-save intervals, logs, and server rules.

Manage permissions, whitelist/blacklist, and player access.

Edit configuration files like server_config.sii directly through the control panel for advanced customization.

Citadel’s Control Panel makes everything easy for both beginners and experienced convoy managers.

Step 4: Launch and Play

Once your settings are complete, start your ETS2 server with one click.

Players can join your Convoy session directly through the in-game browser or by entering your server password and connection details.

From the Citadel Control Panel, you can monitor players, adjust settings, review logs, manage saves, restart the server, or apply new changes whenever needed.

Why Host with Citadel Servers

Hosting your Euro Truck Simulator 2 server with Citadel Servers gives you the reliability, performance, and customization essential for running smooth convoys, realistic trucking operations, or large multiplayer communities.

What Makes Us Stand Out

Instant Setup: Your ETS2 server deploys immediately—start your convoy within minutes.

High-Performance Hardware: Powerful CPUs and NVMe SSD storage ensure smooth traffic AI, fast map loading, and stable multiplayer sync.

Global Data Centers: Choose from worldwide locations for optimal ping and smooth convoy driving.

Full Access & Mod Freedom: Upload and configure any ETS2 mods, including truck packs, sound mods, UI mods, and map expansions.

One-Click Mod Manager: Install, update, and manage supported Workshop mods easily.

Automated Backups & Easy Restarts: Protect your server data and maintain smooth operation with routine backups and restarts.

24/7 Expert Support: Our team is always available to assist with setup, mods, DLC issues, optimization, and troubleshooting.

Your fleet deserves a stable, high-performance foundation—and Citadel Servers delivers everything needed for a smooth and enjoyable ETS2 multiplayer experience.

Order Your Euro Truck Simulator 2 Server Now