DayZ Admin Tools Compared

DayZ Admin Tools Compared

DayZ ships with no full admin menu out of the box. Kicking players, spawning items, controlling weather — all of that needs an extra tool. This guide compares the three most common options and shows when to pick which.

Quick Overview

Tool	Type	In-game GUI	Requires	Strength
BattlEye RCon (BEC, DaRT)	External (desktop)	No	RCon password in BEServer_x64.cfg	Built in, perfect for restart schedules
VPP-Admin Tools	Workshop mod	Yes, extensive	@VPPAdminTools	Most powerful GUI, free
ZomBerry Admin Tools	Workshop mod	Yes, compact	@ZomBerryAdminTools + @CF	Lightweight, fast
CFTools Cloud	External web service	Web dashboard	Account at cftools.cloud	Pro-grade with logs and shared bans

BattlEye RCon (BEC, DaRT)

What it is: Bohemia’s own remote console protocol, built into every DayZ server. You connect with a desktop client (BEC, DaRT, BattlEye Console) and send commands.

What it does:

• Kick and ban players (#kick, #ban, #shutdown)
• Send broadcasts (Say, Broadcast)
• Automate restart schedules
• Show player and admin logs

What it can’t:

• Spawn items
• Teleport players
• Change weather, time or loot

Setup:

1. Create battleye/BEServer_x64.cfg:

   RConPassword your-rcon-password
   RestrictRCon 0
   RConPort 2310

2. Download BEC (open source, GitHub)
3. In Config/Config.cfg set server IP, port (2310), password
4. Start BEC — player list, command line, schedules appear

BEC is the choice when you want stability and vendor neutrality. Restart schedules are most robust here.

VPP-Admin Tools

What it is: Workshop mod by “VanillaPlusPlus” that ships a full mouse-driven admin menu.

What it does:

• Item spawner with search and category filters
• Player list with teleport, heal, kill, ban
• Real-time weather and time control
• Free cam to scout
• Permission tiers (Admin, Moderator, Player)
• Audit logs
• ESP (player markers) for cheater hunting

Setup:

1. Subscribe on the Workshop (search VPPAdminTools)
2. In the RespawnHost panel, install as a server mod + client mod (admins need it; players don’t)
3. After first start, edit VPPAdminTools/PermissionsFramework/AdminGroups.json and add your Steam64 ID
4. In game, default hotkey Insert opens the menu

Permission example:

{
  "AdminList": ["76561198012345678"],
  "ModeratorList": []
}

VPP-Admin Tools is the default recommendation for most communities.

ZomBerry Admin Tools

What it is: Slimmer Workshop mod that works as a compact admin overlay. Depends on CF (Community Framework).

What it does:

• Item spawner (compact)
• Player list with teleport, heal, kill
• Weather and time control
• Object manipulation

What it can’t:

• Granular permission tiers (admin / mod / user)
• Detailed audit logs

Setup:

1. Add @CF and @ZomBerryAdminTools
2. First boot creates ZomBerryAdminTools/Permissions.txt
3. Add Steam64 IDs of admins, one per line
4. Restart, in game hotkey / opens the menu

ZomBerry is for when you want fast setup with fewer features.

CFTools Cloud

What it is: External web service at cftools.cloud that bundles RCon, ban lists, player tracking and server logs in one dashboard.

What it does:

• Web dashboard for RCon (no local client needed)
• Shared ban lists — detect players banned elsewhere
• Detailed player sessions, kill feed, connection logs
• Discord bot integration for player interaction
• Stats and analytics

Setup:

1. Create an account at cftools.cloud
2. In the dashboard add the server with RCon details (IP, port 2310, password)
3. Optional: install the workshop mod @CF_DayZ for deeper integration

CFTools targets larger communities that need dashboards, analytics, and shared bans. It has a free tier and paid plans.

When to Use Which

Use case	Pick
Small vanilla server, only restart schedules	BEC
Modded community server with active admins	VPP-Admin Tools
Fast setup, fewer features OK	ZomBerry
Multiple servers / big RP network	CFTools Cloud
Cheater detection with ESP	VPP-Admin Tools
Discord bot with player lookup	CFTools Cloud

Tips for Safe Admin Management

• Never share admin passwords. Use permission lists with Steam64 IDs, not passwords.
• Enable audit logs. VPP-Admin and CFTools log every admin action — proof for complaints.
• Separate roles. Moderators don’t need item spawning. Limit mod permissions to kick, ban, teleport.
• Rotate the RCon password. It sits in plaintext in BEServer_x64.cfg — change it when staff leaves.

FAQ

Question: Do I strictly need an admin tool?

No, but practically yes. Without one you can only kick via passwordAdmin over RCon. Anything more complex (items, teleports, weather) needs a mod or external software.

Question: How do I find my Steam64 ID?

Paste your profile link on steamid.io. The Steam64 ID is a 17-digit number starting with 76561198….

Question: Can the mods coexist?

VPP-Admin and ZomBerry technically can be installed together, but it’s pointless — they cover the same ground and can step on each other. Pick one.

Question: Are admin actions logged?

VPP-Admin and CFTools write detailed logs. ZomBerry and pure BEC only basic. If accountability matters, choose VPP or CFTools.

Question: Can I unban from the admin tool?

Yes, all four manage bans. With BEC you edit bans.txt, with the mods you use the GUI, with CFTools the web UI.

Question: Does RCon work behind a firewall?

On RespawnHost, port 2310 is open by default. On self-hosted setups, open the port in your firewall.

Question: Do admin tools cost players performance?

VPP and ZomBerry are designed so only admins feel the overhead (e.g. when using ESP). Regular players don’t notice.

Question: How do I prevent admin abuse in my team?

Granular permission roles, audit logs enabled, regular reviews. CFTools also offers two-factor authentication for the web dashboard.