{"id":6537,"date":"2026-07-29T21:47:23","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T21:47:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/?p=6537"},"modified":"2026-07-29T21:47:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T21:47:25","slug":"rust-force-wipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/rust-force-wipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Rust Force Wipe Schedule: Dates, Times &#038; BP Wipes Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Rust is a game that thrives on competition, survival, and strategy. One of the most crucial aspects of the game is the wipe schedule, which resets the world, bringing fresh opportunities and challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a veteran player or new to Rust, understanding the force wipe schedule and how it affects gameplay is essential. 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.quick-nav-container a:hover::before,\n  .quick-nav-container a:focus::before {\n    transform: translateX(2px);\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"quick-nav-container\" role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Page quick links\">\n  <div class=\"quick-nav-title\">On This Page<\/div>\n  <ul>\n    <li><a href=\"#what-is-a-rust-force-wipe\">What Is a Rust Force Wipe?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#when-does-rust-force-wipe-servers\">When Does Rust Force Wipe Servers?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#what-is-a-bp-wipe-blueprint-wipe\">What Is a BP Wipe (Blueprint Wipe)?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#how-do-force-wipes-affect-gameplay\">How Do Force Wipes Affect Gameplay?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#how-to-prepare-for-a-rust-force-wipe\">How to Prepare for a Rust Force Wipe<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#private-servers-and-wipe-schedules\">Private Servers and Wipe Schedules<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#rust-wipe-times-by-region\">Rust Wipe Times by Region<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-05.webp\" alt=\"What Is a Rust Force Wipe\" class=\"wp-image-32099\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-05.webp\" data-full-size=\"1024x1536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-05.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-05-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-05-683x1024.webp 683w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-05-768x1152.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-is-a-rust-force-wipe'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Rust Force Wipe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A force wipe in Rust is a complete reset of all official <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/best-rust-servers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">servers<\/a>, clearing all player progress, buildings, and inventories. This wipe is mandatory and affects every player in the game, ensuring that all official servers start fresh at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Force wipes are different from server-specific wipes, which private server admins can schedule at their discretion. In official servers, the force wipe is enforced by Facepunch Studios, the developers of Rust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='next-rust-force-wipe-dates'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next Rust Force Wipe Dates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rust force wipes always take place on the first Thursday of each month, alongside Facepunch&#8217;s monthly content update. If you&#8217;re planning a new wipe day start, here are the next three scheduled force wipes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Month<\/th><th>Force Wipe Date<\/th><th>Expected Time*<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>August 2026<\/td><td>Thursday, August 6, 2026<\/td><td>19:00 London time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>September 2026<\/td><td>Thursday, September 3, 2026<\/td><td>19:00 London time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>October 2026<\/td><td>Thursday, October 1, 2026<\/td><td>19:00 London time<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='when-does-rust-force-wipe-servers'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Does Rust Force Wipe Servers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"What is a Rust Force Wipe?\" class=\"wp-image-32093\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01.webp\" data-full-size=\"1672x941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-01.webp 1672w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Rust force wipes occur on a monthly basis, specifically, the first Thursday of every month. The usual wipe time is around 19:00 (GMT in winter, BST in summer) \/ 14:00 EST \/ 11:00 PST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this time may vary slightly depending on updates, patches, or unexpected delays. Facepunch Studios releases an update along with the force wipe, often adding new features, content, or bug fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BP wipes are not on a fixed schedule. They typically coincide with major updates or significant game changes. Some community servers may have more frequent BP wipes to keep the gameplay fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"tradeit-mid-cta\">\n  <div class=\"cta-content\">\n    <span class=\"cta-title\">Ready for the next wipe?<\/span>\n    <p>Start fresh with better gear. Browse the Rust store on Tradeit and gear up with the weapons, armor, and items you need for a strong start. \u2192<\/p>\n\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/rust\/store\"\n       target=\"_blank\"\n       rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n      Shop Rust Items\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-is-a-bp-wipe-blueprint-wipe'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a BP Wipe (Blueprint Wipe)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"What is a BP Wipe in Rust\" class=\"wp-image-32094\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02.webp\" data-full-size=\"1672x941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-02.webp 1672w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A blueprint wipe (BP wipe) is a separate reset that clears all learned blueprints. Unlike force wipes, BP wipes do not happen every month and are instead scheduled periodically by Facepunch Studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A BP wipe essentially resets <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/rust-rockets-crafting-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">crafting <\/a>progress, forcing all players to rediscover and unlock blueprints again. This is done to maintain game balance and prevent veteran players from having a significant advantage over new ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='how-do-force-wipes-affect-gameplay'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do Force Wipes Affect Gameplay?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Force wipes are integral to <a href=\"https:\/\/rust.facepunch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rust<\/a>\u2019s gameplay cycle. They help in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:20px; max-width:900px; margin:30px auto; font-family:'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif;\">\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Leveling the Playing Field\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Every player begins with no resources, weapons, or bases, ensuring everyone has the same opportunity to compete from the moment the server goes live.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Preventing Server Stagnation\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Regular wipes stop powerful clans from dominating a server indefinitely, keeping gameplay competitive and welcoming for new and returning players.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Encouraging New Strategies\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Since every wipe creates a fresh world, players can experiment with different building locations, progression routes, and survival strategies each month.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Introducing New Content\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Monthly force wipes coincide with Rust updates, bringing new features, balance changes, weapons, items, and gameplay improvements to every server.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='how-to-prepare-for-a-rust-force-wipe'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prepare for a Rust Force Wipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1672\" height=\"941\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03.webp\" alt=\"How to Prepare for a Rust Force Wipe\" class=\"wp-image-32095\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03.webp\" data-full-size=\"1672x941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03.webp 1672w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-03-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing that a wipe is coming can help you maximize your progress before and after it happens. Here are some tips to prepare:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-to-do-before-the-wipe'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do Before the Wipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:20px; max-width:900px; margin:30px auto; font-family:'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif;\">\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(33.333% - 20px); min-width:240px; background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Use Your Resources\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Don&#8217;t save valuable materials or <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/rust-weapons-tier-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">weapons<\/a> for later. Since everything will be wiped, use your resources to build, craft, and enjoy the end of the wipe.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(33.333% - 20px); min-width:240px; background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Experiment and Have Fun\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Try ambitious base designs, risky raids, or intense PvP fights that you might normally avoid. Wipes are the perfect time to experiment without long-term consequences.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(33.333% - 20px); min-width:240px; background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Play on Different Servers\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Explore official, community, and modded servers to find the wipe schedule, progression speed, and player community that best matches your playstyle.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-to-do-after-the-wipe'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do After the Wipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:20px; max-width:900px; margin:30px auto; font-family:'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif;\">\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Join Early\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Log in as soon as the servers come online after the wipe. Getting ahead of the crowd gives you first access to valuable resources and prime building locations.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Rush Key Resources\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Prioritize collecting wood, stone, metal ore, and cloth during your first hour. Securing these essentials early makes it much easier to establish a strong start.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Secure a Base Location\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Find a suitable place to build your starter base before the best locations become occupied. A well-positioned base can make gathering resources and defending your loot much easier.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Team Up\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Playing with friends or joining a group lets you gather resources faster, defend your base more effectively, and recover from setbacks much more easily than playing solo.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='private-servers-and-wipe-schedules'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Servers and Wipe Schedules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While official Rust servers follow the first-Thursday wipe schedule, community and modded servers can set their own wipe frequency. Some common private server wipe schedules include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:20px; max-width:900px; margin:30px auto; font-family:'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif;\">\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Weekly Wipes\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      These servers reset every seven days, offering fast-paced progression and frequent fresh starts for players who enjoy constant competition.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Bi-Weekly Wipes\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Resetting every two weeks, these servers strike a balance between rapid progression and giving players enough time to expand their bases and gear.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Monthly Wipes\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      These servers typically follow Rust&#8217;s official monthly force wipe schedule, allowing for longer progression and more developed bases before the next reset.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background:#fff; color:#000; padding:25px 20px; border-radius:12px; border-top:5px solid #534ef9; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <strong style=\"display:block; font-size:20px; margin-bottom:10px; color:#534ef9;\">\n      Persistent Servers\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin:0; line-height:1.7;\">\n      Some servers avoid scheduled wipes altogether, only resetting when required by major game updates or administrative decisions. These worlds focus on long-term progression and base building.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check a server\u2019s description before joining to see its specific wipe schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='rust-wipe-times-by-region'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rust Wipe Times by Region<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Rust Wipe Times by Region\" class=\"wp-image-32096\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04.webp\" data-full-size=\"1672x941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Rust-Force-Wipe-04.webp 1672w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Facepunch typically releases the monthly Rust update and force wipe at 19:00 London time on the first Thursday of each month. Depending on your location, the wipe begins at approximately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Region<\/th><th>Local Time<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>London (UK)<\/td><td>19:00 (GMT\/BST)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UTC<\/td><td>18:00 or 19:00*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eastern Time (ET)<\/td><td>14:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Central Time (CT)<\/td><td>13:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mountain Time (MT)<\/td><td>12:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pacific Time (PT)<\/td><td>11:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Central European Time (CET\/CEST)<\/td><td>20:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Romania (EET\/EEST)<\/td><td>21:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moscow (MSK)<\/td><td>21:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Brazil (BRT)<\/td><td>15:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Japan (JST)<\/td><td>03:00 (next day)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Australia (AEST)<\/td><td>04:00 (next day)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-check-server-wipe-schedules'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Check Server Wipe Schedules<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest way to find a server&#8217;s wipe schedule is to check its description in Rust&#8217;s server browser or visit the server&#8217;s website or Discord. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many community servers clearly state whether they follow weekly, biweekly, or monthly wipes, as well as whether they perform <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/best-rust-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">map<\/a>-only or blueprint wipes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure, you can also use popular Rust server listing websites, which display each server&#8217;s last wipe date, next scheduled wipe, and player count to help you choose the best server for your playstyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"tradeit-banner-cta\">\n  <span class=\"cta-title\">Ready to upgrade your Rust inventory?<\/span>\n  <p>Trade, buy, or sell Rust items instantly on Tradeit and prepare for your next wipe with the gear you want.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/rust\/trade\"\n     target=\"_blank\"\n     rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Trade Rust Items on Tradeit<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='faqs'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='does-every-rust-server-wipe-on-force-wipe'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>Does every Rust server wipe on force wipe?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Official servers always wipe monthly, but community servers may follow custom schedules such as weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly wipes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='what-time-does-rust-force-wipe-happen'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>What time does Rust force wipe happen?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Rust force wipes occur on a monthly basis, specifically, the first Thursday of every month. The usual wipe time is around 19:00 (GMT in winter, BST in summer) \/ 14:00 EST \/ 11:00 PST.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='does-a-force-wipe-remove-blueprints'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>Does a force wipe remove blueprints?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Not always. 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