Seeing that "You have been banned" message in Garrys Mod is frustrating enough. But when you find out it’s not just your account, but your whole PC that’s on the blacklist, it can feel like the end of the line. You’ve run into an HWID (Hardware ID) ban, and now you’re searching for a solid way to bypass it and jump back into Garrys Mod.

You’re exactly where you need to be.

This is the only guide you’ll need. Forget wasting time on endless appeals or spending money on new hardware. We’ll guide you through the precise, step-by-step process to clear your HWID ban so you can get back to gaming ASAP.

This guide focuses on the how, using the most reputable and stealthy tool out there: Sync Spoofer. We’ll break down each step, highlight important pitfalls to avoid, and share habits to help you stay off the ban radar for good.

How to Fix Your Garrys Mod HWID Ban

This isn’t some quick list—you’re getting a thorough walkthrough for bypassing HWID bans in Garrys Mod. Following each step carefully is key to a successful and lasting fix.

Step 1: Pick the Right Spoofer (Sync Spoofer)

The very first move is picking a spoofer you can actually trust. Free or cracked versions floating around forums are usually riddled with malware or already detected by Easy Anti-Cheat, risking a quick re-ban.

Sync Spoofer is a premium, professionally built tool. We even offer a free 1-day trial so you can test it on your system with no risk. You’ll decide between two options:

  • Temporary Spoofer (15, 30, 90 Days, or Lifetime): The Flexible Option
    • Who it’s for: Perfect for gamers who want freedom. Maybe you switch softwares, play several accounts, or don’t want downtime from reinstalling Windows. This one’s great if you want a hassle-free, reversible solution.
    • How it works: You launch the spoofer before starting Garrys Mod. It creates a temporary “mask” on your hardware IDs that disappears when you reboot your PC. It’s safe, non-invasive, and totally reversible.
  • Permanent Spoofer (One-Time or Lifetime): The Long-Term Fix
    • Who it’s for: If you’ve been banned and want a permanent clean slate to enjoy Garrys Mod legit, this is the answer.
    • How it works: This modifies your hardware IDs at a deep system level. It requires reinstalling Windows once during setup to wipe all traces of your banned hardware. After that, your PC’s identified as a fresh device forever.

Step 2: Join Our Community and Get Your Files

Right after payment goes through, you’ll get an instant invite to our private Discord. This is more than just a place to grab files—it’s your support headquarters. Inside, you’ll find:

  • Instant Access: License keys and the latest software ready 24/7.
  • Step-by-Step Guides: Clear written and video tutorials showing every action. For more on how spoofer setups work, see our explanation of HWID changers.
  • Expert Help: 24/7 support from a team with thousands of successful users under their belt. Stuck? We’ve got you.

Step 3: Clean Your System & Spoof

This is the technical heart of the process, but Sync Spoofer automates the tricky parts. It’s two phases:

  1. Phase A: Deep Cleaning — Before spoofing, you have to erase every sign of your earlier ban. Think of it as a digital cleanup crew wiping away Epic’s anti-cheat “fingerprints” like logs, registry keys, and hidden tracking IDs. For a detailed utility on cleaning, check our HWID Cleaner & Reset guide.
  2. Phase B: Spoofing — Once clean, you run Sync Spoofer. It doesn’t just tweak a number here; it crafts a whole new, realistic digital identity for your motherboard, drives, MAC address, and other hardware parts, making your PC look completely new to Garrys Mod’s anti-cheat. To understand the difference in spoofs, visit our Permanent vs. Temporary HWID Spoofers post.

Step 4: Set Up a Brand-New, Unlinked Game Account

Your hardware is clean now, but your old Garrys Mod account is still banned. Logging into it will get you flagged again instantly. You need a fresh new identity.

Pro tips for your new account:

  • Use a brand-new email not tied to any banned accounts.
  • Pick a totally different username.
  • DON’T link any previously used payment methods, phone numbers, or third-party logins like Steam or Twitch—it’s all cross-checked and can instantly reveal you. To learn about HWID ban implications, see our post on signs you got HWID banned.

Step 5: Final Check and Launch!

Almost done. Before jumping in, run through this checklist:

  • Restart your PC once after cleaning and spoofing.
  • If you chose Temporary Spoofer, make sure it’s running.
  • Open Steam and log into your new account.
  • Download and start Garrys Mod.

And just like that, you’re back! Your old HWID ban is no longer blocking your play.

Staying Safe: How to Avoid Future Bans

Getting unbanned is just the start. Staying unbanned—that’s the real challenge. Sync Spoofer makes your hardware invisible, but your gaming habits and digital footprints are what truly keep you hidden long-term. Adopt these strategies to build strong layers of protection.

1. Keep Your Gaming Profiles Separate

This is the golden rule. Treat your clean Garrys Mod identity like it’s in a different universe from your risky accounts or testing profiles. Anti-cheat isn’t just watching your game account; it hunts for connections.

  • Separate Everything: Go beyond new emails. Don’t share payment info, phone numbers, or social media between accounts. Garrys Mod’s system can use this info to link you back to a ban.
  • Use Different Browsers or Profiles: Dedicate one browser (like Firefox) for your clean gaming and another (like Chrome) for everything else. It helps prevent cookies or autofill data from giving you away.
  • Think Like a Detective: If any piece of data can connect Account A to Account B, so can anti-cheat algorithms. Your goal: no trace, no catch.

2. Double-Check Running Programs Before Playing

Many HWID bans come not from cheats you’re using actively, but from background programs raising alarms. Easy Anti-Cheat scans all your running processes. For more info on anti-cheat detection, see our Top Anti-Cheat Software overview.

  • Close Everything Non-Essential: Before starting Steam, open Task Manager and shut down anything unnecessary, including:
    • Macro Tools: AutoHotKey, mouse/keyboard macros.
    • System Tools: Cheat Engine, debugging software, reverse-engineering apps.
    • Overlays: Popular ones like Discord or NVIDIA GeForce Experience usually pass, but lesser-known overlays can trigger flags.
  • Create a Clean Startup Profile: If you’re tech-savvy, create a Windows user profile that loads only basic services to reduce risk.

3. Understand Ban Waves

Anti-cheat systems rarely ban cheats as soon as they catch them. Instead, they observe, collect data, then ban everyone caught at once in a big sweep.

  • Why? It slows cheat developers from quickly fixing detections.
  • What it means: You might play using a cheat for days or weeks before suddenly getting hit by a ban wave.
  • The upside: If you use Sync Spoofer, only your spoofed identity gets banned, not your real PC. You can re-clean, spoof a new ID, and be back in action. Our debunking myths about HWID bans post explains why persistence pays off.

4. Choose Your Software Sources Carefully

The internet is full of scams and buggy tools. Where you get your software is everything.

  • Avoid “Free” Cheats: Videos or sites promising free Garrys Mod cheats almost always mean malware or detected cheats that'll get you banned super fast.
  • Stick with Trusted Communities: If you go for third-party tools, find well-established private groups with proven undetected tools. These usually cost money but lower your risk dramatically.

5. Keep Your PC Clean and Updated

A tidy, well-maintained computer isn’t just faster; it’s safer. This lowers the chances of suspicious software triggering flags.

  • Regularly Clean Temp Files: Use Windows Disk Cleanup often, and tools like RevoUninstaller when uninstalling anything to remove leftovers.
  • Keep Drivers Official: Download your graphics drivers directly from NVIDIA or AMD’s sites only.
  • Run Malware Scans: Use Windows Defender or trusted antivirus software to catch spyware or malware that could interfere.

Pairing Sync Spoofer’s hardware masking with smart habits builds a strong shield against future bans.

Don’t Let an HWID Ban End Your Garrys Mod Fun

An HWID ban may feel like the final word, but it isn’t. Now you know how Garrys Mod’s ban system works, why appeals rarely help, and how Sync Spoofer offers a clear, effective way back to play.

Join thousands of gamers who have reclaimed their freedom. Start fresh with Sync Spoofer today and get back to the Garrys Mod world where you belong.