Check the game’s Terms of Service and anti-cheat rules first
Use only mods that are explicitly allowed by the game or its developers
Back up your game files before making any changes
Install mods only from trusted sources
Follow the mod’s installation instructions exactly
Use a mod manager if the game community recommends one
Keep mods updated to match the current game version
Disable or remove conflicting mods one at a time if issues occur
Test the game after each change to confirm it still works
Avoid cheats, injectors, memory editors, or anything that bypasses anti-cheat
Uninstall mods before playing online if the game does not permit them
Restore original files if the game crashes or fails to launch
Reinstall the game if file verification does not fix problems