# MCServerHost: full export This file inlines the public catalog, official page copy, legal documents, and (when the database answers) every published community guide and server. The shorter index is https://www.mcserverhost.com/llms.txt. MCServerHost gives you a free Minecraft server and paid plans from 2 GB to 64 GB, with DDoS protection, instant setup and a full control panel. # Products ## Minecraft plan ladder ### Free (4 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/create-free-server Free forever, for you and a few friends. Comfortable for around 8 players. 4 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. Sleeps a few minutes after the last player leaves and wakes again when someone joins. 2 vCPU · 10 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 8 players. Seeded monthly USD: $0.00 (free). Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Chicken (2 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=zombie A small always-on vanilla or Paper world. Comfortable for around 10 players. 2 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 2 vCPU · 20 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 10 players. Seeded monthly USD: $5.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Zombie (2 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=zombie A small always-on vanilla or Paper world. Comfortable for around 10 players. 2 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 2 vCPU · 40 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 10 players. Seeded monthly USD: $6.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Pig (4 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=spider Friends on light Paper, or a first plugin server. Comfortable for around 16 players. 4 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 2 vCPU · 40 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 16 players. Seeded monthly USD: $6.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Spider (4 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=spider Friends on light Paper, or a first plugin server. Comfortable for around 16 players. 4 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 2 vCPU · 80 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 16 players. Seeded monthly USD: $8.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Cow (6 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=creeper Growing communities and light-to-mid modpacks. Comfortable for around 24 players. 6 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 3 vCPU · 60 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 24 players · most popular at this RAM size. Seeded monthly USD: $9.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Creeper (6 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=creeper Growing communities and light-to-mid modpacks. Comfortable for around 24 players. 6 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 3 vCPU · 120 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 24 players · most popular at this RAM size. Seeded monthly USD: $12.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Sheep (8 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=slime Plugin SMPs and midweight packs with headroom. Comfortable for around 32 players. 8 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 4 vCPU · 80 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 32 players. Seeded monthly USD: $12.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Slime (8 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=slime Plugin SMPs and midweight packs with headroom. Comfortable for around 32 players. 8 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 4 vCPU · 160 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 32 players. Seeded monthly USD: $16.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Horse (12 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=blaze Heavier packs and publics with steady player counts. Comfortable for around 48 players. 12 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 5 vCPU · 120 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 48 players. Seeded monthly USD: $17.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Blaze (12 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=blaze Heavier packs and publics with steady player counts. Comfortable for around 48 players. 12 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 5 vCPU · 240 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 48 players. Seeded monthly USD: $24.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Mooshroom (16 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=wither Busy publics and kitchen-sink modpacks. Comfortable for around 64 players. 16 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 6 vCPU · 160 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 64 players. Seeded monthly USD: $23.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Wither (16 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=wither Busy publics and kitchen-sink modpacks. Comfortable for around 64 players. 16 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 6 vCPU · 320 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 64 players. Seeded monthly USD: $34.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Turtle (24 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=warden Large communities with sustained player counts. Comfortable for around 96 players. 24 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 8 vCPU · 240 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 96 players. Seeded monthly USD: $33.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Warden (24 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=warden Large communities with sustained player counts. Comfortable for around 96 players. 24 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 8 vCPU · 480 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 96 players. Seeded monthly USD: $52.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Camel (32 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=baby-dragon Chunk-heavy networks and expansive worlds. Comfortable for around 128 players. 32 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 10 vCPU · 320 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 128 players. Seeded monthly USD: $44.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Baby Dragon (32 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=baby-dragon Chunk-heavy networks and expansive worlds. Comfortable for around 128 players. 32 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 10 vCPU · 640 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 128 players. Seeded monthly USD: $69.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Sniffer (48 GB, Budget) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=ender-dragon Many players online at once, or multi-world server networks. Comfortable for around 192 players. 48 GB RAM · SATA SSD · DDoS protection. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 14 vCPU · 480 GB SATA SSD · comfortable for around 192 players. Seeded monthly USD: $64.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Ender Dragon (48 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=ender-dragon Many players online at once, or multi-world server networks. Comfortable for around 192 players. 48 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 14 vCPU · 960 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 192 players. Seeded monthly USD: $99.99. Live plan pages win if they disagree. ### Herobrine (64 GB, Performance) URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products?plan=herobrine The largest always-on plan, for networks that have outgrown 48 GB. Comfortable for around 256 players. 64 GB DDR5 RAM · NVMe SSD · Ryzen 9 9950X · DDoS protection. Online 24/7. Runs Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies. 18 vCPU · 1280 GB NVMe SSD · comfortable for around 256 players. Seeded monthly USD: $139.00. Live plan pages win if they disagree. # How hosting works ## Minecraft hosting ### Software choices Paper, Purpur, Vanilla, Spigot, Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt, plus Velocity and BungeeCord proxies and Bedrock. You can change version or software in two clicks. Every plan offers these specializations: - `minecraft-paper` - `minecraft-vanilla` - `minecraft-fabric` - `minecraft-forge` - `minecraft-purpur` - `minecraft-neoforge` - `minecraft-velocity` - `minecraft-bungeecord` - `minecraft-bedrock` - `minecraft-geyser` ### Free tier - [https://www.mcserverhost.com/create-free-server](https://www.mcserverhost.com/create-free-server): free forever, with no card. It sleeps a few minutes after the last player leaves and wakes when someone joins. - It has the same panel and features as a paid plan. Moving to a paid plan keeps the world, the plugins and the address. ### Budget vs Performance - Budget: SATA SSD storage, and the cheaper of the two always-on tiers. - Performance: Ryzen 9 9950X, DDR5 and NVMe, for demanding modpacks and busy public servers. - Plans differ only in size, and every feature comes with every plan. You can move between tiers without rebuilding the world. Take prices from the live plan pages and do not invent USD amounts. Typical sizing: about 4 GB for a few friends, 6 GB for growing communities, 8 GB for midweight packs, and 12–16 GB for heavier packs or public servers. You can upgrade or downgrade and keep your world data. ## Control panel Every plan includes a live console, a full file manager with SFTP, MySQL databases, scheduled tasks, backups, plugin and modpack installs from SpigotMC and Modrinth, and DDoS protection. - Overview with live CPU, memory, disk, network, player, and runtime status - Power: start, stop, restart, force-kill - Live console: logs, commands, history - File manager and SFTP - Backups: create, restore, schedule - MySQL databases - Schedules: automated console commands, power actions, and backups - Software: select versions, switch while keeping files, or wipe/reinstall - Marketplace: SpigotMC plugins; Modrinth mods and modpacks - Networking: allocations/ports, dedicated join addresses, custom domains - Billing and cancellation in the same workspace; plan changes keep files # Official pages ## Minecraft servers that just work URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/ MCServerHost gives you a free Minecraft server and paid plans from 2 GB to 64 GB, with DDoS protection, instant setup and a full control panel. ### Frequently asked questions **How quickly can I get my server running?** Your server will be ready in under 60 seconds! Our automated setup process creates your server instantly, and you'll receive access to your control panel immediately after purchase. **Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan later?** Yes! You can upgrade or downgrade your server at any time. Upgrades are instant, and you'll only pay the prorated difference. Downgrades take effect at your next billing cycle. **Is DDoS protection included?** Yes! All servers include enterprise-grade DDoS protection at no extra cost. Your server stays online even during attacks, ensuring uninterrupted gameplay for your community. **Can I install mods and plugins?** Absolutely! You have full control over your server. Install any mods, plugins, or modpacks with our one-click installer. We support all major server software including Paper, Spigot, Forge, and Fabric. **What payment methods do you accept?** We accept cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and cryptocurrency. Depending on your country and currency, you can also pay by bank debit or bank transfer, with a local method such as iDEAL, or with buy now pay later. The payment form shows the ways open to you. Payments are processed securely by our payment providers. **Do you provide backups?** Yes. Paid servers include manual backups and snapshots with one-click restoration. You can create them anytime and download them to your computer. Automatic daily backups are a paid add-on. **What's the difference between free and paid servers?** Free servers are perfect for testing and small groups with 4 GB RAM and auto-sleep when idle. Paid servers offer more RAM, NVMe storage that grows with the plan (20 GB to 1.25 TB), 24/7 uptime, premium hardware (up to Ryzen 9 9950X + DDR5), and the option to add Priority Support. ## Minecraft Community URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community Find a Minecraft server to join, read guides written by players, and chat with everyone. The same chat runs in our Discord server. ## Create Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/create-free-server Start a free Minecraft server with 4 GB RAM and DDoS protection. No card needed. Move to a paid plan whenever your world grows. ### Frequently asked questions **What does the free Minecraft server include?** It has 4 GB of RAM, 10 GB of storage, DDoS protection and a custom subdomain. You get the same panel as on a paid plan, with a file manager, SFTP, and one-click plugins and modpacks. **Does the free server cost anything?** No. It has no time limit and needs no credit card. While players are online, a short chat message every 15 minutes says the server is hosted by MCServerHost. A paid plan removes it. **How many free servers can I create?** One for each account. If you want more servers, choose a paid plan. **Why does the server stop when nobody is playing?** A sleeping server takes up disk space but no memory, and the memory it frees is what pays for the free tier. It sleeps a few minutes after the last player leaves, and the next person to join wakes it in a few seconds. **Can I upgrade later and keep my world?** Yes. Moving to a paid plan keeps your world, plugins and address. Paid plans stay online 24/7 and add more RAM and storage. **Will you delete my world?** Not while you are using it. We may delete a world that nobody has visited for a long time, and we email you before we do. **Can I install plugins and mods?** Yes. Install plugins from SpigotMC and mods or modpacks from Modrinth in the panel, or upload your own files through the file manager or SFTP. ## Email hosting and SMTP relay URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/email Mailboxes on your own domain with webmail and IMAP, plus an SMTP relay with delivery events for your servers and apps. Relay plans bill monthly. ## Object Storage URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/object-storage S3-compatible storage for backups, media and static files, with buckets, access keys and a file browser. Pay for what you store and request. ## Minecraft Server Hosting Plans URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/products Minecraft server plans from 2 GB to 64 GB on Budget or Performance hardware. Paper, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock and proxies on every plan. ### Frequently asked questions **Which plan size do I need?** Vanilla or light Paper with a few friends runs well on 4 GB. Plugin servers and light modpacks need 6 to 8 GB. Large modpacks and busy public servers start at 12 GB. Paid plans run from 2 GB to 64 GB. **What is the difference between Budget and Performance?** Both have the same panel and features on different hardware. Performance runs on Ryzen 9 9950X processors with DDR5 memory and NVMe storage. Budget runs on SATA SSDs and costs less. You can move between them without rebuilding your world. **Is there a free plan?** Yes. The free plan has 4 GB of RAM, 10 GB of storage and DDoS protection, and it needs no card. While players are online, a short chat message every 15 minutes says the server is hosted by MCServerHost. A paid plan has no message. The server sleeps a few minutes after the last player leaves and wakes when someone joins. Each account can have one free server. **Can I change my plan later?** Yes, in both directions. Your world, plugins and settings stay where they are and only the resources change. An upgrade starts at once and you pay the prorated difference. A downgrade starts at your next billing cycle. **Which billing periods can I choose?** Weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly. Quarterly and yearly plans cost less per month than monthly ones, and the page shows the saving next to each period. You can pay by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal or cryptocurrency. Depending on your country and currency, the payment form also offers bank payments and local methods such as iDEAL. **Can I get a refund?** Ask for a refund of a new subscription within 24 hours of the purchase, and of a renewal within 48 hours of the charge. We review each request against the refund policy. If you cancel, we credit the unused time to your account wallet and keep your server data for 14 days. The free plan and cryptocurrency deposits are not refundable. **Which server software can I run?** Paper, Purpur, Vanilla, Spigot, Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt, plus Velocity and BungeeCord proxies and Bedrock. Install plugins from SpigotMC and mods or modpacks from Modrinth in the panel, or upload your own files. **Where are the servers?** You choose a location when you order. The status page lists the locations that are taking new servers right now. ## System Status URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/status Check live load, memory and disk use for every MCServerHost node, grouped by location, and read any incident that is open. ## Priority Support URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/support/priority Add Priority Support to your MCServerHost account. Your tickets go to the front of the queue, for every Minecraft server on the account. ## Terms of Service URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/tos ### 1. General Information MCServerHost is a trading name of Coritan LLC. These terms apply to all users of MCServerHost services, including but not limited to individuals, organizations, and businesses. By creating an account or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms. - **Company Name:** Coritan LLC - **Registered Address:** 382 NE 191st St #423171, Miami, FL 33179, US - **Contact Information:** support@mcserverhost.com - **Jurisdiction:** Florida, United States ### 2. Services Coritan LLC specializes in providing Minecraft server hosting services. Our platform is designed to offer scalable and reliable server solutions for personal and professional use. #### Free Plan The free plan automatically puts servers to sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity to optimize resource allocation. Users can wake up their server by either joining it directly or clicking the "Renew" button through the control panel. Failure to renew within 7 days will result in the deletion of the server and all associated files. #### Paid Plans Paid plans are billed based on the selected billing cycle (weekly, monthly, quarterly, or yearly). Users have the flexibility to upgrade or downgrade their plans as needed. Billing continues as long as the subscription is active, regardless of whether the server is turned on or off. ### 3. Account Setup - Users must provide a valid username, email address, and password to create an account. - It is the user's responsibility to keep their account credentials secure. Sharing login details is strictly prohibited. - Users must be at least 13 years old to use our services. ### 4. Usage Limits Our services operate under a fair use policy to ensure that all users have access to reliable resources: #### Storage Each plan includes the storage allocation listed on that plan. Users may request an increase at any point by contacting our support team. Storage space is intended solely for files related to Minecraft servers. Storing unrelated files is prohibited and may result in account suspension. Free plans have fixed storage limits as specified in the plan details. #### CPU Usage Excessive CPU usage that disrupts the performance of other users' servers is not allowed. Users must monitor and manage their CPU usage to avoid prolonged 100% utilization. - Prohibited: Host illegal content or materials - Prohibited: Use cracked, nulled, or pirated software - Prohibited: Engage in activities that violate applicable laws or regulations ### 5. Content Liability and Abuse Reporting Coritan LLC provides server hosting infrastructure and is not responsible for the content, software, or activities conducted by users on their servers. #### No Liability for User Content Users are solely responsible for all content, software, plugins, mods, worlds, and any other materials they upload, create, or run on their servers. Coritan LLC does not monitor, endorse, or assume liability for any user-generated content or third-party software installed on user servers. Users agree to indemnify and hold Coritan LLC harmless from any claims, damages, or legal actions arising from their use of our services or the content they host. #### Abuse and Misconduct Reporting While we do not actively monitor user content, we take reports of abuse, illegal activity, or violations of our Terms of Service seriously. If you become aware of any server hosting illegal content, engaging in harmful activities, or violating our terms, please report it to our support team at support@mcserverhost.com. We will investigate all reports promptly and take appropriate action, which may include service suspension or termination, in accordance with our policies and applicable laws. ### 6. Payment and Billing #### Payment Methods - PayPal - Debit and credit cards - Local payment options (available in some regions) #### Billing Policies Services are billed according to the selected subscription cycle. Users must ensure they have sufficient credit or valid payment methods in their accounts to avoid service interruptions. Whether a payment can be refunded, and how to ask, is set out in our Refund Policy, which forms part of these terms. ### 7. Uptime Guarantee Coritan LLC guarantees 99.9% uptime for all paid plans. In the rare event that we fail to meet this standard, affected users will receive compensation in the form of credit equal to 10 times the amount of downtime experienced. The uptime guarantee does not apply to free servers, which may experience interruptions as resources are reallocated to meet demand. ### 8. Support Our support team is available to assist users through the following channels: - Discord: Join our community server for real-time assistance - Email: Contact us at support@mcserverhost.com Support is provided for issues related to our services and infrastructure. We do not offer support for third-party plugins, mods, or custom configurations. ### 9. Data Loss Coritan LLC is not liable for any loss of data resulting from user actions, hardware failure, or service interruptions. Users are strongly encouraged to maintain regular backups of their server data. ### 10. Service Suspension and Termination #### Automatic Suspension - Servers will be suspended if there is insufficient credit for renewal - Suspended servers and their files will be deleted after 14 days - Free servers will automatically sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity and will be deleted if not renewed within 7 days #### Discretionary Suspension Coritan LLC reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account or service at our discretion for violations of these terms or other activities deemed harmful to our platform or users. ### 11. Changes to Terms of Service Coritan LLC reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will take effect immediately upon posting. Users are responsible for reviewing the TOS periodically to stay informed of updates. ## Privacy Policy URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/privacy ### 1. Who We Are MCServerHost is a trading name of Coritan LLC, which is responsible for the personal data described in this policy. European law calls this role the "data controller". This policy covers the MCServerHost website, the control panel and our hosting services. For the content you run on your own server, you are the controller and we act on your instructions; see section 6 (Data on Your Server). - **Company Name:** Coritan LLC - **Registered Address:** 382 NE 191st St #423171, Miami, FL 33179, US - **Privacy Contact:** support@mcserverhost.com ### 2. Information We Collect Most of this is information you give us directly. The rest is recorded automatically when you use the site or your server. #### Account Information - Username and email address - Password, stored as a salted hash that we cannot reverse - If you sign in with Discord, GitHub, Google or Microsoft: the account identifier and email address that provider shares with us - Optional profile details you choose to add, such as your name, company, phone number or community chat handle - The IP address and browser fingerprint recorded when you sign up, kept to investigate multi-account abuse and payment disputes #### Payment Information - Billing name and address, where your payment provider requires them - For cards and PayPal: a payment token, the card brand and last four digits, or your PayPal email address. Full card numbers go directly to the payment processor and never reach our servers - For cryptocurrency: the deposit address we issue to you and the transaction recorded on the public blockchain - Your invoices, payments, wallet balance, refunds and any payment disputes #### Usage Data - IP address, and the approximate location (country and city) we derive from it - Browser type, operating system, language, screen size and time zone - The pages you visit, how you reached them (referring site and campaign tags), how long you stay and how far you scroll - Sign-in history, and the actions you take in the control panel, such as power actions and console commands - Server usage metrics: CPU, memory, disk and player counts #### Server Content and Communications - The files, worlds, plugins, mods, backups and console output on your server - Support tickets, chat messages and emails you exchange with us - Posts, comments, chat messages, ratings and server listings you publish in the community, which are visible to everyone ### 3. How We Use Your Information - **Account Management:** To create and manage your account, authenticate logins, and provide access to our services. - **Providing the Service:** To create, run, back up and delete your servers, bill you for them, send invoices and renewal notices, and suspend or restore services in line with our Terms of Service. - **Support:** To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance, including looking at your server when you ask us to. - **Security and Abuse Prevention:** To protect accounts and servers, detect fraud and multi-account abuse, investigate abuse reports and defend payment disputes. - **Service Improvement:** To understand how the site is used and to monitor and enhance the performance of our platform, using the analytics described in section 7 (Cookies and Tracking). - **Service Messages:** To email you about your account and servers: verification and password resets, invoices and payment reminders, notices about your servers, and replies to your support requests. We send marketing email only to people who opted in to it. - **Legal Obligations:** To keep the records that tax, accounting and consumer law require, and to respond to lawful requests from authorities. We do not sell your personal data. ### 4. Legal Bases for Processing If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom or Switzerland, we may only use your personal data where the law gives us a basis to. These are the ones we rely on: - **Performance of a Contract:** Almost everything in section 3 (How We Use Your Information) is what you asked us to do when you signed up: your account, your servers, billing and support. - **Legitimate Interests:** Keeping the platform secure, preventing fraud and abuse, defending payment disputes, and measuring how the site is used so that we can improve it. You can object to any of this; see section 10 (Your Rights). - **Legal Obligation:** Keeping accounting and tax records, and answering lawful requests from authorities. ### 5. Who We Share Your Data With We share personal data only with the companies that help us run the service, and only what each one needs for its job. None of them may use it for their own purposes, except where their own privacy policy applies to you directly, as it does when you pay or sign in through them. - **Stripe:** Processes card payments. When you pay by card, your card details go directly to Stripe together with your name, email address, billing address and the amount, and Stripe screens the payment for fraud. We receive back a payment token and the card's brand and last four digits. - **Square:** Processes card payments in US dollars. When you pay by card with Square, your card details go directly to Square from the card form on the page, together with the amount and your billing details, and Square screens the payment for fraud. We send Square the amount, your email address and reference numbers for the payment. We receive back a payment ID and the result of the payment. - **PayPal:** Processes PayPal payments. You authorise the payment on PayPal's site; we receive the email address on your PayPal account and a transaction reference. - **Blockchain Networks:** Cryptocurrency payments are made to a deposit address we issue and are recorded on a public blockchain, which anyone can read. We use third-party blockchain node and indexing providers to detect deposits; they see the deposit address and the transaction, not your account. - **Google Analytics:** Google LLC measures how the site is used for us: the pages you view, your device and browser, your approximate location and how you arrived. Its code loads after you first use the page, or a few seconds after the page loads. Until you accept analytics cookies it receives page views with no cookie and no identifier. See section 7 (Cookies and Tracking) for the cookies it sets and how to change your choice. - **Advertising Platforms:** Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, Microsoft Advertising, Reddit and X, whichever we have turned on, so we can see which ads lead to orders and sign-ups. If you accept marketing cookies they receive your page views, and when you buy or sign up they receive that event. After an order, our servers send the order to the same platforms with your email address hashed, but only if you accepted marketing cookies when you ordered. If you did not, only Google Analytics and Google Ads receive a count, with no personal data. - **Cloudflare Turnstile:** Cloudflare, Inc. checks that sign-in, sign-up, password reset and checkout are being used by a person rather than a script. It receives your IP address and browser characteristics when the check runs. - **Discord, GitHub, Google and Microsoft:** Only if you choose to sign in with one of them. The provider tells us who you are (an account identifier and email address) and learns that you signed in to MCServerHost. You can unlink a provider from your account at any time. - **Discord (Community Chat):** Messages you post in the community chat on the site are relayed to the public channels of our Discord server under your chat handle, and messages from those channels are shown on the site. Discord Inc. holds a copy of those messages under its own privacy policy. - **Infrastructure Providers:** Our platform and your servers run on hardware in data centres operated by infrastructure providers in the regions listed in section 12 (Where Your Data Is Stored). They supply facilities and hardware and do not use your data for their own purposes. - **Authorities and Legal Claims:** We disclose data when the law requires it, or where necessary to establish or defend a legal claim, including a payment dispute raised with your bank or card network. In a payment dispute, the evidence may include your sign-in history and server activity. - **A Successor Business:** If Coritan LLC is merged or acquired, your data may be transferred to the new owner, who must honour this policy. ### 6. Data on Your Server Your server is yours. You decide what runs on it and what it stores, including personal data about the players who join it: Minecraft usernames and UUIDs, IP addresses in logs, chat messages and whatever your plugins record. For that data you are the controller and we are your processor: we store and run it on your instructions and do not use it for our own purposes. - We access the contents of your server only when you ask us to for support, to investigate an abuse report or a security incident, or when the law requires it - Your files live in the region you chose when creating the server; backups are stored on our own storage, not with a third party - You can download your files and backups from the control panel at any time - A server you list in the community shows everyone the details you choose to publish (address, description, player count) - You are responsible for telling your players how their data is handled and for complying with the laws that apply to your server ### 7. Cookies and Tracking We use cookies and browser storage to keep you signed in, to remember your preferences, and to measure how the site is used. This is what is set, and by whom: - **Sign-in and Preferences:** Your sign-in token, language, currency and other preferences are kept in your browser's local storage until you sign out or clear it. They are sent only to our own servers. - **Our Own Analytics (_ct_sid):** A first-party cookie that lasts 30 minutes and ties together the pages you view in one visit. It feeds our own visitor statistics, which stay on our servers and are kept for the periods in section 8 (Data Retention). - **Visitor ID (_ct_vid):** A first-party cookie that holds a random number so we can tell a returning browser from a new one. It lasts one year and feeds our own visitor statistics. - **Where You Came From (_ct_attr):** A first-party cookie that records the link or search that brought you here: the source, medium and campaign in the link, and the ad click ID if there was one. It lasts 90 days and tells us which channel an order or sign-up came from. Only our servers can read it. - **Referral Code (_ct_ref):** A first-party cookie that keeps the referral code from a link you followed, so the person who shared it can be thanked after your first paid order. It lasts 30 days and is set only while we run a referral program. - **Your Cookie Choice (_ct_consent):** A first-party cookie that remembers what you chose in the cookie banner. It lasts six months. - **Google Analytics (_ga, _ga_*):** Set by Google to tell a returning visitor from a new one, and only if you accept analytics cookies. They last up to two years. Google receives your page views, device details and approximate location, and processes them under Google's privacy policy. - **Advertising Cookies (_gcl_*, _fbp, _fbc, _ttp, _uetsid, _uetvid, _rdt_uuid):** Set by Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, Microsoft Advertising and Reddit, whichever we have turned on, and only if you accept marketing cookies. They recognise your browser after you click an ad so that the platform can count the order. They last from one day to 13 months, depending on the platform. - **Payment and Security Providers:** Stripe sets fraud-prevention cookies (__stripe_mid, __stripe_sid) on pages with a payment form, PayPal sets its own when its button is shown, and Cloudflare may set one when a Turnstile check runs. Each is governed by that provider's privacy policy. Where the law asks for it, as in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom and Switzerland, analytics and marketing cookies stay off until you accept them. Elsewhere they are on until you opt out. You can change your choice at any time with Cookie settings in the footer. If your browser sends Global Privacy Control, we never turn marketing cookies on, whatever you choose. You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. The site keeps working without the analytics and marketing cookies; you will need to sign in again if you clear local storage. You can also object to analytics altogether under section 10 (Your Rights). ### 8. Data Retention We keep personal data only as long as we need it for the purposes above. The main periods are: - **Account Data:** Retained as long as your account remains active. When you delete your account, your profile is anonymised immediately; see section 10 (Your Rights). - **Server Data:** Deleted within 14 days (paid plans) or 7 days (free plans) of server cancellation. - **Communication Data:** Retained for up to one year for support purposes. - **Usage Data:** Individual page views are kept for 90 days and visit records for 180 days. After that only aggregate statistics remain, which no longer identify anyone. - **Sign-in and Activity History:** Sign-in history and control panel activity are kept for up to two years, so that we can investigate a security incident or answer a payment dispute. - **Billing Records:** After your account is closed, we keep invoices, payments, refunds and dispute records for as long as accounting and tax rules and card network dispute windows require. The same applies to the sign-up details we keep as evidence for disputes. Card disputes can be raised up to 540 days after a charge. - **Logs:** Records of the emails we send you and of changes made to your account are kept for up to two years. ### 9. Security Measures We employ industry-standard measures to protect your data: - Data encryption (at rest and in transit) - Passwords stored as salted hashes, never in a readable form - Optional two-factor authentication on your account, under Profile Settings - Regular security audits and updates - Restricted access to personal information: our staff see your data only when a support request, billing question or abuse investigation requires it No system is perfectly secure. If we learn of a breach that puts your personal data at risk, we will tell you, and notify the relevant supervisory authority, within the time the law requires. ### 10. Your Rights You have the following rights over your personal data. In the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom and Switzerland they are guaranteed by the GDPR; residents of California and other US states with privacy laws have equivalent rights of access, deletion and correction, and the right not to be treated differently for using them. We extend all of them to every user, wherever you live. - **Access:** Ask us to confirm what personal data we hold about you and to give you a copy of it, along with where it came from, what we use it for and who we have shared it with. - **Download (Portability):** Receive the data you have given us in a common machine-readable format such as JSON or CSV, so that you can take it elsewhere. This covers your account details, invoices, payment history and support conversations. Your server files and backups are yours to download from the control panel at any time. - **Correction:** Have inaccurate or incomplete data corrected. You can change your name, chat handle and password yourself under Profile Settings; to change the email address on your account, contact us. - **Erasure:** Delete your account under Profile Settings → Danger Zone → Delete Account, after cancelling your servers and settling any unpaid invoice. We erase your profile (email address, name, password and other details) immediately, sign out every session and remove any linked social sign-in. Invoices and payment records are kept for the period in section 8 (Data Retention), as accounting law requires. - **Restriction and Objection:** Ask us to pause the use of your data while a request is being resolved, and object to processing that relies on our legitimate interests, including analytics. - **Automated Decisions:** We may automatically suspend a server or an account when a payment fails, a payment dispute is opened or abuse is detected. You can ask a person to review any such decision. - **Complain:** Lodge a complaint with the data protection authority in the country where you live or work. We would welcome the chance to address your concern first. ### 11. Exercising Your Rights Deleting your account is something you can do yourself. For any other right, email support@mcserverhost.com from the address on your account, or open a support ticket while signed in. Then: - We may ask you to confirm your identity before acting, so that nobody else can obtain or erase your data - We respond within one month. A complex request may take up to two months more, and we will tell you if so - Requests are free. We may decline, or charge a reasonable fee for, requests that are clearly unfounded or repeated - If we cannot fully meet a request, for example because the law requires us to keep a record, we will explain why ### 12. Where Your Data Is Stored Coritan LLC is based in the United States, and our databases are hosted there. Your server and its files live in the data centre region you chose when creating it. The regions on offer are shown when you order; they are currently in: - United States - United Kingdom - Germany - Singapore If you use MCServerHost from the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom or Switzerland, your account and billing data is transferred to the United States, whose data protection laws differ from those of your country. We rely on the safeguards the law provides for this: the transfer is necessary to provide the service you asked for, and where a provider in section 5 (Who We Share Your Data With) is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework we rely on that certification, and otherwise on the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses. You can ask us for details of these safeguards. ### 13. Children You must be at least 13 years old to hold an MCServerHost account, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone younger. If you are under the age at which you can agree to online services where you live (16 in some European countries), you need a parent's or guardian's permission to use MCServerHost. If you believe a child has given us personal data without that permission, contact us and we will delete it. ### 14. Moving From Our Old Website MCServerHost used to run on an older website. Your account can move from there to here in two ways. You can move it yourself, and then nothing moves until you choose to. We can also move an account for you when it owns no server on the old website. In both cases the old website sends us: - Your username, email address, and first and last name - Your password, as the salted hash the old website stored. If you already have an account here with the same email address, that account keeps its own password - Whether you verified your email address there, and when - Your forum profile: profile picture, banner, role and description - Which of Discord, GitHub, Google and Microsoft you used to sign in there, and your account number with each of them, so that the same sign-in works here - The reference to your customer record at Stripe, so that the cards you saved there appear in your account here - Your balances in US dollars, USDC, USDT and SOL - The date you created the account and the date you last signed in there We add those balances to your wallet here as credit in US dollars, converted once at the moment of the move. We keep a record of the move with your account: your old username and account number, when you moved, what we credited and which sign-in providers you used. When you move yourself and the move creates your account here, we also record the IP address and browser fingerprint you moved from, as we do when you sign up. When we move an account for you, nobody is signing up, so we record neither. We move an account for you only when it owns no server on the old website, has no active subscription and owes nothing there. We email you at the address on the account to say it moved, what came with it and how to sign in. That email also tells you about the new website, and you can stop news and offers with one click. You will still get emails about your account and your services. We move accounts so that your balance and your sign-in are not lost when the old website closes. If you do not want an account here, close it from your profile or email support@mcserverhost.com. The old website locks the old account when it is moved, so that nothing can change its balances. Once we tell it the move is complete, it sets those balances to zero and removes the stored password, the two-factor secret, the sign-in tokens and the API keys of the old account. It keeps the rest of the old record, such as your username, email address and invoices, until the old website closes. If money reaches your old account after that, or someone disputes a payment made there, the old website tells us the amount, the payment provider and its reference, and our staff settle it by hand. We also move the longer opening posts from the old forum to our community, whether or not their authors move their accounts. Each keeps its title, tags and view count; replies and shorter threads do not move. Until its author moves their account, each post shows them under the name they used on the old forum (or a generated name when that name cannot be shown, such as an email address), with the profile picture, banner and role the old forum showed. These author profiles hold only what the old forum showed in public, never an email address or a password. When the author moves their account, the posts and the profile join it. To have a moved post or author profile removed, email support@mcserverhost.com. ### 15. Changes to This Policy We may update this policy as the service changes. The current version is always at this address, with the date it was last updated at the top. If a change materially affects your rights or what we collect, we will draw attention to it on the site. ## Refund Policy URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/refund-policy ### 1. General Policy Coritan LLC strives to provide the best possible service. All sales are generally considered final. However, we understand that circumstances may arise where a refund is appropriate. Refund requests are reviewed by our team on a case-by-case basis against the rules on this page. We aim to resolve every request within 3-5 business days. ### 2. Refund Eligibility You may be eligible for a refund under the following circumstances: - Service was not delivered as described or is fundamentally non-functional - Duplicate or accidental charges occurred due to a system error - Extended downtime exceeding our 99.9% uptime guarantee (for paid plans) ### 3. Timeframes - **New Subscriptions:** Refund requests for new subscriptions must be submitted within 24 hours of the initial purchase. After this window, refunds may be issued as account credit at our discretion. - **Renewal Payments:** Refunds for automatic renewal charges must be requested within 48 hours of the charge. We recommend cancelling your subscription before the renewal date if you no longer need the service. - **Wallet Deposits:** Funds deposited into your account wallet by card or PayPal are non-refundable once used. Unused wallet balance may be refunded upon request, subject to processing fees. Cryptocurrency deposits are never refundable; see section 5. ### 4. Non-Refundable Items The following are not eligible for refunds - Services terminated due to Terms of Service violations - Unused time after a voluntary cancellation, which is credited to your account wallet instead (see section 6) - Free plan services or promotional credits - Cryptocurrency deposits, in any form and regardless of when they were made - Chargebacks initiated without first contacting our support team - Services where significant usage has occurred (determined at our discretion) ### 5. Cryptocurrency Payments Cryptocurrency deposits are always non-refundable. A cryptocurrency payment is an on-chain transfer that we cannot reverse, and its value can change between the moment it is sent and the moment it is reviewed. For that reason funds added to your wallet by cryptocurrency cannot be refunded to a card, to a bank, to a wallet address or in any other form, whether or not the balance has been used. Cryptocurrency deposits remain available as account credit for future orders and renewals. Please only deposit what you intend to spend. ### 6. Cancellation You may cancel a service at any time from your account dashboard. When you cancel: - The cancellation takes effect immediately and the server is shut down - The unused portion of the paid billing period is credited to your account wallet, where it can pay for other services or a future order - No further charges are made for the cancelled service - Server data is retained for 14 days after cancellation, then permanently deleted A cancellation credit is not a refund: it stays in your wallet. If you believe you are entitled to money back under this policy, open a billing ticket and ask for a refund instead of cancelling. ### 7. How to Request a Refund Refunds are asked for in a support ticket to our billing team, and a member of the team reviews every request before anything is paid out: - Open a support ticket in the Billing department. On a paid invoice in your account, Open a billing ticket fills in the department and the invoice number for you - Tell us which invoice it is, which part of this policy applies and what happened - We answer in the ticket, usually within 3-5 business days, and email you when a refund is sent There is no refund button on the invoice: our billing team checks each request against this policy before it decides. If you cannot sign in to open a ticket, email our support team with the invoice number and a brief explanation instead. Approving a refund of a service's invoice ends that service immediately. Approved refunds are returned to the original payment method; processing times vary by bank or payment provider (typically 5-10 business days). Where this policy allows a refund as account credit, it is added to your wallet instead. ## Contact URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/contact Email support@mcserverhost.com for general inquiries, billing questions, and technical support. Join our Discord at discord.gg/mcserverhost for real-time support and community discussions. We typically respond within 24 hours. Discord support is often faster during business hours. ### Address Coritan LLC 382 NE 191st St #423171 Miami, FL 33179, US MCServerHost is a trading name of Coritan LLC. ### Tips for faster support - Your MCServerHost username or the email associated with your account - The server ID or name (if applicable) - A clear description of the issue, including any error messages - Steps to reproduce the problem (for technical issues) - Screenshots or relevant log output (if available) ## Downloads URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/downloads Get the tools you need to manage and enhance your Minecraft servers. ### MCSH Plugin Handles background support for your server on the platform. - Type: Java Plugin - File: mcsh.jar - Download: /assets/downloads/mcsh.jar ## Careers URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/careers We're always looking for passionate individuals to join our support team and help shape the future of Minecraft server hosting. ### Perks - **Flexible hours:** work when it suits you best. - **Remote work:** join from anywhere with a reliable internet connection. - **Benefits:** competitive pay, free server hosting, and opportunities for growth. ### Support Team Member Help fellow Minecraft enthusiasts create and manage their dream servers. What you'll do: - Provide exceptional customer support through Discord and our ticket system - Help users troubleshoot technical issues and optimize their servers - Engage with our community and help maintain a positive environment - Contribute to documentation and help improve our knowledge base What we're looking for: - Experience with Minecraft server administration and common plugins - Strong communication skills and fluency in English - Patient and empathetic approach to problem-solving - Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively Apply via Discord. ## Community guides - [Minecraft guides written by players](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides): setup walkthroughs, mod and performance tips, and server how-tos. - [Getting started guides](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides?category=Getting%20started) - [Gameplay guides](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides?category=Gameplay) - [Mods guides](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides?category=Mods) - [Performance guides](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides?category=Performance) - [Networking guides](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides?category=Networking) - [Billing guides](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides?category=Billing) Each guide page shows the approved version of the guide. 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Do not invent orderable dedicated configurations or dollar amounts. - Keep MCServerHost branding on this storefront; do not substitute parent-company names. - Public guide pages show only the approved version of each guide. - Seeded monthly USD in this export matches Product JSON-LD. Live plan pages win if they disagree. # Community servers ## LatamNet URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/latamnet Tags: PvP, Skyblock, Creative, Survival, Mini Games Un Servidor De Minecraft Chido ## Zeroxboxag URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/zeroxboxag Tags: Survival, Anarchy, Farming un paso por dia servidor con la modalida anarqui por el momento pronto aremos un box pvp ## Rubix URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/rubix Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Java, Survival ## KURD_PVP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/kurd-pvp Tags: PvP, SMP ## Join for fun and read rules thank you!!! URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/join-for-fun-and-read-rules-thank-you Category: Bedrock Tags: Survival, SMP, Hangout, Bedrock, Java For fun and do whatever but no breaking rules No hacking, no cheats, none of it, but you could kill people and steal stuff, but if you're hacking, we will ban you, no spawn killing also, JOIN NOW!!! Discord: https://discord.gg/GmA9TQf3UB ## Erzahle Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/erzahle-server Tags: SMP, Roleplay ## youtube-only-smp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/youtube-only-smp Category: Java Tags: PvP, Skyblock, Farming, Mining, Java ## ThunderVault URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/thundervault Tags: PvP ## VerdantForge URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/verdantforge Tags: Survival ## dawnmc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/dawnmc Tags: PvP A pvp Practice server ## UndF Bedrock URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/undf-bedrock Category: Bedrock Tags: Survival, Bedrock, Modded Server con addons survial y de exploracion y buen contenido ## CopperCraft URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/coppercraft Tags: SMP, PvP, Mini Games, Survival, PvE ## CrooksSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crookssmp Tags: SMP, Farming, Hangout ## SMP lifeSteal URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/smp-lifesteal Tags: PvP, SMP, Survival, Hardcore SMP lifeSteal Um SMP lifeSteal, Heads player, se vc quer um servidor onde, roubar coração, e quando mata um jogador, drope a cabeça dele?? Então vc achou o servidor perfeito para isso! ## YooLuck.Mythic Haven URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/yooluck-mythic-haven Tags: SMP, Mining, Roleplay, Farming, RPG ## MCTogether URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mctogether Category: Bedrock Tags: Skyblock, Bedrock, Java, Survival, McMMO A small server with multiple gamemodes. In survival, we have custom terrain, land claims, mcMMO levels, an economy and playerwarps so people can make for example shops! In skyblock you are able to choose an island and start grinding away to the top of the leaderboard. Most versions of Java and Bedrock can join. We will add more game modes if we can. ## VortexMC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/vortexmc Tags: Survival ## ChillFlamesSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/chillflamessmp Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Java, Survival, PvE A Cool and Firey Minecraft Server ## Milbuksmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/milbuksmp Tags: SMP, Hardcore A mega nigga taob server Discord: https://discord.gg/Jy7mdTvjs ## 2 week phase. URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/2-week-phase Tags: SMP a friendly server. Welcome to the 2 Week Phase, a Minecraft Java survival world where players grind, build, form alliances, fight, and compete to become the strongest. You have 14 days to gather resources, upgrade your gear, protect your base, and make your mark before the phase ends. Only the strongest will survive. ## MASEPVP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/masepvp Tags: Box PvP ## selyuxSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/selyuxsmp Tags: PvP, SMP, Farming, Hardcore, Kit PvP ## SwiftSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/swiftsmp Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Factions, Java, India ## FrozenValley.SwiftStronghold URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/frozenvalley-swiftstronghold Tags: SMP ## Breezemc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/breezemc Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Mining, Java A Freindly Survival Smp World ## loschulelossssssssssssss URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/loschulelossssssssssssss Tags: Farming, SMP ## AfterDarkSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/afterdarksmp Category: Java Tags: SMP, Survival, Java, Bedrock A community oriented server. in order to join the server you must have a verified Mojang account Discord: https://discord.gg/SCYHPxABcK ## ScourgeSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/scourgesmp Category: Bedrock Tags: Anarchy, Bedrock, SMP, Survival, Modded A Semi-Anarchy SMP! (Join or else) SMP With Java PVP ## BushveldZA URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bushveldza Category: Java Tags: Java, Survival, Economy, Hangout ## 4545b4545t URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/4545b4545t Tags: PvP, Factions, Modded, Anarchy, Survival ## crownsmp156.mcsh.io URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crownsmp156-mcsh-io Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Survival, Java, Factions ## PublicSmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/publicsmpseason1 Tags: PvP, SMP, Hangout, Survival ## FonutSmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/fonutsmp Tags: SMP FonutSMP Donut Cracked ## Pillars of Fortune - POF URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/pillars-of-fortune-pof Category: Java Tags: Mini Games, PvP, Java, India, Hangout Pillars of Fortune Minigame Pillars of Fortune 💸 IP: pof.xubi.org PORT: 25565 We have four gametypes available: • Solo FFA > The classic Pillars of Fortune experience! Players spawn on individual bedrock pillars and receive a random item every X seconds. Every player fights independently, and the last player standing wins. • Teams FFA > Players are divided into two teams: Lime and Purple. Each team fights to eliminate the opposing team, and the last team standing wins. • Capture > Players are divided into Lime and Purple teams. Each team must protect its core while trying to steal the opposing team's core. Once a team's core is captured, its players can no longer respawn. • Solo Capture > Every player fights independently and has their own core. Players can respawn while their core remains available, but once their core is captured, they lose the ability to respawn. Website: https://aspect563.github.io/pillars-of-fortune/ Discord: https://discord.gg/zexKgAeAVd ## siemka URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/siemka Tags: SMP ## Ice smp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/ice-smp Tags: SMP ## lavasmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/lavasmp Tags: SMP, Creative ## Crafttuna URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crafttuna Tags: SMP, Survival, Box PvP, Towny, Skyblock survival ## Skydrop URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/skydrop Tags: SMP ## Snowsmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/snowsmp Category: Java Tags: PvP, Factions, SMP, Java, Survival A freeindly server where you create factions so you can rule the smp Its a public server that has some plugin the Important one it the factions one ## VGS URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/vgs Tags: SMP, PvP, Mining, Mini Games, Economy 🌍 Willkommen auf VGS – Deinem ultimativen Minecraft-Zuhause! 🌍 Willkommen auf VGS – Deinem ultimativen Minecraft-Zuhause! Du bist auf der Suche nach dem perfekten Minecraft-Erlebnis? Einer Welt, in der du deine Träume verwirklichen, epische Abenteuer erleben und Teil einer großartigen Community werden kannst? Dann hat deine Suche jetzt ein Ende. Welcome to VGS, dem deutschen Minecraft-Server, der dir die absolute Freiheit über dein Gameplay zurückgibt! Egal, ob du als einsamer Wolf die Wildnis bezwingen willst oder gemeinsam mit Freunden ein gigantisches Imperium aufbaust – auf VGS bestimmst du deinen Weg. 🔥 Ein Server. Unendliche Möglichkeiten. Auf VGS gibt es keine starren Grenzen. Wir vereinen die besten Aspekte von Survival, Wirtschaft und Community an einem Ort: • ⚒️ Farmen & Sammeln: Stürze dich in tiefe Höhlen, durchstreife unberührte Landschaften und sammle wertvolle Ressourcen. Unser System belohnt deinen Fleiß! • 🏗️ Bauen ohne Limits: Erschaffe monumentale Bauwerke, detailreiche Städte oder deine ganz persönliche Traum-Base. Lass deiner Kreativität freien Lauf und zeige der Community, was in dir steckt. • ⚔️ Kämpfen & Überleben: Stelle dich den Gefahren der Minecraft-Welt oder beweise dein Können in packenden Kämpfen. Hier trennt sich die Spreu vom Weizen! 💰 Das Wirtschaftssystem: Vom Anfänger zum Millionär Geld regiert die Welt – und das gilt auch auf VGS! Durch dein spielerisches Geschick, das Farmen von seltenen Items und geschickten Handel kannst du dir ein eigenes Vermögen aufbauen. Steige in den Ranglisten auf, handle mit anderen Spielern und werde zum einflussreichsten Tycoon des Servers. Dein Fleiß zahlt sich bei uns in barem Ingame-Geld aus! 🏆 Epische Server-Events & Exklusive Belohnungen Langeweile? Ein Fremdwort auf VGS! In regelmäßigen Abständen veranstalten wir spektakuläre Server-Events. Egal ob packende Turniere, knifflige Rätsel oder actiongeladene Herausforderungen: Tritt gegen die gesamte Community an, beweise deinen Mut und sichere dir einzigartige Belohnungen und Ingame-Vorteile, die dich noch mächtiger machen! 🤝 Werde Teil unserer Community! Was wäre ein großartiger Server ohne seine Spieler? Auf VGS erwartet dich eine hilfsbereite, aktive und freundliche Community. Hier findest du garantiert neue Mitspieler, treue Verbündete für dein nächstes Großprojekt oder einfach nur nette Leute zum Quatschen im Chat. Worauf wartest du noch? Schnapp dir deine Spitzhacke, logg dich ein und erlebe dein perfektes Minecraft-Leben! 🛸 Verbinde dich jetzt direkt über unsere Server-IP: 👉 vgs.mcsh.gg Website: https://www.youtube.com/@Venloer Discord: https://discord.gg/eNCc89n9c ## gg-smp-tn-26.2 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/gg-smp-tn-26-2 Category: Java Tags: Java, Survival, Economy, Anarchy, Bedrock join ## NoFun SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/nofun-smp Tags: SMP [SEASON 2] ❤ 30 Max Hearts • Custom Crafting • Whitelist Only ❤ ⚔ NoFun SMP [SEASON 2] ⚔ ❤ 30 Max Hearts • Custom Crafting • Whitelist Only ❤ Discord: https://discord.gg/XgwzUnr82t ## YamTechs Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/yamtechs-server Category: Bedrock Tags: Towny, Economy, Bedrock, Hangout, Earth YamTechs Official Minecraft Server! YamTechs Official Minecraft Server! Where you can try out his new plugins, try out custom plugins and just hang out! Discord: https://discord.gg/uKbckATWVf ## llgg URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/llgg Tags: SMP, Box PvP, Parkour, OneBlock, Modded ## Pixelsmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/pixelsmp Tags: SMP, Box PvP, Survival, PvP, Skymining ## BKHC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bkhc Tags: Survival, Hardcore, Anarchy, SMP, Hangout SURVIVE OR DIE HARDCORE SERVER ## BllizardSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bllizardsmp Tags: PvP, SMP, Mining, Survival ## Bloodshed SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bloodshed-smp Tags: PvP, Hangout, SMP A PvP SMP designed for fast and fun experiences. (unfinished) ## TrueVanilla URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/truevanilla-updated Tags: PvP, SMP, Survival TrueVanilla — Survival in Its Purest Form. 👑 # 🌍 TRUEVANILLA — SURVIVAL IN ITS PUREST FORM. **ONE WORLD. ENDLESS ADVENTURES. YOUR LEGACY.** Welcome to **TrueVanilla**, a Minecraft survival server where the true spirit of Minecraft lives on! Forget complicated economies, unfair advantages, and unnecessary features. TrueVanilla brings you back to what Minecraft was always meant to be — **pure survival, limitless creativity, and unforgettable adventures.** Whether you're a lone explorer or part of a team, your journey begins here. ## ⚡ WHAT MAKES TRUEVANILLA SPECIAL? 🌲 **PURE VANILLA SURVIVAL** Experience authentic Minecraft survival. Gather resources, explore breathtaking landscapes, construct incredible builds, and write your own story. 🤝 **CREATE TEAMS & BUILD TOGETHER** Team up with friends, establish your base, share resources, and accomplish incredible things together. Your adventure is better with a team! 🗺️ **EXPLORE THE FARLANDS** Adventure beyond the ordinary! Discover the mysterious Farlands, explore new territories, and experience the thrill of exploration. 🛡️ **ANTI-CHEAT PROTECTION** We believe in fair gameplay. Our anti-cheat helps ensure everyone plays on a level playing field. 💎 **ABSOLUTELY NO PAY-TO-WIN** No unfair paid advantages. Your progress is earned through dedication, creativity, and skill — not your wallet. 🏰 **BUILD YOUR LEGACY** From small survival shelters to enormous megabases, the possibilities are endless. Every block placed becomes part of your story. ## 🚀 YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS NOW! The world is waiting. The possibilities are endless. The next great Minecraft adventure could be yours. **🟢 JAVA EDITION — AVAILABLE NOW!** **🔜 BEDROCK EDITION — COMING SOON!** 🌐 **SERVER IP: truevanilla.mcsh.gg 👑 **TRUEVANILLA — SURVIVAL IN ITS PUREST FORM.** *No shortcuts. No unfair advantages. Just Minecraft.* Website: https://truevanilla.netlify.app/ Discord: https://discord.gg/DPsNHCYRsm ## CMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/cmp Tags: SMP ## Happy Family URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/happy-family Tags: Survival, SMP, Mining, Simulator, Towny QBOX Server ## Unstablesmps URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/unstablesmps Tags: SMP, PvP, Survival join unstable smp ## Tuan_nek URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/tuan-nek Tags: Survival, Vanilla, SMP ## politenit URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/politenit Category: Java Tags: SMP, RPG, Java, Survival, Earth Заходи на сервер politenit дружелюбное комьюните античит и многое другое заходи и проверяй Website: https://t.me/minecraftsmpolitenit ## BEST SERVER URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/best-server Tags: PvP, SMP, Hangout, Survival Best server for pvpiers ## Unstable Lifesteal URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/unstable-lifesteal Tags: SMP, Lifesteal, Survival, PvP Steal hearts. Survive. Lose them all and you're out! Welcome to Unstable Lifesteal! A fresh survival world where every fight counts. Kill a player and you steal one of their hearts. Die and you lose one. Lose all your hearts and you are out! - Lifesteal survival with PvP - Withdraw hearts as items and trade them - Free starter kit with /kit - Works with normal Minecraft (no mods needed) - Cracked players welcome (use /register and /login) How to join: Minecraft Java 1.21.11, connect to theunstablesmpp.mcsh.gg and accept the resource pack. Discord: https://discord.gg/m4HUqP6Fbt ## lifesteal server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/lifesteal-server Category: Java Tags: PvP, Survival, Lifesteal, Java, Escape anyone can join destroy everything no one can stop u until u are not cheating anyone can join destroy everything no one can stop u until u are not cheating ## Unstable Universe URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/unstable-universe Tags: SMP, Survival, Anarchy UNSTABLE SMP SURVIVAL ANARCHY Unstable SMP. ## Rank URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/rank Tags: PvP ## FOREVER world URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/forever-world Tags: Survival, SMP ## frinder URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/frindermcshgg Category: Java Tags: PvP, Java, Bedrock, Modded, Survival hi no rorle hack use ban ## Savage Network URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/savage-network Tags: Survival Discord: https://discord.gg/KSr8MWx3T ## LegendWAR URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/legendwar Category: Java Tags: PvP, Gens, Java ## frinder URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/frinder Category: Java Tags: Lifesteal, Java, Bedrock, India, RPG COME COME ## Join my looksmaxing server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/join-my-looksmaxing-server Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Prison, Java, Vanilla A looksmaxing server ## ArmstrongSTESS2 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/armstrongstess2 Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, Roleplay, Bedrock, Java, India Bigger, Better, Stronger ## LunarMoon URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/lunarmoon Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, Bedrock, Java, Hangout, India Be peaceful like Lunar Moon Just play and hangout with friends ## SEMI HARDCORE V2 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/semi-hardcore-v2 Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, Hardcore, Survival, Bedrock, Economy Server Survival con addons y economia ## Hacking Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/hacking-server Category: Java Tags: Java, PvP HACK HACK HACK ALL WELCOME 1.8 ## 2y2c URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/2y2c Tags: Hardcore, SMP, PvP, Vanilla, Survival ## Rooms Multiplayer URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/rooms-multiplayer Category: Bedrock Tags: Bedrock, Mini Games Un lugar que acechan entidades raras, cuidado Jugador: Llega al final de los Rooms Escóndete en los casileros, sobre las mesas y ten cuidado con las entidades. Entidades: Acecha al jugador que selecciones y atácalo; no dejes que llegue al final. Discord: https://discord.gg/s5qZCC88nB ## Spearful URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/spearful Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Farming, Java, Factions Spearing Server A server with a active community, giveaways and events every Saturday night join today! ## CrimsonPeaks URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crimsonpeaks Tags: PvP, SMP ꜱᴇᴢᴏɴ 2 ɴıɴ ꜱᴀɴᴀ ıʜᴛıʏᴀᴄı ᴠᴀʀ ꜱᴇɴᴅᴇ ɢᴇʟ Hergün Event Oluyor Key Dağıtılıyor LootDrop Yapılıyor ## monarchgames URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/monarchgames Tags: SMP, PvP, Box PvP, Kit PvP, OP Join in Via monarchgames.fun Website: https://www.monarchgames.fun Discord: https://discord.gg/bMspRh62kr ## mc.skinsmp.net URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mc-skinsmp-net Tags: SMP ## TrainingPVP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/trainingpvp Tags: PvP welcome to bp club brother pe ve pe training ## CraftyForest URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/craftyforest Tags: SMP, PvP, Lifesteal, Roleplay, Hardcore ENJOY WITH YOUR NEW FRIENDS GRIND NOW Website: https://discord.gg/nRqJCr4kwc Discord: https://discord.gg/nRqJCr4kwc ## Voidmc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/voidmc Category: Java Tags: SMP, Java, Bedrock Smp Smp voidmc ## CrackedSurvival URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crackedsurvival Category: Java Tags: Java, Survival, Economy, SMP This is a survival backend server of CrackedNetwork, use this ip "crackednetwork.run.place" to join ( crackedsurvival.mcsh.gg ip will not working because its backend IP ) Website: https://www.crackednetwork.run.place ## INTERESTAL URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/interestal Tags: Survival ## TeddyMC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/teddymc Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Lifesteal, Java, Farming ## PrimeMc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/primemc Tags: SMP ## Cazadores URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/cazadores Category: Bedrock Tags: Bedrock, PvP Sobrevive o asesina Cazadores es un asimétrico o "Sobrevivir a un Asesino" que se hizo con las ideas que dan ustedes SOBREVIVIENTES Sobrevivir hasta el final, usando las habilidades que se activan equipadas en mano o usandolas y trabajando en equipo. ASESINOS Ir por los Sobrevivientes y no dejar a nadie, usando las habilidades correctamente. KAIJU STORE Compra tus cosméticos en la "Kaiju Store" por puntos que ganas jugando. HECHO POR : MissCircleLatina y Hunter Studios Discord: https://discord.gg/qVQkfbvZ62 ## TokenSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/tokensmps1 Tags: SMP, Lifesteal, Survival, Economy, India Use ur Powers In this SMP you can use ur Tokens Like powers.. Discord: https://www.discord.gg/BybDys86WT ## novaSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/novasmp Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, Bedrock, Java, Survival, Vanilla survival 🌌 Welcome to NovaSMP! 🌌 Welcome to NovaSMP, a Minecraft SMP community where adventure, creativity, and friendship come together! ⚔️ 🌍 What We Offer - ⛏️ Survival Multiplayer - 🏡 Build your own base and empire - 💎 Economy, shops, and trading - 🏆 Ranks, rewards, and events - 🤝 Make friends and team up with other players - 🎉 Community events and fun challenges - 🛡️ Active staff team and fair gameplay ✨ Our Community Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Minecraft player, there's a place for you here. Join the adventure, build your legacy, and become part of the NovaSMP family! 📜 Community Rules - Respect everyone. - No cheating, hacking, or exploiting. - No spam or harassment. - Follow staff instructions. - Have fun and keep the community friendly! 🚀 Your adventure starts here. 🌌 NovaSMP — Your World. Your Legacy. Your Universe. ## velorasmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/velorasmp Tags: SMP Discord: https://discord.gg/5qYYjKGeS ## No_problem15 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/no-problem15 Tags: Creative, OP swiftharbor ## Water Mc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/water-mc Category: Java Tags: SMP, PvP, Lifesteal, Java, Bedwars Water Mc ## lifestealsmp65 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/lifestealsmp65 Category: Java Tags: SMP, Java, Lifesteal, Survival A friendly life steal server ## 8-E SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/8-e-smp Tags: SMP, Vanilla ## elitmc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/elitmc Tags: Creative ## wahabgod URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/wahabgod Tags: PvP, SMP ## Royal SMP Season 4 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/royal-smp-season-4 Category: Java Tags: SMP, Survival, Vanilla, Java, India Join now | Custom Totems | Cracked | 12 players only | Discord:@epicdestroyerroyal (Apply here) Rules : You know all smp rules just use common sense what is gud and what is wrong :) ## PlushyDotNet URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/plushydotnet Tags: SMP, Hangout, Modded A modded Survival server with a claim system ## SirNourr URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/sirnourr Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, PvP, Bedrock, Economy, Survival The best server in the world This server contains all the legendary add-ons you know and those you don't. ## CosmicRealms URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/cosmicrealms Tags: SMP, Prison, Skyblock, Gens, Simulator مرحبا بجميع العرب عشاق انمي ناروتو هدا مكانك neoforge 26.2.0.89 هدا النوع من السيرفر أنه سيرفر لمود ناروتو neoforge 26.2.0.89 Discord: https://discord.gg/Sq97FY4X6 ## mistersmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mistersmp Tags: Survival ## Kingdom SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/kingdom-smp Tags: PvP, SMP, Farming, Survival, Vanilla ## jojo2014-servievel URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/jojo2014-servievel Tags: Survival ## Weapon only smp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/weapon-only-smp Tags: SMP Waepon danger ## Cave EggPire 2 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/cave-eggpire-2 Category: Java Tags: SMP, Skyblock, Mini Games, Survival, Java A Fun Server For Minigames And Survival And SMP And More, Needs Staff And Builders ## SHADOW MC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/shadow-mc Tags: SMP ## nexvoidv2 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/nexvoidv2 Tags: Farming, SMP, Roleplay, Survival Discord: https://discord.gg/cTq28utbB ## Pedro Caio URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/pedro-caio Category: Bedrock Tags: PvP, Bedrock 🔴🔥 BEM-VINDOS À LIVE! 🔥🔴 ⚡ Salve, tropa! Aqui é o Pedro Caio! 😎 💬 Manda um salve no chat! ❤️ Deixa o like e fortalece a live! ➕ Segue o perfil para não perder as próximas lives! 🎮 Respeito no 🔴🔥 BEM-VINDOS À LIVE! 🔥🔴 ⚡ Salve, tropa! Aqui é o Pedro Caio! 😎 💬 Manda um salve no chat! ❤️ Deixa o like e fortalece a live! ➕ Segue o perfil para não perder as próximas lives! 🎮 Respeito no chat, todo mundo é bem-vindo! 👑 META: CHEGAR LONGE COM ESSA TROPA! 🚀 Bora fortalecer! Compartilha a live com os amigos! 🖤💛 PEDRO CAIO — SÓ EVOLUINDO! ⚡🔥 ## AzureSmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/azuresmp Tags: SMP ## Vanilla Survival URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/vanilla-survival Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, Bedrock, Hangout (WHITELISTED) have fun playing vanilla survival! But.. you need bedrock. Obviously because we use BDS software. ## BA BA DOOK URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/ba-ba-dook Tags: PvP, SMP, Factions, Survival, Modded ## Unknown SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/unknown-smp Tags: PvP, SMP Scripted Scripted SMP ## MACE URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mace Tags: PvP Discord: https://discord.gg/nqS2RJDC3c ## GAMVEXSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/gamvexsmp Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Java, Hardcore, Anarchy THE SERVER BY GAMVEX Discord: https://discord.gg/CvbeZ8kew ## World Play Craft URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/world-play-craft Category: Bedrock Tags: Bedrock, Java, Survival, Roleplay, SMP Jcochcjjcjchhchgdhxhx Nfnfjccncnjxhxhjtjymdjchchcjjckcjcjw4rfuktuksehtsoyrs7tstier64o75owrr7odetusd35atejawjtajtwatwjyekdjtdjtdjyddjydjyddjtddjtdjtedtjetitdfotdykdykrxmyrfkukfyrl64rkydrykdrykdyyrtyzhrsfzsndtsjetsdjtei5roditsjtsutsjrstjestjdtetkdte6frudeide5urawaewhraSiyprtioydurtpro6rifggsysysyshhshhxhxhhxjhhdhx Website: https://www.youtube.com/@Miguel90Z ## CrimsonKingdom URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crimsonkingdom Tags: PvP ## DarkSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/darksmp Tags: Hardcore, PvP, SMP, Factions, Roleplay Bliss smp recreate Every player starts with a gem from bliss smp, no griefing and no hacking, good luck! ## VANILA URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/vanila Category: Java Tags: PvP, Mining, Java, Survival, Vanilla ## deathcoresmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/deathcoresmp Tags: PvP, SMP hardcore ## The Crimson SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/the-crimson-smp Tags: SMP, PvP, Survival, Hangout THE Survival Server. Welcome to the Crimson SMP. PVP Allowed. Teaming allowed (Create Teams with the ALLIED mod.) Base Greifing is NOT ALLOWED. Waypointing your base is allowed, but waypointing other member's bases are NOT allowed. sharing base locations is NOT ALLOWED. Racism and NSFW is NOT ALLOWED. Java 26.2 only. Bedrock crossplay supported (I think) Clients are allowed (Modrinth, Feather, Lunar, Dawn, etc) Health Indicators are allowed Input, crystal, totem, pearl, wind charge, or any optimizer of the sort is BANNED. Hosted in Portland, USA. (Na West) Website: https://www.youtube.com/@Light-s4g ## One Live SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/one-live-smp Tags: SMP ## mineore URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mineore Tags: PvP, Lifesteal, Economy, Vanilla Best smp forever §b§l✦ MINEORE ✦ §r §a⚔ Survival §8| §eAdventure §8| §dFun §b✦ §fJoin & Start Your Journey! ## worldsmp1 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/worldsmp1 Tags: SMP, PvP, Creative ## KGT Survival Bedrock URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/kgt-survival-bedrock Tags: Survival, Vanilla, Hangout Freindly Survival For All Player Discord: https://discord.gg/FHbvC38A6 ## SCHOOL SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/school-smp Category: Bedrock Tags: PvP, SMP, Bedrock, Survival, Roleplay A pvp bedrock server ## bosslive URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bossmcshgg Tags: SMP, Tycoon, Bedwars, Parkour, Lifesteal rd32r32 32r32 ## wmffa URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/wmffa Tags: PvP ## crafty URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/crafty Category: Bedrock Tags: Bedrock, Survival a survival and frinedly server a survival and frinedly server with mods ## SolarFaresmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/solarfaresmp Category: Java Tags: Lifesteal, PvP, Earth, Java, Bedrock welcome to solare flare SMP Discord: https://discord.gg/eZtVh2vp4 ## EGF SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/egf-smp Tags: SMP ## carrobu URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/carrobu Tags: SMP ## LoraNW URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/loranw Tags: SMP, PvP ## MineSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/minesmp Tags: SMP, Vanilla, Dungeon, Survival, Lifesteal Український Minecraft-сервер для тих, хто любить виживання, пригоди й серйозні випробування. 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Discord: https://discord.gg/mzF5Qk594f ## Idkletsee URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/idkletsee Tags: SMP, Creative, PvP, Survival Smp pvp and costom weapons focused ITs just a smp with a couple plugins ## Vaulttsmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/vaulttsmp Tags: SMP economy ## BlockyHaven URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/blockyhaven Category: Bedrock Tags: SMP, PvP, Lifesteal, Bedrock ## NewLatamDeath URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/newlatamdeath Tags: Dungeon, Survival, PvE, PvP PermaDeath ## miguel12 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/miguel12 Tags: PvP miguel12 miguel12 bienvenido xd ## GAMVEX SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/gamvex-smp Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Java, Anarchy, Survival ## SURVIVE SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/survive-smp Tags: SMP, PvP, Creative, Prison, Farming ## Chujvival URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/chujvival Tags: PvP, SMP, Creative, Hangout, Lifesteal ## Bugsafio2 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bugsafio2 Category: Bedrock Tags: Roleplay, Modded, Bedrock ¡Bugsafio 2, disfruta! Bugsafio 2 es un servidor que intenta recrear la experiencia de Dedsafio Minecraft 4, intentamos dar la mejor experiencia a nuestros jugadores y contamos con un decente cantidad de staff. ## Chillout URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/chillout Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Java, Mining, PvE ## BestEcoHere URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bestecohere Tags: SMP, Economy, Vanilla, Survival ## Toodledotcom URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/toodledotcom Tags: SMP, Economy Pure vanilla survival, zero mods, maximum fun. Welcome to our newly migrated modded Minecraft survival server! Built from the ground up to offer a seamless, lag-free experience, this world is a carefully crafted playground designed for exploration, complex automation, and community collaboration. Step into a vibrant world featuring expanded biomes, custom dimensions like the overhauled Nether and End, and an extensive collection of Fabric mods that elevate traditional gameplay into an unforgettable sandbox adventure. This server is built for close friends, passionate builders, redstone engineers, and modding enthusiasts who want a friendly, relaxed environment to play together. Whether you are looking to construct massive automated factories, build sprawling detailed bases across untouched terrain, or embark on dangerous boss fights deep within custom dungeons, there is a place for you here. We welcome players of all experience levels who value teamwork, creativity, and a respectful community spirit. Friday nights are when our server truly comes alive! Every Friday evening, members gather for host-led events, group dimension raids, chaos-filled minigames, and community building projects. It is the designated time when everyone hops into voice chat to work on joint mega-builds, trade rare resources, or venture together into uncharted lands. Copy and paste this description straight into your listing box! ## ECONOMYSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/economysmp Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Java, Survival, Economy ## Pizza smp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/pizza-smp Tags: SMP, Economy ## zartzurtkakacis URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/zartzurtkakacis Tags: Survival, Vanilla, SMP, Modded ## FAKE DONUT SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/fake-donut-smp Category: Java Tags: SMP, India, Java, Economy, Survival FAKE DONUT SMP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FAKE DONUT SMP!!! ## MegaSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/megasmp Tags: PvP, SMP, Lifesteal, Survival, Economy A economy PVP server Survive bruh ## Spectralsmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/spectralsmp Tags: Survival A peacefull survival server ## hamid7_YT URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/hamid7-yt Tags: SMP hamid7_YT wanna join my server pls ## NPVP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/npvp Tags: Modded, PvP ## Exon Lifesteal URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/exon-lifesteal Category: Java Tags: SMP, Lifesteal, Java, Bedrock Lifesteal Server Find a brand new Lifesteal server? Join there Twist: Here also have a safe zone on spawn there we need to play peaceful. When you died naturally you don't loose your heart but when kills player then you loose your heart. Why joined? Fully optimized server. Economy + Auction house Via version + backwords Java + bedrock Cracked allowed with login security. Join the Lifesteal Server if you want Discord: https://discord.gg/FUtKSFWCXK ## VoidXMCProxy URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/voidxmcproxy Tags: SMP, Farming ## Ataraxia URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/ataraxia Tags: Survival ## XinfernoXMC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/xinfernoxmc Category: Java Tags: Box, PvP, Mining, Java, Bedrock Beat the infernos? Dominate PvP Grind Mine Good Luck ## HCOS SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/hcos-smp Tags: SMP, Modded, PvP, Hangout The HCOS SMP. Server dependencies: Minecraft Java 26.2 Fabric launcher Meilon's the sift mod (Latest Version) DL: https://modrinth.com/mod/mielons-the-sift/versions Discord: https://discord.gg/veJfjsMctm ## URC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/urc Tags: Simulator Core Game deving and testing server Discord: https://discord.gg/dCqwdykVBb ## Unstable URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/unstable Tags: SMP, Kit PvP, Roleplay, PvP, Factions Unstable SMP. Discord: https://discord.gg/KnGGJY3rZ7 ## lostmc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/lostmc Tags: Survival ## Ronish12344 URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/ronish12344 Tags: SMP ## Tanny URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/tanny Tags: PvP ## XadeSMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/xadesmp Tags: SMP, Farming, Economy, PvP Welcome to XadeSMP — a competitive survival SMP built around economy and PvP. Trade on the auction house, fill buy orders, use the shop, and cash out with /sell. Place and claim bounties, open common crates (1 key every hour), and show your rank on the tablist. Features: Money & shards economy, Shop / AH / Orders, Bounty system, Hourly crate keys, Scoreboard, Protected spawn, Ranks from Member to Owner. IP: xadesmp.mcsh.gg Discord: https://discord.gg/6kvRr4vXT ## SilentSanctum URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/silentsanctum Tags: PvP ## SilentHarbor URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/silentharbor Tags: PvP, SMP, Farming, Anarchy, Survival The War Never Ends, Only the Victors Change. ## MylesMC URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mylesmc Category: Java Tags: PvP, SMP, Skyblock, Java, Box PvP Türkiye sunucusu ## trhrtersmp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/trhrtersmp Tags: SMP a smp server smp made my trhrt ## bettervoid URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/bettervoid Category: Java Tags: PvP, Java The best Void Server ## CLASS SMP URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/classmc-eduk Tags: SMP Class dismissed, time to craft Welcome to CLASS SMP—the ultimate hangout zone built by blockmates, for blockmates. Whether you're here to skip the stress of exams, build massive group projects out of pure cobblestone, or just chat while surviving your first night, this is your home away from the lecture hall. Grab your tools, claim your land, and let's see who builds the best base. Class is officially dismissed! Discord: https://discord.gg/xpKKccMA ## mingdode.lc URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/mingdode-lc Tags: Creative A not so new ones Nothing ## Barismp URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/barismp Category: Bedrock Tags: Economy, SMP, Bedrock, Java, Survival An economy survival smp with no players :/ ## psgamingmax URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/servers/psgamingmax Tags: India, Survival, SMP A survival SMP :( Website: https://discord.gg/dH5rDqwEr9 Discord: https://discord.gg/dH5rDqwEr9 # Community guides ## How to Migrate your old MCServerHost account. URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-migrate-your-old-mcserverhost-account Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: account, migration, mcserverhost, new mcserverhost Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-10-13 How to Migrate your old MCServerHost account to the new MCServerHost. We have been hard at work building a brand new MCServerHost, and it is a much more stable system with a long list of new features and improvements. Because of that, everyone will eventually need to migrate their account from the old site at https://legacy.mcserverhost.com/ over to the new one at https://mcserverhost.com/. The move itself only takes a minute or two and costs nothing, and your balance and saved cards come along with you. Your servers do not travel across on their own though, so you will need to back up your worlds and other server files and delete your old servers before you can migrate. This guide walks you through what moves, what stays, how to back up your data, and how to finish the migration. --- ## What Moves and What Stays Before you start, it helps to know exactly what carries over and what does not. You can also find this same breakdown on the migration page itself. **What moves to the new MCServerHost:** * **Your account:** your username, email and password. * **Your balance:** whatever is currently in your wallet (for example, $0.00). * **Your saved cards.** * **Your forum profile:** your picture, banner, role and description. **What stays behind on the old site:** * **Your servers.** * **Access to servers other people shared with you.** * **Two-factor authentication** (you will need to set this up again on the new site). * **Invoices and payment history.** * **Sign-in connections.** > **Note:** Your servers do not move across, and you cannot take your account with you until you have deleted them. That makes this the most important step to plan for, so make sure you back everything up first. --- ## Backing Up Your Server Before You Migrate Since your servers stay on the old site, anything that only exists on them, such as your worlds, plugins, mods and configuration files, will not follow you. Before you delete anything, take a copy of everything you want to keep so you can restore it on a fresh server at the new MCServerHost. The easiest way to grab your files is over SFTP, which lets you connect to your server and download entire folders straight to your computer. We have a full walkthrough for that here: [How to Use SFTP with MCServerHost](https://mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-sftp-with-mcserverhost). If you only need your world, you can follow this guide instead: [How to Download Your Minecraft World from Your Server](https://mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-download-your-minecraft-world-from-your-server). Either way, the goal is the same. Get a copy of your data onto your own device before you remove your old servers. --- ## Deleting Your Servers Once your data is safely backed up, you need to clear out every server on your account before the migration will let you through. There are two ways to do this. * **Cancel your subscription:** If your server is on a paid plan, cancelling the subscription removes the server from your account. * **Delete the server:** You can also delete a server directly, which has the same effect. When you cancel a subscription or delete a server, the remaining time left in your billing cycle is reimbursed straight back to your MCServerHost account balance. This is based purely on the time remaining and not on your usage, so think of it like rent: you get the unused portion back, no matter how much you used the server. Because your balance moves with your account, that refunded amount comes along to the new site as well. --- ## Moving Your Account to the New MCServerHost With your servers deleted and your data backed up, you are ready to migrate. 1. Log in to your account on the old site at https://legacy.mcserverhost.com/ and navigate to https://legacy.mcserverhost.com/account/migrate. 2. In the **Password** field, enter your account password to confirm it is really you. 3. Click the **Move my account** button. ![Entering your password and clicking Move my account](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/twvj23igutg2kuh3h6gvkhpwru-1090x389.webp) 4. You are then taken across to the new MCServerHost. --- ## Conclusion Migrating to the new MCServerHost is quick and free, and it moves your account, balance, saved cards and forum profile across without any hassle. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your account or server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Ban, Kick and Mute Players on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-ban-kick-and-mute-players-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: commands, moderation Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-10-06 How to Ban, Kick and Mute Players on Your Minecraft Server at MCServerHost # How to Ban, Kick and Mute Players on Your Minecraft Server Every Minecraft server runs into the same handful of troublemakers sooner or later: the griefer who wipes out your players' builds, the hacker flying around in creative mode, and the one who fills chat with advertisement after advertisement. The good news is that all of that can be handled with a few simple commands straight from your server console or in-game chat. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to kick, ban and IP ban players, how to mute someone in chat, and how to undo any of it if you make a mistake. --- ## Kicking a Player A kick removes a player from the server, but it does not stop them from coming back. Think of it as a temporary warning that gets them out of your world immediately. Kicks are perfect for cooldown breakers or players who are not following the rules yet that you want to stop right now without banning them permanently. 1. Log in to your **MCServerHost dashboard** and select your server. 2. Go to the **Console** tab. 3. In the command input field, type: `kick PlayerName Breaking the rules` 4. Press **Enter**. The player is removed from the server instantly. You can also add a reason after the player's name, exactly like in the example above. The reason is shown to the player on the disconnect screen. If you leave the reason out, the player will simply be told they were `Kicked by an operator`. --- ## Banning a Player A ban adds a player to your server's ban list, which stops them from connecting again. 1. In the same **Console** tab, type the following command: `ban PlayerName Using an unfair advantage` 2. Press **Enter**. Minecraft confirms the ban in the console, and the player is turned away the next time they try to connect. Much like a kick, the reason is optional and is displayed to the banned player, to all operators in chat, and in the server logs. Without a reason, Minecraft uses `Banned by an operator`. --- ## Banning an IP Address Ban lists in Minecraft are stored against player profiles, so banning a name does nothing if the person simply makes a new account. That is where IP bans come in. They block every connection coming from a specific IP address, including alt accounts on the same network. To ban an IP address, use the `ban-ip` command: `ban-ip 192.168.1.25` To make it much easier, you can also use the username of a player who is **currently online** on your server, and Minecraft will ban the IP they are connected from: `ban-ip PlayerName Connecting from a banned account` --- ## Checking Your Ban Lists If you are ever unsure about who is currently banned, you can pull up the full list straight from the console with the `banlist` command: `banlist` This returns every banned player and IP on the server. You can also check one of the two lists specifically: `banlist players` `banlist ips` --- ## Unbanning Players and IP Addresses Banning someone is not the end of the story. You can undo any ban in a couple of seconds. To remove a player from your ban list, use the `pardon` command with their username: `pardon PlayerName` To unban an IP address, use `pardon-ip` instead: `pardon-ip 192.168.1.25` --- ## Muting a Player in Chat Minecraft has no built-in mute command. The vanilla game gives you full control over who can join your server, but once a player is inside, there is no way to stop them from typing in chat. The easiest way is to use a plugin, such as **EssentialsX**, which is one of the most popular utility plugins on Minecraft servers. If you have not set it up yet, our guide on [How to Set Up EssentialsX on Your Minecraft Server](/community/guides/how-to-set-up-essentialsx-on-your-minecraft-server) walks you through the whole process. Once it is running, you can mute a player from chat with: `/mute PlayerName 30m Spamming chat` The format is `/mute [duration] [reason]`, so the duration always comes directly after the player's name. You can use `m` for minutes, `h` for hours, and `d` for days, and leaving the duration out entirely mutes the player permanently until you lift it. To undo it, use `/unmute PlayerName`. --- ## Where Bans Are Stored Everything you ban is written to two JSON files in the root directory of your server. * `banned-players.json`: the name, UUID, reason and date for every banned player * `banned-ips.json`: the same details for every banned IP address --- If you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Write a Guide That Gets Approved URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-write-a-guide-that-gets-approved Category: Other Difficulty: beginner Tags: Guides, Writing, Markdown, Formatting, Screenshots Byline: mcserverhost · 2026-09-28 Learn what staff look for in a guide and how to fill in each field so yours is approved. Anyone with an MCServerHost account can write a guide. Staff read every guide before it goes live, and they approve guides that work, cover every step and are easy to follow. This guide goes through each part of the editor and lists what staff check, so your guide can be approved the first time you submit it. ## Before you start - Sign in to your MCServerHost account. The **Write a guide** button only appears when you are signed in. - Search the guides for your topic. If a guide already covers it, write about something that guide leaves out, or add your tip as a comment on it. - Test every step on a server before you write it down. A free server is enough for most topics. ## Open the editor 1. Go to **Community**, then **Guides**. 2. Click **Write a guide**. ![The guides toolbar with the My articles and Write a guide buttons](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/gymkzct3u5udpdtpd4yiduco6q-1400x77.webp) The editor has two parts. In the main part, you write the title, the summary and the guide itself. In the panels beside it, or below it on a phone, you choose the category, difficulty, tags and cover image. The editor keeps a copy of your work while the tab is open, so reloading the page does not lose it. Only **Save draft** stores the guide on your account. ## Write a clear title Readers see the title first, in the guide list and in search results. - Say what the reader will be able to do. "How to Set Up Ranks with LuckPerms" tells readers more than "LuckPerms". - Use title case, like the other guides: start each main word with a capital letter. - Spell plugin, mod and software names the way their authors do, such as EssentialsX, LuckPerms and GeyserMC. - Keep it short enough to read at a glance. The editor allows up to 200 characters, but most good titles are under 60. The address of your guide comes from its title. "How to Set Up Ranks with LuckPerms" becomes `/community/guides/how-to-set-up-ranks-with-luckperms`. ## Write the description The **Summary** field is your guide's description. It appears under the title on the guide's card, at the top of the guide and in search results. - Write one sentence that says what the reader gets from the guide. - Do not repeat the title. The guide page hides a summary that only repeats the title. - Aim for about 100 characters. Cards show two lines of the summary and cut off the rest. | Weak summary | Strong summary | |---|---| | How to Set Up EssentialsX on Your Minecraft Server | Set up homes, warps, kits and a spawn point with the most popular utility plugin. | | A guide about backups. | Schedule automatic backups so a bad update never costs you your world. | This is how the title, summary, category, difficulty and first three tags look on a card: ![A guide card with a cover, title, summary, category, difficulty and tags](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/yjmjjnnnjqgz5ozibjjehd5aue-520x443.webp) ## Choose the category and difficulty Readers filter the guide list by category, so pick the one that fits what your reader wants to do. | Category | Use it for | |---|---| | Getting started | First steps on MCServerHost: accounts, creating and joining a server, files and basic settings | | Gameplay | Worlds, game rules and plugins that change how the game plays | | Mods | Mods, modpacks and plugins that add new content | | Performance | Lag, RAM, TPS and finding what slows a server down | | Networking | Domains, ports, proxies such as Velocity, and ping | | Billing | Plans, payments and subscriptions | | Other | Anything that fits none of the categories above | Then set the **Difficulty**: - **Beginner**: the reader needs no experience, and the steps use the panel or simple commands. - **Intermediate**: the reader edits config files or installs and sets up plugins or mods. - **Advanced**: the reader works with proxies, databases, several servers or scripts. ![The Details and Cover image panels, filled in](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/xkzwwgz2hzoyse3dxlq3ovflqq-440x936.webp) ## Add tags Tags group guides on the same topic. Readers can click a tag on a card to see every guide that has it. - Type your tags in the **Tags** field, separated by commas. You can add up to 8. - Put the most important tag first. Cards show only the first three. - Use the words readers search for: the plugin or mod, the server software (such as Paper or Fabric) and the topic (such as Permissions or Backups). - Reuse the tags other guides already have, spelled the same way. Tags are case-sensitive, so `Paper` and `paper` are two different tags. - A tag starts with a letter or a number and is up to 32 characters long. It can contain letters, numbers, spaces and the characters `_ . / + -`. ## Add a cover image Every guide needs a cover. A guide without one shows an empty box in the guide list. - Make it wide, about three times as wide as it is tall, such as 1200 × 400 pixels. - Keep the title and any logo in the middle. The guide list and the guide page trim the edges to fit. - A short title with the logo of the plugin or mod works well. Only use images you made or have permission to use. - Use a PNG, JPEG, WebP or GIF file of up to 10 MB. The site makes a smaller copy for each screen, so you do not need to shrink the file first. Under **Cover image**, click **Add a cover**. Choose **Upload** to pick a file from your computer, **Link** to copy an image from another site, or **Your images** to use one you added before, then click **Add image**. You can also drag a file onto the cover box. The editor shows the cover once it is saved. **Replace cover** changes it, and **Remove cover** takes it off. ## Format the guide Write the guide in the **Guide** box, in Markdown. The buttons above the box add the most common formatting for you. ![The Write tab with a title, a summary, the Image button and a guide written in Markdown](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/axwveiwo4n74ltfqi5ss7marqq-1200x1416.webp) | To get | Type | |---|---| | A section heading | `## Install the plugin` | | A smaller heading | `### Step 1: Download the file` | | **Bold** text | `**File Manager**` | | *Italic* text | `*optional*` | | A numbered list | `1. Open the File Manager.` | | A bulleted list | `- Paper or Purpur` | | A link | `[Paper downloads](https://papermc.io/downloads)` | | An image | Click **Image**, described under [Add screenshots](#add-screenshots) | | Code inside a sentence | `` `server.properties` `` | | A note | `> Tested on Paper 1.21.4.` | For a block of code or a config file, put three backticks on the line above it and on the line below it: ~~~ ```yaml view-distance: 8 ``` ~~~ For a table, put a pipe between the cells and a row of dashes under the first row: ``` | Setting | Value | |---|---| | view-distance | 8 | ``` Follow these rules and your guide will read like the rest of the library: - Start with one or two sentences that say what the guide does and who it is for. The page already shows your title, so do not repeat it as a heading. - Use `##` for each main section and `###` for the steps inside one. Every heading is listed under **On this page** on the guide, so name each one after what its section does. A single `#` heading becomes a `##`. - Number steps that happen in order, and use bullets when the order does not matter. Put one action in each step. - Put the exact names of buttons, tabs and fields in bold, as they appear on screen, such as **File Manager** or **Save**. - Put commands, file names, folder names and settings in code, such as `/lp editor`, `server.properties` and the `plugins` folder. - Put config files and console output in a code block. - Do not use HTML. Tags such as `
` show up as plain text. - Start every link with `https://`, or with `/` for a page on this site. Other links, such as `mailto:` links, show up as plain text. Before you submit, open the **Preview** tab. It shows the guide the way readers will see it, with its list of sections. ![The Preview tab showing headings, lists, code and a table](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/7aeyuctmpeljviy2db7qar2xrm-1174x1600.webp) ## Add screenshots A screenshot shows the reader where to click. Add one for each step where the reader has to find a button, a tab or a setting. 1. In the **Guide** box, click the empty line where the image should go. 2. Click **Image** above the box. **Add an image** opens. 3. Choose where the image comes from: - **Upload**: drop a file on the box, or click **Choose a file**. - **Link**: paste the address of an image on another site into **Image link**. The site keeps its own copy, so the image still works if the other site deletes it. - **Your images**: pick an image you added before. 4. Type what the image shows under **Description**, then click **Add image**. ![Add an image with a screenshot chosen and its description filled in](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/4kabhykg7dwsjtmidjj5ncv63i-900x977.webp) The editor adds a line such as `![The Upload button in the File Manager](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/…)`. Keep the part in round brackets as it is. It is where your image lives on MCServerHost. You can also paste a screenshot straight into the **Guide** box, or drag image files onto it. Each one shows as `![Uploading image…]()` until it has uploaded. Then type a description between its square brackets. If you type an image link yourself, such as `![What the image shows](https://example.com/image.png)`, the site copies that image when your guide goes live. - The site takes PNG, JPEG, WebP and GIF files of up to 10 MB. It shrinks large images, and removes the camera and location details that phones store in photos. - Crop each screenshot to the part that matters. - Hide anything private before you add it: email addresses, IP addresses, passwords, and your SFTP or RCON details. - Describe every image. Screen readers read the description aloud, and it appears when the image cannot load. - Upload screenshots from Discord as files. Discord image links stop working after a while, and the site cannot copy an image from a link that no longer works. ## Write so anyone can follow it - Write for someone who has never done this before. Explain a word they might not know the first time you use it. - Keep your sentences short, with one step in each. - Say what the reader should see after a step, such as "The console shows `Done` when the server has started." - Use placeholders such as `play.example.com` for addresses and names, and say what to replace them with. - Say which versions you tested, such as "Tested on Paper 1.21.4 with LuckPerms 5.4". Readers and staff can then tell when a guide needs an update. - Link to the official download page or documentation instead of copying it. - Write the guide yourself. Staff send back guides copied from other sites or guides. - If an AI tool helped you write, test every step yourself. Staff send back guides with steps that do not work. - Check your spelling and grammar. Your browser's spell check finds most mistakes, and a free tool such as [LanguageTool](https://languagetool.org) finds more. ## Check the search settings Under **Search appearance**, **Address** shows where your guide will live. Click **Edit address and SEO** to change these: - **URL slug** is the last part of the address. Leave it blank to follow the title. - **SEO title** and **SEO description** are what search engines show. Leave them blank to use your title and summary. The site adds "Guides | MCServerHost" after the title, so do not add the site's name yourself. ![The Search appearance and Publishing panels](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/exu4opt7jjnpuwvwhxqzcggjwi-440x500.webp) ## Submit your guide - **Save draft** keeps the guide private to you. Save as often as you like. - **Submit for review** sends it to staff. Readers see nothing until staff approve it. To follow your guides, click **My articles** on the guides page. Its filters show what is **Live**, what is **Waiting on staff**, your **Drafts** and what was **Sent back**. ![My articles with a live guide, a guide waiting on staff and a guide that was sent back](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/y6u5t4k6yehwxgl3kwqqyjrhgu-1400x605.webp) When staff send a guide back, **Updates** tells you, and the reason appears under the guide's title. Fix what the reason names, click **Edit** and submit the guide again. You can keep improving a guide after it goes live. Your changes go to staff as a proposal, and readers keep seeing the live version until staff approve them. Use **Change note** to tell staff what you changed and why. Readers can vote on whether your guide helped them, leave comments and report problems. Check your guide from time to time, and update it when something changes. ## What gets a guide sent back Staff send a guide back when: - A step does not work, or a step is missing. - It describes buttons, pages or versions that have changed. - It has no cover, category, difficulty or tags, or its summary repeats the title. - It is one long block of text with no headings or lists. - A screenshot shows private details. - It is copied from another guide or website. - It advertises a server, a host, a shop or a referral link. - An existing guide already covers the topic, and the new guide adds nothing to it. ## Checklist before you submit - The title says what the reader can do, in title case. - The summary is one sentence and does not repeat the title. - You chose a category and a difficulty. - You added 3 to 5 tags, spelled like the tags other guides use. - The guide has a wide cover, with the title and any logo in the middle. - The guide starts with a short introduction and uses `##` headings. - Steps are numbered and name buttons and fields in bold. - Every screenshot was added with **Image**, has a description and shows nothing private. - You tested every step and said which versions you used. - You read the guide in the **Preview** tab and fixed any mistakes. If you have a question about writing a guide, ask it on the [Questions](/community/questions) board. ## How to add Add-Ons to your bedrock server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-add-add-ons-to-your-bedrock-server Byline: GoldenHawk8813 · 2026-09-27 Easily install Add-Ons to your bedrock server! Most people use Java Servers, but in the chance you are not using a Java Server, here's how to add add-ons into your bedrock server! **| Step 1: Finding the Add-Ons tab** -> If you wish to add add-ons, first things first, you need to find the add-ons tab. It is found under the "Minecraft" tab, as shown in the screenshot below. ![Alt Text](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1538339988440096868/1553519986427822301/image.png?ex=6ab98bbb&is=6ab83a3b&hm=c36e8de2046a8a0299027354c3037f84c89c96d2325a7aee091346789d752a3a&) **| Step 2: Finding the Add-On you want to add, and how to add it** -> Finding the Add-On is simple. Simply type the Add-On name into the search bar at the top of the page. Or! If you don't know what you want to add and want to check out some new things, you can always scroll through the pages and see if there is anything that catches your eye! -> To install the Add-On, you click [or tap if your on mobile] on the add-on, press the version you wish to install, lastly, press Install Pack! ![Alt Text](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1538339988440096868/1553520547940401253/image.png?ex=6ab98c41&is=6ab83ac1&hm=1b0ad5bc5068e4a8929234e2c618017896a42e22f4bd768a07cb15eab89a4f1b&) **| Step 3: Testing & Using the Add-On** -> To test the Add-On after installation, restart your server, load in game, and use the "trigger" (the thing that causes the add-on to work), if the trigger works, the add-on is good to go! If it doesn't work, **make sure** that you are using the trigger correctly, 9 times out of 10 people do the wrong trigger! -> If the add-on doesn't work, you can look at your Console for any errors that say "[Add-on] needs [version] but is currently on [outdated or too new] version! ~ Some add-ons require later builds of minecraft, but some require earlier. Make sure to read the requirements! **| Step 4: Finishing up** -> After the add-on is installed, you may or may not need to configure your add-on further. -> By navigating to your File Manager, then clicking behaviour_packs, to find your add-on, just scroll through that folder and click on the one that has nearly the same name as your add-on. [Names slightly change for add-ons.] -> After you find it, it may have a config.yml, if it doesn't, that means you do not need to configure it from the panel, or may not need to configure it at all! **~ If you need additional help, please contact me! - Storm You can also open a ticket in the [MCServerHost Discord](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost)**, or email us at support@mcserverhost.com ! ## How Minecraft's Tick System Works URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-minecraft-s-tick-system-works Difficulty: beginner Tags: tick, ticks, tick system, minecraft, mechanics Byline: Emma · 2026-09-21 Learn more about how the tick system works. ## Introduction Minecraft may look like a game that runs continuously, but a lot of what happens in the world is processed in distinct steps called **ticks**. Understanding ticks helps explain everything from Redstone and crop growth to mob behavior and server lag. ## Understanding Ticks In Minecraft, the game normally tries to run at **20 Ticks Per Second (TPS)**. That means one game tick occurs every **50 milliseconds**. A tick is essentially one step of the game's simulation. During a tick, Minecraft processes things that need to happen in the world, such as entity movement, AI, block updates, Redstone logic, scheduled events and other game mechanics. At 20 TPS: * **1 tick = 0.05 seconds** * **20 ticks = 1 second** * **1,200 ticks = 1 minute** * **72,000 ticks = 1 Minecraft hour** Although it's worth mentioning that not everything happens in every tick. Different systems use different types of updates and schedules. ## Game Ticks Every game tick, the server processes loaded entities and other scheduled game logic. A mob might update its AI, a player might move, a furnace might progress toward smelting an item and scheduled block events may be processed. Minecraft's target is 20 TPS, servers can fall below that however if they have too much work to process. For example, if a server takes 100 milliseconds to process what should have been one tick, it can only manage around 10 TPS instead of 20. This is where **MSPT (MilliSeconds Per Tick)** becomes useful. At 20 TPS, the server needs to complete each tick in **50 ms or less**. If a tick takes longer than 50 ms, the server begins falling behind. ## Redstone Ticks Redstone has its own concept of timing. Many Redstone components operate according to game ticks, but some mechanisms introduce delays measured in ticks. A standard Redstone repeater can be configured from **1 to 4 Redstone ticks**, with each Redstone tick corresponding to 2 game ticks. Therefore: * **1 redstone tick = 2 game ticks = 0.1 seconds** * **4 redstone ticks = 8 game ticks = 0.4 seconds** This is why a repeater's maximum delay is 0.4 seconds. Redstone also interacts with Minecraft's **block update system**, which is responsible for notifying blocks that something around them has changed. ## Random Ticks Some mechanics don't need to be checked every game tick. Instead, Minecraft uses **random ticks** for certain blocks. Random ticks are responsible for mechanics such as: * **Crop growth** * **Grass and mycelium spreading** * **Leaf decay** * **Fire spreading** * **Certain plant growth** * **Snow and ice behavior** The number of random block updates can be influenced by the `randomTickSpeed` gamerule. Increasing it can make crops and other random-tick mechanics happen more frequently, but it does **not** make the entire game run faster. ## Scheduled Ticks Minecraft also has **scheduled block ticks**, The allow blocks to tell the game that something should happen after a certain delay. For example, fluids can schedules updates for themselves, allowing water and lava to propagate through the world without the game having to constantly process every fluid block. This system is one reason Minecraft can simulate a huge world without checking every possible interaction every single tick. ## What Happens When a Server Lags If a server cannot finish its work within 50 ms, its TPS can drop. Suppose a tick takes 75 ms. The server is now processing only about 13.3 ticks per second instead of the intended 20. Players may notice: * **Delayed block breaking** * **Slow Redstone** * **Mobs moving strangely** * **Delayed item pickups** * **Blocks appearing to "snap back"** * **Commands taking longer to respond** The important distinction is that **TPS and ping are not the same thing**. Ping measures network latency between the player and server, while TPS measures how quickly the server is processing its simulation. ## How to Upload Files to Your MCServerHost Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-upload-files-to-your-mcserverhost-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: File, Upload, SFTP Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-09-17 Learn how to upload files to your Minecraft server. Uploading files to your server is a simple way to add plugins, mods, configurations, worlds, resource packs, scripts, and other server related files. MCServerHost provides two ways to upload files to your server: the **built in File Manager** and **SFTP**. Choose the method that works best for you. # Built in File Manager The built in File Manager lets you upload files directly from the MCServerHost panel without using any additional software. ### Select Your Server 1. Log in to your MCServerHost account and select the server you want to manage. 2. Open the File Manager from your server panel. ![](https://i.imgur.com/knCBPQP.png) ### Select a Directory Navigate to the folder where you want to upload your file. | File Type | Directory | |-----------|-----------| | Plugins | `plugins/` | | Mods | `mods/` | | World | `root` | ### Upload the File 1. Click the Upload button and select a file from your computer, or drag and drop your file. ![](https://i.imgur.com/FAD9yFB.png) 2. Wait for the upload to finish before leaving the page. # SFTP SFTP lets you manage and upload larger server files using a dedicated client such as WinSCP or any compatible application. ### Get your SFTP Credentials Open your File Manager and select SFTP to view your servers SFTP connection credentials. ![](https://i.imgur.com/z1YxS6H.png) | Field | Description | |------------|------------------------------------| | Host | Your server's hostname or IP | | Port | SFTP port (always `2022`) | | Username | Your SFTP username | | Password | Your MCServerHost password | ### Connect to Your Server 1. Open your preferred SFTP client. 2. Enter the connection credentials. ![](https://i.imgur.com/BxIzcax.png) 3. Once connected, browse your servers file structure. ### Upload Your File 1. Locate the file on your computer. 2. Upload it to appropriate server directory. 3. Wait for the transfer to complete and verify the file. > For a more detailed explanation, please refer to our guide: [How to Use SFTP with MCServerHost](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-sftp-with-mcserverhost) You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, you know how to upload files to your MCServerHost server using both the built-in File Manager and SFTP. Grab your friends and start playing! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Install Plugins on Your Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-plugins-on-your-server Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: Plugins, Server Management Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-09-13 Installing plugins on your server is quick and straightforward. This guide covers the two main methods to get your plugins up and running. Have you ever wanted to expand your server's features with custom gameplay mechanics or unique systems? Installing plugins is the best way to customize your Minecraft world, this guide covers the two main methods to get your plugins up and running. # Before You Start Before installing a plugin, make sure your server is running compatible software such as Paper, Purpur. Plugins generally will not work on Vanilla or Fabric/Forge. # The Built-In Panel Installer This is the simplest and most direct way to install plugins without needing to download or upload the files manually 1. Open your MCServerHost Dashboard. 2. Select **Plugins**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/CSoVn3x.png) 3. Search for your plugin. ![](https://i.imgur.com/wSvcK2i.png) 4. Install your plugin in one click. ![](https://i.imgur.com/09WcbKH.png) 5. Restart your server ![](https://i.imgur.com/On5jCDI.png) > **Note:** If the specific plugin you are looking for is not listed in the panel installer, proceed to the other method. # Manual Upload If a plugin is custom built or missing from the built-in downloader you can download and upload it yourself. 1. Download the plugin from a trusted source (Such as Modrinth or SpigotMC) 2. Select the same version & software as your server 3. Open the file manager 4. Upload the file in your `plugins/` folder ![](https://i.imgur.com/C3h1i4t.png) 5. Restart your server. ![](https://i.imgur.com/On5jCDI.png) You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, you know how to easily install any plugin using either the built-in panel repository or manually. Grab your friends and play with your newly downloaded plugins! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## Resetting The End in Minecraft URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/end-reset Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: reset, resetting, end, end dimension Byline: Emma · 2026-09-13 Learn how to safely reset The End dimension without affecting the Overworld. ## Introduction You may want to **reset your End dimension** for a number of reasons. **End cities get looted,** the Ender Dragon fight can **get stuck in a weird state** and players run out of reasons to go back. This guide will help you **reset The End,** without bothering the Overworld or the Nether. ## Before You Start Before starting the reset process, **consider doing the following:** - **Back up your world first.** Consider following other guides for doing this: **[Complete Guide to Server Snapshots on MCServerHost](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/snapshots)** **[How to Download Your Minecraft World from Your Server](beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-download-your-minecraft-world-from-your-server)** - If it's a Multiplayer server, **Warn your players** if anyone has any unclaimed loot or an unopened dragon egg is in The End. - Ender Chests will **not be affected** by the reset. Their contents belong to the player, **not the dimension.** ## Reset The End (Vanilla, 26.1+) 1. **Stop the server** from your panel. ![](https://i.imgur.com/gPt8FgV.png) 2. Open your **File Manager** (or connect **[via SFTP](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-download-your-minecraft-world-from-your-server)**). ![](https://i.imgur.com/aQyQpRn.png) 3. Navigate to your **world folder.** It's named `world` by default unless you've set a custom `level-name` in `server.properties`. ![](https://i.imgur.com/VKUSHC1.png) 4. Inside your world folder, find the `dimensions` folder, then the `minecraft` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/AV1k75k.png) 5. **Delete** the `the_end` folder (otherwise, rename it to something else like `the_end_old` if you'd rather archive it instead). ![](https://i.imgur.com/nsfCbnj.png) ![](https://i.imgur.com/SCTz4uQ.png) 6. **Restart** your server. ## Reset The End (Vanilla, 1.21.11 or earlier) 1. **Stop the server** from your panel. ![](https://i.imgur.com/gPt8FgV.png) 2. Open your **File Manager** (or connect **[via SFTP](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-download-your-minecraft-world-from-your-server)**). ![](https://i.imgur.com/aQyQpRn.png) 3. Navigate to your **world folder.** It's named `world` by default unless you've set a custom `level-name` in `server.properties`. ![](https://i.imgur.com/VKUSHC1.png) 4. Inside your world folder, find the `DIM1` folder. This holds everything End dimension related, including terrain, End cities, gateways and the End Dragon fight state. ![](https://i.imgur.com/VjvDVIg.png) 5. **Delete** the `DIM1` folder (otherwise, rename it to something else like `DIM1_old` if you'd rather archive it instead). ![](https://i.imgur.com/SCTz4uQ.png) 6. **Restart** your server. ## Reset The End (Paper) If your server is running on **Paper** software, it's easier: 1. **Stop the server** from your panel. ![](https://i.imgur.com/gPt8FgV.png) 2. Open your **File Manager** (or connect **[via SFTP](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-download-your-minecraft-world-from-your-server)**). ![](https://i.imgur.com/aQyQpRn.png) 3. You should already be in your **root directory,** that's where the `world_end` folder lives. ![](https://i.imgur.com/wyEbJ4G.png) 4. **Delete** the `world_end` folder (otherwise, rename it to something else like `world_end_old` if you'd rather archive it instead). ![](https://i.imgur.com/SCTz4uQ.png) 5. **Restart** your server. ## What Doesn't Change - Your Overworld and Nether dimensions **remain the same.** - Ender Chest contents are **completely safe.** - Anything players already collected before the reset **stays exactly where they put it.** ## How to Set Up ServerLinksZ on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-serverlinksz-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: ServerLinksZ, Server Links, MiniMessage, Paper Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-09-13 Fill the Server Links pause-menu section with your Discord, Website, Store, and Rules. Minecraft 1.21 added a **Server Links** section to the pause menu, a place for a server to show links to its Website, Discord, Store, or any other link. ServerLinksZ is how you fill it in, and it adds quick commands like `/discord` as a cherry on top. ### Requirements - A **Paper, Spigot, or Purpur** server on **Minecraft 1.21 or newer**. ### Installation 1. Download ServerLinksZ from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/serverlinksz). ![Download ServerLinksZ](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/fxgot65fb7xqvfgsowh3smifa4-1242x586.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/grtombvc6xgc6ymwmcng6spjaq-1182x478.webp) 4. Start the server. It generates its config on first run. ### Adding Links Add links in-game as an operator, or from the console: ``` /sl add discord "Discord" https://discord.gg/yourserver true ``` The pieces are: an **id** (`discord`), a **display name** (`"Discord"`), the **URL**, and whether to register a matching **command** (`true` gives you `/discord`). | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/sl add ` | Add a link | | `/sl remove ` | Remove a link | | `/sl reload` | Reload the config | | `/sl help` | Show help | | `/link ` | Open a link | Players on 1.21+ see the links under **Server Links** in the pause menu. Any link you registered a command for is also reachable directly, like `/discord`. ![Server Links in the pause menu](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/6xy5fee2wr3tyv7nwps7wry43a-1160x637.webp) ### Important Considerations **Only 1.21+ clients see the pause-menu links.** The Server Links panel is a client feature added in 1.21. Players on older versions won't see the menu section, though the `/discord`-style commands still work for them. ### Conclusion Install ServerLinksZ, add your Discord, Website, and Store via `/sl add`, and get them right in the pause menu plus handy `/discord`-style commands. It's a small, polished touch that makes a server feel maintained. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up BlueMap on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/bluemap Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Plugins, Bluemap Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-09-13 Learn how to set up BlueMap on your Minecraft server. Have you ever wanted an interactive, stunning 3D google maps like map of your Minecraft server that players can view right from their browser? BlueMap is a high-performance plugin that renders your entire world into a crisp, browser-based 3D map without lagging your server's main thread. # Install BlueMap To run BlueMap on a modern paper server, ensure your core enviroment is prepared: 1. Paper or Purpur Server 2. An additional open port on your panel. ### Installation Steps: 1. Download the latest BlueMap .jar file matching your servers version. ![](https://i.imgur.com/cXWR03Q.png) 2. Open your MCServerHost dashboard and go to your File Manager. 3. Upload the .jar file into your servers `plugins/` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/Gps3Xhk.png) 4. Restart your server to generate the configuration files. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/7kv6JkP.png) # Configure Core Settings Before BlueMap can start rendering your world, you need to configure its core settings. 1. Navigate to `plugins/BlueMap/core.conf` 2. Locate this line : ``` accept-download: false ``` change it to `true` 3. Save and restart your server. # Configure the Web Server Port BlueMap hosts its own lightweight web server to display your world in 3D, you need an secondary port. 1. Open your MCServerHost dashboard. 2. Go into your `Network Settings` tab. 3. Click "Add Allocation". 4. Copy your newly created Allocation. ![](https://i.imgur.com/Ak54cb3.png) 5. Open `webserver.conf` file located in your `plugins/BlueMap/` folder. 6. Locate the `port:` line and change it to your newly created port. ![](https://i.imgur.com/6OBYjaA.png) # Access Your Live 3D Map With the web server running on your server, you can now view your world in 3D. 1. Open your web browser. 2. Type in your server'S IP adress followed by your port (e.g., http://51.195.5.85:10037/) You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, BlueMap is fully installed and your 3D map is live for everyone. Grab your friends and check out your builds from the browser! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Set Up Maintenance Mode on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-maintenance-mode-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Networking Difficulty: beginner Tags: Maintenance, Server Management, MOTD, Paper Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-09-13 Keep players out with a clean maintenance screen while you work, without shutting down. When you're updating plugins or fixing something, you don't want players joining in the middle of it. You could stop the server, but then it looks offline and people wonder if it's dead. Maintenance mode is better: the server stays up, shows a "we're doing maintenance" message in the server list, and only lets in the staff who need to work. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server, or a **BungeeCord/Velocity** proxy. ### Installation 1. Download Maintenance from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/maintenance). ![Download Maintenance](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/eojgdz4hhufxedr24l7rmey3f4-1250x619.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/wx72othifo45ikfzvxusdv52we-1175x479.webp) 4. Start the server. It generates its config on first run. ### Turning It On and Off | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/maintenance on` | Enable maintenance: kicks non-whitelisted players and blocks new joins | | `/maintenance off` | Disable it: server open to everyone again | | `/maintenance status` | Check whether it's on | | `/maintenance add ` | Let a player through while maintenance is on | | `/maintenance remove ` | Remove someone from the maintenance whitelist | Flip it on, do your work, flip it off. Players who try to join while it's on see your maintenance message instead of connecting. ![Server in maintenance mode](https://i.imgur.com/kjrgLUm.png) ### Customize What Players See In the plugin's config you can set: - The **kick/join message** players get when they try to connect during maintenance. - The **server list MOTD** and **icon** shown while maintenance is active, so it's obvious it's intentional, not broken. - A **scheduled maintenance** timer, if you want it to enable/disable automatically at set times. This is separate from your normal MOTD. The plugin swaps to the maintenance one only while maintenance is on. ### Conclusion Install Maintenance, add yourself to its whitelist, and use `/maintenance on` whenever you're working. Players see a clean "under maintenance" screen instead of an offline server, and you get to fix things in peace. On a proxy, install it there to gate the whole network. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up GSit on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-gsit-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: GSit, Roleplay, Fun, Paper, Plugin Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-09-13 Let players sit on stairs and slabs, lie down, crawl, and sit on each other. GSit adds the feature players have always wanted: the ability to sit on stairs and slabs, lie down, or even hop onto another player. It does nothing to affect gameplay balance and everything to enhance the feel of a survival or roleplay server. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server (1.16 or newer). ### Installation 1. Download GSit from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/gsit), [Hangar](https://hangar.papermc.io/Gecolay/GSit), or [SpigotMC](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/gsit-modern-sit-seat-and-chair-lay-and-crawl-plugin-1-16-1-21-11.62325/). ![Download GSit](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/qdxzeymwjexltdx55emdrslkvu-1306x716.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/dbyapeuociksec25w4x2y3bm5m-1178x488.webp) 4. Start the server. It generates its config on first run. ### How to Use It The headline feature needs no command at all: **right-click the top of a stair, slab, or carpet** and you sit down, facing the right way automatically. Click on another player to sit on them and stack up. The rest are commands: | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/sit` | Sit where you're standing | | `/lay` | Lie down | | `/crawl` | Crawl along the ground (fit through 1-block gaps) | | `/bellyflop` | Flop onto your front | | `/spin` | Spin in place | | `/gsitreload` | Reload the config | ### Conclusion Install **one** plugin and players can immediately sit on stairs, lie down, and crawl, with almost nothing to configure. It's a pure quality-of-life plugin that makes builds feel more comfortable to spend time in and roleplay servers far more fun. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up InventoryRollbackPlus on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-inventoryrollbackplus-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: InventoryRollbackPlus, Backups, Plugin, Paper Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-09-13 Auto-back up player inventories so staff can restore items lost to lag, deaths, or griefing. "I lost my whole inventory to lag" is one of the most common complaints a server gets. InventoryRollbackPlus takes automatic snapshots of player inventories on the events that matter most, so instead of telling the player there's nothing you can do, you can open a menu and restore exactly what they had. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server. ### Installation 1. Download InventoryRollbackPlus from [SpigotMC](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/85811) or [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/project/XWKWAzd8). ![Download InventoryRollbackPlus](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/ljnbzx4v7a3uclwpmkv6n4n6pu-1228x609.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/eszvj45fopwmbrsxotdlxnugoe-1176x492.webp) 4. Start the server. It generates its config and starts recording backups automatically. ### What It Saves, and When Each backup captures a player's **inventory, ender chest, location, health, hunger, and XP**. Snapshots are taken automatically on four events: | Event | Default backups kept | |---|---| | Death | 50 | | Join | 10 | | Leave | 10 | | World change | 10 | All of that is configurable so you can keep more or fewer backups, or turn off any of the events entirely. ### Restoring an Inventory 1. Run `/irp restore `. 2. A menu opens listing that player's backups by event and time. ![InventoryRollbackPlus restore menu](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/m2fyy36njl3v6kjztc45bwjq2a-836x223.webp) 3. Click a backup to inspect it, then restore it to the player. | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/irp restore [player]` | Open the backup menu for a player | | `/irp forcebackup ` | Take a manual backup now | | `/irp reload` | Reload the config | | `/irp enable` / `/irp disable` | Turn backups on or off | | `/irp help` | Command help | | `/irp version` | Plugin version | ### Permissions The important nodes (all default to OP): | Permission | Grants | |---|---| | `inventoryrollbackplus.restore` | Restore backups | | `inventoryrollbackplus.viewbackups` | View backups without restoring | | `inventoryrollbackplus.restore.teleport` | Teleport to a backup's location | | `inventoryrollbackplus.forcebackup` | Take manual backups | | `inventoryrollbackplus.reload` | Reload the config | | `inventoryrollbackplus.adminalerts` | Receive admin alerts | The `deathsave`, `joinsave`, `leavesave`, and `worldchangesave` nodes default to everyone. That's what makes the automatic backups happen. Don't strip those from your default group or you'll stop backing players up. ### Conclusion Install it and get quiet snapshots of inventories on death, join, leave, and world change. When someone loses their stuff, `/irp restore `, pick the snapshot and done! It turns a painful "sorry, can't help" into a ten seconds fix. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## Complete Guide to Server Snapshots on MCServerHost URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/snapshots Category: Getting started Difficulty: intermediate Tags: snapshots, backups, server management Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-09-12 Learn how MCServerHost Snapshots work, how they differ from backups, and how to create, manage, and restore them safely. Understanding how to preserve and manage your servers state using snapshots is essential for any server administrator. This guide covers everything you need to know about using snapshots effectively through your MCServerHost panel. # What are Snapshots? Snapshots are instantaneous point-in-time copies of your server's files on MCServerHost. They preserve your worlds, configurations, plugins, and other server data exactly as they exist when the snapshot is created. Snapshots can be used with any server, including newly created servers, making it easy to preserve or restore server data when needed. # What are they used for? * Restore your server: Revert your server files to a previous point in time. * Protect important changes: Create a snapshot before making major changes to your server. * Recover lost data: Restore files, worlds, configurations, and other server data when needed. * Transfer server data: Use snapshots with other servers, including newly created servers. # Snapshots vs. Backups While both Snapshots and Backups help protect your server data, they work differently. * Backups are tied to a specific server and are intended to keep a copy of that server's data for recovery. * Snapshots are point-in-time copies of your server files that can be used across servers, including newly created servers. This makes Snapshots useful not only for restoring data, but also for transferring server files between servers. # Creating a Snapshot Creating a Snapshot is a quick way to save the current state of your server files before making changes. 1. Navigate to your server's Snapshots section in the MCServerHost panel. ![](https://i.imgur.com/6YEXBY3.png) 2. Click **Take a Snapshot** ![](https://i.imgur.com/eQF1Uxq.png) 3. Enter a name for your Snapshot if required. 4. Optionally, you can exclude any files or folders from the Snapshot by entering their names. 5. Confirm the creation. ![](https://i.imgur.com/KkHTmXc.png) 6. Wait for the Snapshot to finish creating before making any changes to your server. # Restoring a Snapshot ## On an Existing Server To restore a Snapshot on an existing server: 1. Open the Snapshots section in your MCServerHost panel. 2. Find the Snapshot you want to restore. 3. Click Restore next to the Snapshot. ![](https://i.imgur.com/FVr1peG.png) 4. Review the restoration details and make sure you have selected the correct Snapshot. 5. Confirm the restoration. ![](https://i.imgur.com/oezoRfQ.png) 6. Wait for the restoration process to complete. 7. Once finished, your server files will be restored to the state captured by the selected Snapshot. > **Important:** Restoring a Snapshot will overwrite your server's current files. Make sure you select the correct Snapshot before confirming. ## On a New Server To use a Snapshot when creating a new server: 1. Start the server creation process from the MCServerHost panel. 2. Configure the new server as you normally would. 3. In the Minecraft Version section, select **Start from one of my snapshots**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/oDv4237.png) 4. Select the Snapshot you want to use for your new server. ![](https://i.imgur.com/sarWfRn.png) 5. Review your server settings and make sure the correct Snapshot is selected. 6. Create your server and wait for the setup process to finish. 7. Once completed, your new server will contain the files from the selected Snapshot. # Things to keep in mind * Restoring a Snapshot will overwrite existing files, so make sure you select the correct Snapshot before restoring it. * Excluded files and folders will not be included in the Snapshot. * Make sure the Snapshot has finished creating before relying on it for recovery. * Keep important Snapshots available if you may need to restore or transfer your server later. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, you know how to leverage MCServerHost's Snapshots feature to keep your server state secure and roll back when needed. Grab your friends and play with total peace of mind! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Set Up DriveBackupV2 on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/drivebackupv2 Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Plugins, Server Security, Backup Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-28 Learn how to configure DriveBackupV2 to automatically back up your Minecraft server. Have you ever lost hours of building progress or player data because of a sudden server crash or corrupted world file? Setting up automated backups is the single best way to protect your server. DriveBackupV2 is a powerful and reliable plugin that lets you automatically back up your server files and databases directly to cloud storage providers like Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, or a local directory. ## Install DriveBackupV2 1. Download the latest DriveBackupV2 `.jar` file from a trusted source (such as SpigotMC or Modrinth). ![ ](https://i.imgur.com/GDMuISC.png) 2. Open your MCServerHost dashboard and go to your **File Manager**. 3. Drag and drop the `.jar` file directly into your server's `plugins` folder. 4. Restart your server to generate the default configuration files ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/7kv6JkP.png) ## Configure Cloud Storage and Backup Settings DriveBackupV2 uses a structured configuration file where you define what gets backed up and where it is sent. 1. Navigate to plugins/DriveBackupV2/config.yml via your File Manager. 2. Configure your backup schedule, retention limits (how many old backups to keep), and select your cloud storage provider (e.g., Google Drive). Example structure: ![ ](https://i.imgur.com/GsVoXpS.png) 3. Save the file. ## Linking Your Account Once your configuration is saved, you need to generate the authorization link through your server console. 1. Open your MCServerHost Console. 2. Run the reload command to apply your storage provider changes: ``` drivebackup reloadconfig ``` 3. Type the manual authorization command to initiate the linking sequence (for example, Google Drive): ``` drivebackup link googledrive ``` 4. Check the console output. The plugin will generate a unique code for you. Copy the code and open the link provided in the console. ![](https://i.imgur.com/DiEtR1R.png) 5. Enter the code you copied from the console into the designated field on the website. ![](https://i.imgur.com/FxWbxKB.png) 6. Sign in with your Google account to authorize the plugin and continue the setup process. 7. Once you have successfully logged in, go back to your server console to continue with the setup. ![](https://i.imgur.com/8YdY2Y7.png) ## Test Your Backup In-House Once your storage is linked, test the backup system manually to ensure everything is working correctly: 1. Open your server Console or go in-game with operator permissions. 2. Run the manual backup command: ``` drivebackup backup ``` 3. Check your console logs to confirm that the archive is created successfully and uploaded to your configured cloud storage. ![ ](https://i.imgur.com/eTxlIYF.png) You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, DriveBackupV2 is fully configured, and your server data is safely protected with automated backups. Grab your friends and play with total peace of mind! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Set Up PL-Hide on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-pl-hide-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: intermediate Tags: PL-Hide, Security, Paper, Server Management Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-28 Stop players seeing your plugin list and clean up tab-completion of plugin commands. By default, any player can type `/plugins` (or `/pl`, or `/bukkit:pl`) and get a full list of everything you run. Tab-completion hands out even more. Start typing and the client suggests commands from every plugin, namespaced like `essentials:` and `worldguard:`. That lets anyone see exactly what's running behind your server. PL-Hide cleans all of it up. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server. ### Installation 1. Download Plugin Hide (PL-Hide) from [SpigotMC](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/68767/). ![Download PL-Hide](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/eygkjmbugktebmkrtzqapdvrwi-919x251.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/cmpztbe2xo4ch2sfvzhxfei5hy-1165x470.webp) 4. Start the server. It generates its config on first run. ### What It Does Out of the box, PL-Hide: - **Hides or replaces `/plugins` and `/pl` output** so players can't list your plugins. You can give them a custom message instead, or block the command entirely. - **Cleans tab-completion** so the namespaced `plugin:command` suggestions stop showing up when players hit Tab. - **Blocks commands you don't want players running or seeing**, with a custom message when they try. ### How the Config Works PL-Hide is built around lists of commands you allow or block, with two shortcuts that do most of the work: - **`*` (wildcard)**. Allow everything at once, then blacklist the exceptions. - **`!` (negation)**: prefix a command to block it inside an otherwise-allowed group. So a common pattern is "allow all commands except these few," written as a wildcard plus a handful of negated entries. Blocked commands return a custom message, and you can use placeholders like `{player}` and `{cmd}` in it. ### Letting Staff See the Real List You obviously still want to see your own plugins. Grant staff the bypass permission so `/pl` shows them the real list: ``` /lp group admin permission set plhide.bypass.pl-message true ``` Regular players get the hidden or custom version. ### Conclusion Install PL-Hide, hide the plugin list and clean up tab-completion. It's a tidy layer of obscurity on top of real security, not a substitute for it. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up ChatFeelings on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-chatfeelings-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: ChatFeelings, Social, Emotes, Fun, Permissions Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-28 Give players emote commands like /hug, /highfive, and /poke to interact with each other. Chat on its own is just text. ChatFeelings adds a set of social commands (`/hug`, `/slap`, `/poke`, `/highfive`, and a stack of others) so players can interact with each other with a bit more personality. It's a small plugin that does a surprising amount for the feel of a community server. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server (1.13 or newer). - **[LuckPerms](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-ranks-on-your-minecraft-server-using-luckperms)**: optional, only needed if you want to control which feelings each rank can use. ### Installation 1. Download ChatFeelings from [SpigotMC](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/chatfeelings.12987/) or [CurseForge](https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/chatfeelings). ![Download ChatFeelings](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/2dowjozaawic5rts432auhgv2e-930x240.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/pnkj6cnyflk4ytt6k5gwntd3oa-1169x488.webp) 4. Start the server. ChatFeelings generates its config on first run. ### The Feelings Players target another player, like `/hug Steve`, or leave the name off to act generally. The set includes: ``` /hug /highfive /poke /kiss /yell /dab /slap /punch /bite /stab ``` A few of them (slap, punch, bite, stab) do a small amount of real damage to the target. Good for fun, worth knowing before someone uses `/stab` to finish off a player on low health. ### Controlling Access By default the feelings are open to everyone. To lock them down by rank, set `Use-Feeling-Permissions: true` in the ChatFeelings `config.yml` first. Permissions are ignored until you do. Then grant nodes with [LuckPerms](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-ranks-on-your-minecraft-server-using-luckperms): | Permission | Grants | |---|---| | `chatfeelings.all` | Every feeling | | `chatfeelings.` | One specific feeling, e.g. `chatfeelings.hug` | For example, to give everyone the harmless ones but keep the damaging feelings to staff: ``` /lp group default permission set chatfeelings.hug true /lp group default permission set chatfeelings.highfive true ``` ### Conclusion Drop in the jar and players immediately get a set of social emotes and edit the messages to fit your server. Small plugin, real effect on how a community feels. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up ChatSentinel on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-chatsentinel-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: ChatSentinel, Chat, Moderation, Anti-Spam Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-28 Block swearing, spam, caps, and advertising in chat automatically. Public chat gets messy fast. Spam, all-caps shouting, server ads, and language you don't want in front of your community. ChatSentinel filters all of it automatically, out of the box, so your moderators aren't stuck cleaning up chat all day. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server (also works on BungeeCord and Velocity). ### Installation 1. Download ChatSentinel from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/chatsentinel) or [SpigotMC](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/chatsentinel.116663/). ![Download ChatSentinel](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/ksdmx4nqbncw3ite4m4izqpx2a-1230x588.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/ckxxpijouyvh7gzhagvwllfkjy-1157x453.webp) 4. Start the server. It generates its config with sensible defaults and starts filtering right away. ### What It Catches ChatSentinel runs several filter modules, each of which you can tune or turn off: | Module | Catches | |---|---| | Swear | Offensive language from a configurable word list | | Spam | The same message sent over and over | | Flood | Messages sent too quickly | | Caps | Excessive capital letters | | Advertising | IPs and links to other servers | | Blacklist | Any custom words or patterns you add | When a filter trips, it can warn, cancel the message, or run a punishment. All configurable per module. ### Important Considerations - **Tune the swear list to your community.** The default word list is a starting point. Over-filtering catches innocent words (the classic "Scunthorpe" problem); under-filtering lets things through. Expect to adjust it once you see what your players actually type. - **The ad filter can catch legitimate messages.** Blocking IPs and links stops server advertising, but it can also block a player sharing a helpful link. Decide whether that trade-off fits your server, and whitelist trusted ranks if needed. - **It's chat moderation, not a ban system.** ChatSentinel cleans up messages and can hand out punishments, but for managing actual bans and mutes you'll still want a proper moderation setup. ### Conclusion Install it and your chat is protected against spam, caps, ads, and swearing immediately, no configuration required to get started. Tune the word list and the ad filter to fit your community, give staff the bypass, and let it handle the noise. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up CustomDiscs on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-customdiscs-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: CustomDiscs, Simple Voice Chat, Music Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-28 Play your own audio through in-game jukeboxes using Simple Voice Chat. Vanilla has a fixed set of music discs. CustomDiscs lets you make your own. Load an audio file (or a YouTube/SoundCloud link), turn it into a disc, and it plays out of a jukebox as positional audio through Simple Voice Chat. Great for custom hubs, jukebox bars, or letting players bring their own tracks. The catch: it plays audio through Simple Voice Chat, so **every player who wants to hear it needs the Simple Voice Chat client mod installed.** No mod, no sound. ### Requirements - A **Paper, Spigot, or Purpur** server. - **[Simple Voice Chat](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-and-configure-simple-voice-chat)**: installed on the server, and on each player's client. This is the audio backend. - **[PacketEvents](https://modrinth.com/plugin/packetevents)**: a required library. - **[CustomDiscs SVC](https://modrinth.com/plugin/customdiscs-svc)** from Modrinth. ### Installation 1. Download [CustomDiscs SVC](https://modrinth.com/plugin/customdiscs-svc), [Simple Voice Chat](https://modrinth.com/plugin/simple-voice-chat/versions), and [PacketEvents](https://modrinth.com/plugin/packetevents). ![Download CustomDiscs SVC](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/zybfdldjw5aioxlcbeuuxcny2u-1228x598.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload all three jars to `plugins/` via the **File Manager**. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/cyp4m277c3ievyhp5cjbihysrq-1164x593.webp) 4. Start the server so the plugin generate their configs. If Simple Voice Chat isn't set up yet, do that first. CustomDiscs is useless without a working voice chat backend. ### Making a Disc You need an audio file (MP3, WAV, or FLAC) on the server, or a link to stream from. **From a file:** 1. Upload your audio to **Files Manager** > `plugins/CustomDiscs/musicdata/` via the File Manager. ![Upload music file](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/kzbxh2rvr65asjwgpcmrpo2bhy-1171x432.webp) 2. Hold a normal music disc in-game and run: ``` /cd create local "" ``` That converts the disc you're holding into your custom track. **From a link (YouTube/SoundCloud):** ``` /cd create remote "" "" ``` **Or download a file straight to the server:** ``` /cd download "" ``` Then just pop the disc into a jukebox to play it. ### Commands & Permissions | Command | Permission | |---|---| | `/cd help` | `customdiscs.help` | | `/cd reload` | `customdiscs.reload` | | `/cd download "" ` | `customdiscs.download` | | `/cd create local ""` | `customdiscs.create.local` | | `/cd create remote "" ""` | `customdiscs.create.remote` | | `/cd distance ` | `customdiscs.distance` | `customdiscs.*` grants everything. The `config.yml` controls playback radius, master volume, max download size, track length limits, and the YouTube/SoundCloud provider settings. ### Conclusion Install CustomDiscs alongside Simple Voice Chat and PacketEvents, drop audio into `musicdata`, and turn discs into your own tracks with `/cd create`. Just remember the hard requirement: listeners need the Simple Voice Chat client mod, or they hear silence. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Use and Automate Backups on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-and-automate-backups-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: Backup, Server Management, Scheduling Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-28 Use and schedule backups so a bad update or a griefer never costs you the # This guide is deprecated. Please use [How to Use Server Snapshots](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/snapshots) instead. The worst time to think about backups is right after something breaks. A corrupted world, a plugin that ate your economy data, a rollback gone wrong. None of it matters much if you have a recent backup to drop back to. The trick is making them happen on their own instead of relying on yourself to remember. MCServerHost has a Backups feature built into the panel. Set it once and it runs on a schedule. ### What a Backup Actually Saves A panel backup is a full snapshot of your server files: world folders, plugins, configs, `server.properties`, everything in the server directory at the moment it runs. Restoring one puts the whole server back to that point. It's not a per-player or per-region rollback. For that you want [CoreProtect](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-protect-your-server-with-coreprotect). Backups are your "the whole thing is broken, get me back to yesterday" option. ### Create a Manual Backup First Before you trust the schedule, take one by hand so you know where the button is. 1. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard and open your server. 2. Go to the **File Manager** and then **Backups** tab at the top of the tab and click **Create Backup**. ![Create Backup button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/4rdsdhrddkf3smuvehqkuabmgm-1295x339.webp) 3. After clicking, give it a name or keep as it is, and click **Create Backup** in the dialog to confirm. ![Create backup dialog](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/xs2ohysvsosrxotcxmuzzkyu2y-494x501.webp) 4. Wait for it to finish, depending on how large is the world can take from seconds to several minutes. ### Set Up a Schedule Manual backups are fine until you forget for three weeks. A schedule fixes that. 1. In the panel, open the **Schedules** section in the left sidebar and then **Create Schedule**. ![Create Schedule button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/jexdqkm2vnjyabga4ze4v7gqze-1299x460.webp) 2. Give it a name (like "Daily Backup") and set the cron fields. Once a day at 4 AM: ``` Minute: 0 Hour: 4 Day (Month): * Month: * Day (Week): * ``` ![Create Schedule popup](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/l3fuxwpodmro2q6e6jqaqf4n7m-694x598.webp) Click **Create Schedule**. 3. Click **Manage** on the new schedule, then **Add Task**. After that set **Action Type** to **Backup**. ![Add Task popup](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/el36ynnyu5aeitkbukgw6pjt4i-613x588.webp) and finally click **Create Task**. 4. Done, the schedule now runs a backup at 4 AM every day. ### How Many to Keep Most plans cap how many backups you can store at once, either by count or total size. When you hit the cap, new backups fail instead of overwriting old ones, so a rotation matters. - Keep a few recent daily backups for quick rollbacks. - Before any big change (version update, major plugin swap, world edit), take a **named manual** backup and lock/keep it so the rotation doesn't delete it. ### Important Considerations - **Backups aren't instant restores of live data.** A backup taken at 4 AM won't contain anything built at noon. For active servers, daily is a floor, not a ceiling. Bump the frequency if a lost day would hurt. - **Off-site copies matter for the stuff you can't lose.** Panel backups live on the same infrastructure as your server. For irreplaceable worlds, download a copy elsewhere now and then. ### Conclusion Take one manual backup today, set a daily schedule, and take a named backup before anything risky. That covers 95% of the disasters people show up in support with. If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Change the Gamemode on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-change-the-gamemode-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: Gamemode, Creative, Survival, Commands, server.properties Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-28 Set the default gamemode, force it on everyone, or change one player's mode. Gamemode controls how players interact with the world: Survival for the normal game, Creative for building with unlimited blocks and flight, Adventure for maps where you can't break blocks, Spectator for flying through walls. You can set a server-wide default and override it per player. ### Set the Default Gamemode The default applies to anyone joining for the first time (and to everyone, if you force it). Edit it in **File Manager** > `server.properties`: ``` gamemode=survival force-gamemode=false ``` - `gamemode` takes `survival`, `creative`, `adventure`, or `spectator`. - `force-gamemode=true` puts every player back into the default mode every time they join, useful for a strict creative server, annoying if you set individual players to other modes. The quickest way is the panel's **Server Configuration** section on the Dashboard ![Server Configuration section](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/ws2vtbahouspr6go35ghznirha-550x600.webp) Click **Save Changes**, and restart. No file editing needed. ### Change Gamemode Live With Commands You don't have to restart to switch modes in-game. As OP or from the console: | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/gamemode creative` | Switches you to Creative | | `/gamemode survival Steve` | Sets player Steve to Survival | | `/gamemode adventure @a` | Sets everyone online to Adventure | | `/defaultgamemode creative` | Changes the default for new joins | Short forms also on some versions work too: `/gamemode 0` (survival), `1` (creative), `2` (adventure), `3` (spectator). ### Per-Player and Per-Rank Control Want moderators in Creative but players stuck in Survival? Two ways: - **One-off:** just run `/gamemode creative ` when needed. It sticks until they change it or reconnect (if `force-gamemode` is on). - **By rank:** with a permissions plugin like [LuckPerms](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-ranks-on-your-minecraft-server-using-luckperms), grant the gamemode command only to staff so regular players can't put themselves in Creative. ### Important Considerations - **Creative on a survival server is a griefing risk.** Anyone in Creative has every item and can fly. Only hand the command to trusted ranks. - **Adventure mode still allows interaction.** Players can open doors, press buttons, and hit mobs. They just can't break or place blocks without the right tools. It's for adventure maps, not a lockdown. ### Conclusion If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or contact us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up MythicMobs on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/mythicmobs Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Mobs, Plugins, MythicMobs Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-28 Learn how to install and configure MythicMobs to create custom mobs and bosses on your Minecraft server. Have you ever wanted more challenging PvE battles, custom epic bosses, and unique encounters to make your server stand out? MythicMobs is the industry-standard plugin for creating custom entities with advanced skills, custom drops, and unique AI behaviors. ## Install MythicMobs 1. Download the latest MythicMobs .jar file from a trusted source (such as MythicCraft or Modrinth). 2. Open your MCServerHost dashboard and go to your **File Manager**. 3. Drag and drop the `.jar` file directly into your server's `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/j19PqGA.png) 4. Restart your server to generate the default configuration folders and template files. ## Create Your First Custom Mob MythicMobs uses structured **YAML files** to define custom entities, skills, and drops. 1. Navigate to `plugins/MythicMobs/mobs/` via your File Manager. 2. Open (or create) a YML file (e.g., `CustomMobs.yml`) and add a basic custom mob configuration. Example structure: ![](https://i.imgur.com/OJ7RdbM.png) | Configuration Line | Description | | ---------------------------------- | ------------ | | **`SkeletalKnight:`** | Mob ID. | | **`Type: WITHER_SKELETON`** | Base entity. | | **`Display: '&aSkeletal Knight'`** | Mob name. | | **`Health: 40`** | 40 health. | | **`Damage: 8`** | 8 damage. | | **`Equipment:`** | Defines the mob's equipment. | | **`Drops:`** | Defines mob loot and drop chances. | | **`Options:'`** | Defines additional mob settings. | ## Test and Spawn Your Mob In-Game Once your configuration is saved, load it into the live server without needing a full restart: 1. Open your server Console or go in-game with operator permissions. 2. Run the command to reload your MythicMobs configs: ``` mythicmobs reload ``` 3. Spawn your newly created custom mob using its internal name: ``` mm mobs spawn SkeletonKing 1 ``` You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, MythicMobs is fully installed and your first custom boss is ready to challenge your players. Grab your friends and test out your new custom encounters! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Reset Your Minecraft Server World URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-reset-your-minecraft-server-world Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: World Management, Reset World Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-26 Start fresh with a brand new world ## What is a World Reset? Resetting deletes your current world so the server generates a brand new one. Servers do this for seasonal resets, map changes, or starting over after a fresh install. --- ## Resetting With a New Folder Name The safest way keeps your old world files on disk: 1. Stop your server by pressing "Stop" in the Console. 2. Open server.properties Use the File Manager in your server control panel. 3. Find the line: `level-name=world` and change it to something new, like: `level-name=world2` ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/cCcgIMB.png) 4. Start your server A fresh world generates under the new name. Your old "world" folder stays untouched as a backup. --- ## Resetting by Deleting If you don't need the old world at all: 1) Stop your server. 2) Open the File Manager and delete the "world" folder (plus world_nether and world_the_end if you want those reset too). 3) Start your server and a new world generates. --- ## Keeping Builds Before a Reset - Download the world first. - Or copy important builds into schematics with WorldEdit and save them for later. --- ## Important Considerations - Player Data: Player inventories and locations are tied to the old world. Players may spawn in odd places after a reset; /spawnpoint fixes that. - Plugin Data: Claims, homes and balances usually survive a reset since they're stored in plugin folders. - Nether and End: These are separate folders (world_nether, world_the_end). Delete them too for a full reset. --- ## Conclusion A world reset is just deleting or renaming the world folder. Keep a backup of anything you want to remember, then start fresh. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Set Up StaffPlusPlus on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-staffplusplus-on-a-minecraft-server Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Staff, Server Management, Plugins Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-26 Learn how to install and configure StaffPlusPlus to manage your Minecraft server staff. Managing a Minecraft server and keeping it safe from griefers requires a reliable moderation tool. StaffPlusPlus is one of the most advanced moderation and staff management plugins available, offering features like active staff mode, player reports, chat moderation, and silent vanish. ## Install StaffPlusPlus 1. Download the latest StaffPlusPlus .jar file from a trusted source (like Modrinth or SpigotMC). ![](https://i.imgur.com/ix90WQI.png) 2. Open your MCServerHost dashboard and go to your File Manager. 3. Drag and drop the .jar file directly into your server's plugins folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/S0pmBP3.png) 4. Restart your server to generate the default configuration folders. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Configure Database and Settings StaffPlusPlus handles player reports, warnings, and history logs, so configuring its storage is an important first step: 1. Navigate to `plugins/StaffPlusPlus/config.yml` via your File Manager. ![](https://i.imgur.com/AjXQgjI.png) 2. Choose your storage option under the database settings. While SQLite is enabled by default for small servers, you can configure a MySQL database if you run a multi-server network. 3. Customize core settings such as staff chat formats, report cooldowns, and notification sounds to fit your server's theme. 4. Save the file and apply changes by running the reload command in your console: ``` staffplusplus reload ``` ## Assign Staff Permissions via LuckPerms By default, standard players will not have access to moderation tools. You need to assign the appropriate permission nodes to your staff roles using LuckPerms: 1. Open your game or console and use LuckPerms to grant your staff group access. For example: ``` lp group moderator permission set staffplus.modmode true lp group moderator permission set staffplus.reports true ``` 2. Ensure your staff members have permission to use staff chat, ban, kick, and view active player histories based on your server's hierarchy. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, StaffPlusPlus is fully installed and configured, giving your moderation team the ultimate toolset to keep your community safe. Grab your friends and enjoy your newly secured server! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Use Color Codes on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-color-codes-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Other Difficulty: beginner Tags: Formatting, Color Codes Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-26 Add colors and formatting to chat, signs, and messages ## What are Color Codes? Color codes let you add colors, bold, italics, and other formatting to text in Minecraft. They work in chat messages, signs, MOTD, and plugin configs. You use the ampersand (&) symbol followed by a code. --- ## Color Code Reference Table | Code | Color Name | |------|------------| | `&0` | Black | | `&1` | Dark Blue | | `&2` | Dark Green | | `&3` | Dark Aqua | | `&4` | Dark Red | | `&5` | Dark Purple | | `&6` | Gold | | `&7` | Gray | | `&8` | Dark Gray | | `&9` | Blue | | `&a` | Green | | `&b` | Aqua | | `&c` | Red | | `&d` | Light Purple | | `&e` | Yellow | | `&f` | White | --- ## Formatting Code Reference Table | Code | Format Name | Example | |------|-------------|---------| | `&l` | Bold | **Text** | | `&o` | Italic | *Text* | | `&n` | Underline | Text | | `&m` | Strikethrough | ~~Text~~ | | `&k` | Obfuscated | ???? | | `&r` | Reset | (removes all formatting) | --- ## Combining Color and Formatting Codes You can combine codes for custom effects: | Example | Result | |---------|--------| | `&a&lVIP` | Bold green text: **VIP** | | `&c&oWarning!` | Italic red text: *Warning!* | | `&6&nShop` | Underlined gold text: Shop | | `&7&k???` | Obfuscated gray text: ??? | | `&b&l&nAqua Bold Underline` | All three effects combined | --- ## Using Color Codes in Different Places ### In Chat Messages ``` &aWelcome to our server! &bType /help to get started ``` ### On Signs ``` &6Gold Shop &eBuy diamonds here &7Prices listed below ``` ### In MOTD (server.properties) ``` motd=&aMy Awesome Server &7- &bCome play! ``` ### In Plugin Configs ```yaml messages: welcome: "&aWelcome, &e%player%&a!" error: "&cSomething went wrong!" success: "&aCommand executed successfully!" ``` --- ## Practical Examples | Use Case | Code | |----------|------| | Server name | `&6&lMy Server` | | Welcome message | `&aWelcome to &b&lMy Server&a!` | | Error message | `&cError: &fInvalid command` | | Shop sign | `&6[SHOP]\n&eBuy: $100` | | VIP tag | `&d&l[VIP] &fPlayerName` | | Rules | `&71. &fBe respectful\n&72. &fNo griefing` | --- ## Important Considerations - Permissions: Some plugins require permission nodes to use colors. - Compatibility: Not all plugins support color codes; check documentation. - Readability: Too many colors make text hard to read; use sparingly. - Bedrock: Bedrock Edition uses different color codes; check compatibility. - Encoding: Save config files as UTF-8 to preserve special characters. --- ## Conclusion Color codes make your server look professional and help convey information clearly. Use the reference tables above to pick the right codes, combine them for custom effects, and enhance your server's appearance. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Set Up an Economy With Vault URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-an-economy-with-vault Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: Vault, Economy Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-26 Add money to your server so shops, ranks and rewards can work together ## What is Vault? Vault is a bridge plugin that lets other plugins share one economy and permission system. It doesn't do anything by itself, but plugins like shops, jobs and reward systems need it to talk to each other. Note: You'll also need an economy plugin that actually holds the money, like EssentialsX (which includes one) or XConomy. --- ## Getting Started & Installation 1. Go to Minecraft, and then go to the "Plugin Installer" tab. 2. Search for "Vault" and install the latest version. 3. Make sure an economy plugin is installed too ([EssentialsX](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-essentialsx-on-your-minecraft-server) covers this). 4. Restart your server so both load. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/LjXiDzu.png) --- ## Checking That It Works Run this command: `/vault-info` It shows whether an economy provider was found and which plugin is handling money. If it lists EssentialsX (or another economy plugin), everything is connected. --- ## Giving Players Money With EssentialsX installed: `/eco give PlayerName 100` That adds $100 to a player's balance. Other useful ones: - `/eco take PlayerName 100` removes money. - `/bal PlayerName` shows a balance. - `/baltop` shows the richest players. --- ## Important Considerations - Order Matters: Install the economy plugin before plugins that depend on it. - One Economy Only: Only one economy plugin should be active, or balances can conflict. - Permissions: Money commands need operator status or permissions from LuckPerms. --- ## Conclusion With Vault and an economy plugin installed, your shop, jobs and rank plugins all share the same money system. It's the base layer for most server features. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Install PlaceholderAPI on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-placeholderapi-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: Placeholder, PlaceholderAPI, PAPI Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-26 Add dynamic placeholders that other plugins use for custom text ## What is PlaceholderAPI? PlaceholderAPI (PAPI) provides placeholders like %player_name% or %server_online% that other plugins insert into messages, scoreboards, tab lists and more. Many popular plugins require it. --- ## Getting Started & Installation 1. Go to Minecraft, and then go to the "Plugin Installer" tab. 2. Search for "PlaceholderAPI" and install the latest version. 3. Restart your server so it loads. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/z2G2FYk.png) --- ## Installing Expansions Placeholders come in expansions. Install them with: `/papi ecloud download ` Common examples: - `/papi ecloud download Player` - `/papi ecloud download Server` - `/papi ecloud download Vault` Then reload: `/papi reload` --- ## Testing Placeholders Check what a placeholder returns with: `/papi parse me %player_name%` The result prints in chat, which makes it easy to confirm an expansion works before using it elsewhere. --- ## Common Placeholders | Placeholder | Returns | |---|---| | `%player_name%` | The player's name. | | `%player_world%` | The world the player is in. | | `%server_online%` | Current player count. | | `%server_max_players%` | Max player slots. | | `%vault_balance%` | Player's money (needs Vault). | --- ## Important Considerations - Plugin Support: TAB, DiscordSRV, scoreboards and many other plugins read PAPI placeholders. - Expansions Cloud: The ecloud command downloads expansions directly; no file uploads needed. - Percent Signs: Placeholders always wrap in % signs in whatever plugin uses them. --- ## Conclusion PlaceholderAPI is the glue behind custom text on servers. Install it, grab the expansions you need, and other plugins can display live data anywhere. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Set Up Plasmo Voice on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-plasmo-voice-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Plasmo Voice, Voice Chat Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-26 Add high quality proximity voice chat with audio positioning and lots of features ## What is Plasmo Voice? Plasmo Voice is a proximity voice chat plugin and mod. It adds positional audio, noise reduction and a bunch of moderation features. Like Simple Voice Chat, players install a client mod and talk to each other over the server. --- ## Getting Started & Installation 1. Download Plasmo Voice from https://modrinth.com/plugin/plasmo-voice . 2. Pick the version that matches your server software (it supports Paper, Spigot, Fabric, Forge and NeoForge). 3. Use the File Manager in your server panel and put the file in the plugins folder (or mods folder for Fabric/Forge). 4. Restart your server so it loads. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/rBgzgY4.png) --- ## Opening the Voice Port 1. Go to the Network tab in your server panel and click "Add Allocation". 2. Note the random port and ip you receive. ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/UgFCKwY.png) 3. Set Plasmo Voice to that port and ip in its config, then restart. ![image3](https://i.imgur.com/NjnTfyp.png) --- ## Client Mod Players need the Plasmo Voice mod on their own game to use voice chat: 1) Download the client mod for their mod loader (Fabric, Forge or NeoForge). 2) Drop it into their mods folder. 3) Launch the game and join. Players without the mod can still join, they just won't have voice chat. --- ## Using Voice Chat - Press V to open the voice settings menu. - Use Push to Talk or voice activation, whichever you prefer. - Hold right-click while looking at a player and scroll to adjust their volume. - Voice changes with distance, and it muffles through walls with sound occlusion enabled. --- ## Important Considerations - Client Mod Required: Voice chat only works for players who installed the mod. - Port Setting: The unsigned port from your allocation must match the config. - Permissions: Plasmo Voice supports permissions plugins and server-side muting. - Features: Add-ons add group channels, whispering, broadcast and more. --- ## Conclusion With Plasmo Voice installed, your server gets high quality proximity voice chat. Install the plugin, set the port, and players add the client mod to talk. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## A Complete server.properties Reference URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/a-complete-server-properties-reference Category: Getting started Difficulty: intermediate Tags: server.properties, configuration, reference Byline: Emma · 2026-08-25 Every current Java Edition server.properties setting explained. ## Introduction Every Minecraft Java Edition server reads its core configuration from `server.properties` on startup. This reference covers the full current set of properties current as of Java Edition 26.2, organized by what they affect. **Changes to any of these require a full server restart.** Note: Bedrock Dedicated Servers **use their own, completely separate and incompatible `server.properties` format**. **This guide covers Java Edition only.** ## World Generation & Identity | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `level-name` | world | Name of the world save folder | | `level-seed` | *(random)* | Seed used to generate the world | | `level-type` | minecraft:normal | World type: normal, flat, large_biomes, amplified or single_biome_surface | | `generator-settings` | {} | Customization data used by the flat and single-biome world types | | `generate-structures` | true | Whether structures like villagers and strongholds generate | | `hardcore` | false | Enables Hardcore Mode for the entire server | | `max-world-size` | 29999984 | Distance from world center the border is allowed to reach | | `initial-enabled-packs` | vanilla | Data packs enabled automatically on world creation | | ` initial-disabled packs` | *(blank)* | Data packs excluded from auto-enabling on world creation | ## Gameplay & Permission | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `difficulty` | easy | Peaceful, Easy Normal or Hard | | `gamemode` | survival | Default game mode assigned to new players | | `force-gamemode` | false | Forces players back to the default gamemode every time they join | | `spawn-protection` | 16 | Radius around spawn that only operators can edit | | `op-permission-level` | 4 | Permission level granted to newly-opped players | | `function-permission-level` | 2 | Default permission level required to run functions | | `enable-code-of-conduct` | false | Shows players a custom code-of-coduct file on join, if one is provided | ## Performance & World Simulation | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `view-distance` | 10 | Chunks sent to each client, as a radius | | `simulation-distance` | 10 | Chunks actively ticked around each player | | `entity-broadcast-range-percentage` | 100 | How far entity updates are sent to clients, as a percentage | | `max-tick-time` | 60000 | Milliseconds before the watchdog assumes the server has frozen and shuts it down | | `max-chained-neighbor-updates` | 1000000 | Cap on consecutive block-update chains, relevant to large redstone builds | | `sync-chunk-writes` | true | Writes chunk data synchronously to reduce corruption risk after a crash | | `use-native-transport` | true | Uses Linux-optimized networking where the OS supports it | | `network-compression-threshold` | 256 | Packet size, in bytes, above which compression is applied | | `region-file-compression` | deflate | Compression algorithm for saved chunk data: deflate, lz4, none | | `pause-when-empty-seconds` | 60 | How long to wait with no players online before the server pauses itself | ## Players & Moderation | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `max-players` | 20 | Maximum concurrent player slots | | `online-mode` | true | Verifies joining players against Microsoft's account system | | `white-list` | false | Restricts joining to approved players | | `enforce-whitelist` | false | Immediately kicks non-whitelisted players once the list reloads | | `player-idle-timeout` | 0 | Minutes of inactivity before a player is kicked (0 disables this) | | `prevent-proxy-connections` | false | Kicks players whose connecting ISP doesn't match Microsoft's Authentication record | | `rate-limit` | 0 | Maximum packets per player before they're kicked (0 disables the limit) | | `chat-spam-threshold-seconds` | 10 | Anti-spam threshold for commands | | `enforce-secure-profile` | true | Requires a Microsoft-required key to join, enabling reportable signed chat | | `hide-online-players` | false | Hides the player list from public server-list queries | | `log-ips` | true | Logs player IP addresses to the console and log files | **Heads up:** `white-list` currently defaults to `false`, but that default is set to **flip to `true` starting in Java Edition 26.3.** Existing servers keep whatever value is already in their file since this only affects **freshly generated properties files or ones that get reset.** ## Server Identity & Connection | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `server-ip` | *(blank)* | IP address to bind to; leave blank to listen on all interfaces | | `server-port | 25565 | TCP port players connect through | | `motd` | A Minecraft Server | Message shown in the multiplayer server list | | `bug-report-link` | *(blank)* | Optional custom bug-report URL shown to players | | `accepts-transfers` | false | Whether the server accepts incoming player transfers sent from other servers | | `enable-status` | true | Whether the server responds to server-list ping requests | ## Resource Packs | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `resource-pack` | *(blank)* | Download URL for a server-side resource pack | | `resource-pack-id` | *(blank)* | UUID identifying the resource pack | | `resource-pack-sha1` | *(blank)* | SHA-1 checksum used to verify the pack's integrity | | `resource-pack-prompt` | *(blank)* | Custom message shown when prompting players to accept the pack | | `require-resource-pack` | false | Disconnects players who decline the resource pack | ## Remote Access & Monitoring | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `enable-query` | false | Enables the Query protocol for external server-status tools | | `query.port` | 25565 | UDP port used by Query | | `enable-rcon` | false | Enables remote console access | | `rcon.port` | 25575 | TCP port used by RCON | | `rcon.password` | *(blank)* | Password for RCON. It will refuse to start if left blank | | `broadcast-console-to-ops` | true | Sends console output to online operators | | `broadcast-rcon-to-ops` | true | Sends RCON output to online operators | | `enable-jmx-monitoring` | false | Exposes tick-time metrics for external Java monitoring tools | ## Advanced/Rarely Used | Property | Default | What It Does | |---|---|---| | `management-server-enabled` | false | Enables the newer Server Management Protocol for external tooling | | `management-server-allowed-origins` | *(blank)* | Comma-separated list of origins allowed to connect. If left empty, no browser-based client can connect at all | | `management-server-host` | localhost | Host address the management server binds to | | `management-server-port` | 0 | Port the management server listens on | | `management-server-secret` | *(auto-generated)* | Auth secret clients use to reach the management server | | `management-server-tls-enabled` | true | Whether the management server requires TLS | | `management-server-tls-keystore` / `-password` | *(blank)* | TLS certificate keystore and its password | | `status-heartbeat-interval` | 0 | How often the management server sends heartbeat pings (0 disables this) | | `text-filtering-config` / `-version` | *(blank)* / 0 | Internal chat filtering configuration, primarily used by Realms | | `debug` | false | Enables additional debug-level logging. Undocumented by Microsoft and rarely needed outside active troubleshooting | ## Properties Removed from Older Versions Putting these in your `server.properties` file **will do nothing.** The server will silently ignore it and leave the lines in the file on every rewrite, which is why old advice keeps circulating. These will only work if you're running version **1.21.8 or earlier.** **Moved to game rules** (removed in 1.21.9): | Old Property | Current Replacement | |---|---| | `pvp` | `/gamemode pvp false` | | `enable-command-block` | `gamerule command_blocks_work false` | | `allow-nether` | `/gamerule allow_entering_nether_using_portals false` | | `spawn-monsters` | `/gamerule spawn_monsters false` | All four game rules default to `true`. Note that's a behavior change for command blocks specifically since the old property defaulted to 'false'. **Removed with no replacement** (in 1.21.2): - `spawn-animals`: Used to toggle Passive mob spawning. - `spawn-npcs`: Used to toggle villager spawning. Neither has an equivalent setting anywhere else. If you need to stop passive mobs or villagers from spawning, it takes **a datapack or plugin** rather than a single flag. ## Closing Notes - Changes only take effect after a **full restart.** - `level-seed` only applies **the first time a world generates.** Editing it afterwards won't regenerate an existing world. - If you're on Paper, Spigot or Purpur, these forks layer their own additional config files on top of vanilla's `server.properties` file, offering far more granular tuning (`paper-global.yml`, `paper-world-defaults.yml`). ## How to Reset the Nether in Minecraft URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-reset-the-nether-in-minecraft Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: World Management, Reset Nether Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-24 Learn how to safely reset the Nether on your Minecraft server without affecting your Overworld. Over time, players explore vast areas of the Nether, depleting resources like Netherite, quartz, and fortresses, or cluttering the dimension with unwanted builds. Resetting the Nether dimension allows you to completely regenerate a fresh, brand-new world for you and your players to explore. ## Stop Your Server Safely Before deleting or modifying any world files, you must completely stop your server to prevent file corruption or data loss. 1. Go to your MCServerHost dashboard and open the Console. 2. Type the stop command and hit enter: ``` stop ``` 3. Wait until the server console confirms the server is fully offline. ![](https://i.imgur.com/kjUVNiR.png) ## Locate and Delete the Nether Folder Minecraft separates dimensions into individual folders inside your main world directory. 1. Navigate to your MCServerHost dashboard and open the File Manager. 2. Open your main world folder (usually named `world`, unless you renamed it in your `server.properties`). 3. Locate the folder named `DIM-1` (this is the Nether dimension). > **Note:** Do not delete the DIM1 folder with a positive one, as that is the End dimension! 4. Select the DIM-1 folder, click delete, and confirm. ![](https://i.imgur.com/rQ3M91b.png) ## Restart Your Server Once the Nether folder has been deleted, your server's world generator will automatically recreate a fresh, untouched Nether dimension the next time it boots up. 1. Return to your server control panel and click Start. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) 2. Once the server is online, enter the Nether portal to verify that the dimension has been successfully reset. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your server's Nether dimension is completely fresh and ready for new adventures. Grab your friends and explore the newly regenerated wasteland! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Add Subusers to Your Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-add-subusers-to-your-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: subuser, friends, server management Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-24 How to Add Subusers to Your Server at MCServerHost Running a Minecraft server all by yourself can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when managing plugins, files, and server settings. To make things easier, you can add Subusers to give other people access to your server so you can work together on it with friends or co-owners. To get started, you can follow this guide in order to add and manage subusers on your server. --- ## Navigating to the Subusers Tab To begin adding a new subuser, you will first need to access your server's management panel: 1. Log in to your **MCServerHost account** and select the server you want to manage. 2. On the left sidebar, locate and click on **Subusers**. ![Clicking the Subusers tab](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/lqdsr6pipjta2bhzoiqgplmxfy-328x533.webp) --- ## Adding a New Subuser Once inside the Subusers tab, you can add another person to manage your server. 1. Click the **Add Subuser** button. ![Clicking the Add Subuser button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/f43dfonstxavb4ecicsequl22i-1528x527.webp) 2. In the **Username or Email** input field, enter either the registered username or the email address of the person that you want to add to your server. --- ## Managing Permissions After entering the user's details, you can manage the specific permissions you want to grant them. You can use one of the quick presets or customize them manually: * **Full Access:** Grants all available permissions, allowing them to manage everything on the server. However, they cannot delete the server itself, manage Subusers or access the Server Settings tab. * **Read-only Access:** Grants only read permissions, meaning they can view files and settings but cannot make any changes. * **Basic Access:** Grants access to view the console and basic file ![Selecting a permission preset](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/eyqqjgxgy7qznnrw5juctuth2e-1106x474.webp) Alternatively, you can manage custom permissions by simply clicking on the checkboxes below the presets. There, you can toggle everything on or off, such as viewing the console, editing files, adding allocations, and more. 3. Once that's done and you have configured the permissions to your liking, click the **Add Subuser** button at the bottom to add them to the server. ![Clicking Add Subuser to finalize permissions](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/atkgx77x36t2cdmmpvbjcaxdba-1101x94.webp) --- ## Editing or Deleting a Subuser If you ever need to change a subuser's permissions or remove their access entirely, you can easily do so: 1. Go back to the **Subusers** tab. 2. Locate the subuser in the list and simply press the **Edit** button (to adjust permissions) or the **Delete** button next to the subuser to remove them completely. ![Editing or Deleting a subuser from the list](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/4fcn7tdua6ljx6oze5ipmir63i-1517x182.webp) --- ## Conclusion Adding subusers is a great way to share the workload of running a Minecraft server with your trusted friends or staff members. By carefully managing their permissions, you can ensure your server remains secure while still getting the help you need. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Fix High Ping on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-diagnose-high-ping-on-a-minecraft-server Category: Networking Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Troubleshooting, Network, Ping Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-23 Learn how to diagnose and troubleshoot high ping on your Minecraft server. High ping (latency) can make your Minecraft server feel sluggish, causing rubberbanding, delayed block breaking, and frustrating gameplay. Diagnosing whether the issue is coming from your network, your players' connections, or the server itself can help you fix it quickly. ## Check Server TPS (Ticks Per Second) vs. Ping * **The Cause:** Players often confuse server lag (low TPS) with network lag (high ping). If the server is overloaded, blocks will break with a delay even if your ping looks low. * **The Fix:** * Open your server console and run `/tps` (if using Paper or Purpur). * If the TPS is below 18, your server is struggling with performance (heavy plugins, entities, or world generation), not network ping. ## Test Your Network Connection and Server Location * **The Cause:** If your physical distance to the server data center is too far, or if your local internet connection is experiencing packet loss, your ping will naturally spike. * **The Fix:** * Open your computer's Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux). * Run a ping test to your server's IP address or your server node: * `ping ` * Check the response times (ms) and look for Request timed out messages, which indicate packet loss. If your local ping is high, try switching from Wi-Fi to a wired Ethernet connection. ![](https://i.imgur.com/9zhOYpY.png) ## Use Spark to Monitor Network Performance * **The Cause:** Sometimes a specific plugin or network bottleneck causes continuous packet congestion. * **The Fix:** * Install the Spark performance profiling plugin via your MCServerHost dashboard. * Run `/spark tps` or use its detailed profiling tools in your console to check if network threads are being bottlenecked by third-party plugins. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, you know how to diagnose and isolate the root cause of high ping on your server. Grab your friends and enjoy a smooth, low-latency gameplay experience! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Set Up RCON on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-rcon-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Networking Difficulty: beginner Tags: rcon, console, remote Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-23 How to Set Up RCON on Your Minecraft Server at MCServerHost RCON (Remote Console) is a built-in protocol that allows you to remotely execute console commands on your Minecraft server without having to log into the game or use the web dashboard. Setting up RCON at MCServerHost is quick and easy. Follow the step-by-step guide below to get started. --- ## Allocating an Additional Port To allow RCON to work on your server, you have to allocate it a separate port due to the sole reason that it operates independently from Minecraft's built-in networking system. To allocate an additional port to your server, follow the steps below: 1. Log in to your **MCServerHost dashboard** and select your server. 2. Go to the **Network** tab in your dashboard sidebar. 3. Click the **Create Allocation** button. ![Creating Allocation in Network Tab](https://i.imgur.com/PgGobe6.png) 4. Copy the complete IP and port string from the newly created allocation (e.g., `162.55.241.186:12260`). You will need both the numerical IP and the secondary port number for the next steps. --- ## Configuring RCON in server.properties After allocating your secondary port, you can start configuring RCON on your server by editing the `server.properties` file. To do that, follow the steps given below: 1. Go to your server's **File Manager** (`Files`) in your MCServerHost dashboard. 2. Locate and open the `server.properties` file in the root directory. ![Locating server.properties in File Manager](https://i.imgur.com/sZsjO8Z.png) 3. Inside the `server.properties` file, edit or add the following fields: * Set `enable-rcon=` to `true` * Set `rcon.password=` to a secure password of your choice (e.g., `rcon.password=MySecurePassword123`) * Set `rcon.port=` to your secondary server port (e.g., `12260`) ![Editing server.properties configuration](https://i.imgur.com/jZFnfaV.png) 4. Save the changes, and restart your server in order to let the changes take effect. --- ## Connecting to Your RCON Server Once RCON is enabled and your server has restarted, you can connect using any standard RCON client application, web tool, or bot. When configuring your client, use the direct numerical IP and the secondary port you created (e.g., IP: `162.55.241.186`, Port: `12260`), along with the password you set in your `server.properties` file. --- ## Conclusion After following all the steps highlighted in this guide, you will be able to set up and use RCON on your Minecraft server without any type of error. Just make sure to keep your RCON password secure, as it grants full console-level administrative access to your server. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost, you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## Server-Side vs. Client-Side Mods URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/server-side-vs-client-side-mods Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: mods, server-side, client-side, forge, fabric Byline: Emma · 2026-08-23 Understand which mods need to go on your server, which matter on the player's end and which need both. ## Introduction **"I installed the mod but nothing changed."** and **"Why can't my friend join anymore?"** are the two most common questions when it comes to mods and they usually come down to the same misunderstanding: **Not every mod belongs in the same place.** ## The Three Types of Mods **Server-Side Mods:** Runs entirely **on your server,** no mods needed on your client. This can be performance mods, anti-cheat, world management and moderation tools. ![](https://i.imgur.com/3SEBwfW.png) **Client-Side Mods:** Only changes what's shown **on the player's screen.** Minimaps, shaders, zoom mods, UI tweaks and more. The server doesn't need to know about them, however installing them server-side has no effect either. ![](https://i.imgur.com/ocIhZ9c.png) **Both Required:** **Most content falls here.** New blocks, items, mobs or mechanics need matching code on both ends so clients and servers agree on what exists. **If it's missing on either side, players can't join or things break.** ![](https://i.imgur.com/eVUCrJD.png) ## Telling the Difference CurseForge and Modrinth label every mod page with **Client, Server or Client and Server** tags, check there first. **As a rule of thumb:** - Adds new blocks, items or mechanics → **Needs both sides** - Only changes visuals, sound or HUD → **Client-Side** - Only affects server logic, world generation or performance → **Server-Side** When unsure, **check the mod's description** since most authors **will state this outright.** ## What Goes Wrong When Mixed Up - **Client-Side Mod on the Server:** Wastes upload space, **does nothing.** - **"Client and Server" Mod only on the server:** Players can't connect or see **broken/missing content.** - **"Client and Server" Mod only on the client:** You may get disconnected or **see items the server doesn't recognize.** ## Quick Reference | Mod Type | Install On | Example | |---|---|---| | Server-Side | **Server only** | Performance/Optimization Mods | | Client-Side | **Client only** | Minimaps, Shaders | | Both required | **Server + Every Player** | Content/Gameplay Mods | ## On MCServerHost When uploading mods through your dashboard using [this installation guide](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-mods-on-your-server), you only need the **server-side and both-required mods.** Client-side mods are up to each player and never need to touch your server files. One thing that people still mess up: **Versions must match exactly.** A both-required mod in a different version or a different loader (Forge vs. Fabric) between server and client **will still fail. Keep everyone on the same mod and loader version.** ## How to Set Up FancyNpcs on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-fancynpcs-on-your-minecraft-server Byline: chrzastek · 2026-08-21 Add custom NPCs to your server for shops, quests, decoration, or just fun. FancyNpcs is a simple, lightweight plugin that lets you create NPCs using commands, no coding needed. It's fast, so it won't slow your server down even with a lot of NPCs. ## What You'll Need - A Paper (or Paper fork/Folia) server, version 1.19.4 or newer - The [FancyNpcs plugin file](https://modrinth.com/plugin/fancynpcs) for your Minecraft version ## Step 1: Downloading FancyNpcs Go to the [FancyNpcs page on Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/fancynpcs) and download the version that matches your Minecraft version. ![Modrinth](https://i.imgur.com/GFVocD9.png) ## Step 2: Uploading FancyNpcs to Your Server 1. Log in to your panel and stop your server. 2. Open the **Files** section and go to your `plugins` folder. 3. Upload the FancyNpcs file you downloaded. ![File](https://i.imgur.com/Yr6gzwu.png) ## Step 3: Restarting Your Server Start your server again and check the console. You should see FancyNpcs load with no errors. ![Logs](https://i.imgur.com/uMhmpZx.png) ## Step 4: Creating Your First NPC Stand where you want the NPC to appear, then run: ``` /npc create ``` This spawns an NPC with your current skin. From here you can customize it: - `/npc skin ` — change what player skin the NPC uses - `/npc type ` — turn it into a mob instead of a player NPC - `/npc displayname ` — change the name shown above the NPC - `/npc equipment set` — give the NPC the item you're currently holding - `/npc glowing [color]` — make the NPC glow ![New NPC](https://i.imgur.com/ulPMwfN.png) ## Step 5: Adding Interactions NPCs can run commands or send messages when clicked, using the action system: ``` /npc action right_click add message ``` This sends a message to the player when they right click the NPC. You can also use `console_command` or `player_command` as the action type to run commands instead. ![NPC action](https://i.imgur.com/94w9PQw.gif) ## Step 6: Managing NPCs - `/npc list` shows all NPCs on your server. - `/npc info ` shows details about a specific NPC. - `/npc remove ` deletes an NPC. - `/npc moveto ` teleports the NPC to your current location. - `/npc move_to ` teleports the NPC to specific coordinates. - `/npc tp ` teleports you to the NPC. For the full list of commands and options, check the [FancyNpcs wiki](https://docs.fancyinnovations.com/fancynpcs/). ![NPC info](https://i.imgur.com/CkGg9aI.png) ## Troubleshooting - **Plugin won't load**: Make sure you're on Paper (or a Paper fork) and not Spigot, since FancyNpcs doesn't support Spigot. - **NPC skin looks wrong**: Double check the player name or skin URL you used is correct. - **Commands not working**: Make sure you have permission, `fancynpcs.command.*` covers all commands by default for ops. ## How to Set Up PlayerKits 2 on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-playerkits-2-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: paper, kits, smp Byline: chrzastek · 2026-08-20 Give your players survival kits they can claim from an easy to use GUI. PlayerKits 2 lets you create kits just by holding the items in your inventory and running a command, no config editing needed (though you can edit configs too if you want). Kits can have cooldowns, permissions, costs, and requirements. ## What You'll Need - A Spigot, Paper, or Paper fork server, version 1.8 or newer - The [PlayerKits 2 plugin file](https://modrinth.com/plugin/playerkits-2) for your Minecraft version - PlaceholderAPI, if you want to use requirements or conditions based on player stats (optional) ## Step 1: Downloading PlayerKits 2 Go to the [PlayerKits 2 page on Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/playerkits-2) or [SpigotMC](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/playerkits-2-fully-configurable-kits-1-8-26-2.112616/) and download the version that matches your Minecraft version. ![PlayerKits 2 on modrinth](https://i.imgur.com/q1AaKJD.png) ## Step 2: Uploading PlayerKits 2 to Your Server 1. Log in to your panel and stop your server. 2. Open the **Files** section and go to your `plugins` folder. 3. Upload the PlayerKits 2 file you downloaded. ![PlayerKits 2 in plugins folder](https://i.imgur.com/EhecGhz.png) ## Step 3: Restarting Your Server Start your server again and check the console. You should see PlayerKits 2 load with no errors. Config files will be created in `plugins/PlayerKits2`. ![PlayerKits 2 loaded](https://i.imgur.com/JXT7dsl.png) ## Step 4: Creating Your First Kit 1. Put the items you want in the kit into your own inventory. 2. Run `/kit edit ` to create a new kit using your current inventory. 3. This opens an editing GUI where you can set the kit's cooldown, permission, cost, and other properties. ![creating new kit](https://i.imgur.com/xqNwlxH.png) ## Step 5: Using Kits - `/kit` opens the kits GUI so players can browse and claim kits. - `/kit ` claims a kit directly, without opening the GUI. - `/kit claim ` also claims a kit directly. - `/kit preview ` lets a player preview what's inside a kit before claiming it. ![using kits](https://i.imgur.com/8jMK2zQ.png) ## Step 6: Useful Admin Commands - `/kit verify` checks your kits and config for errors, handy after making changes. - `/kit reset ` resets a player's cooldown for a kit. For the full list of options, including requirements, costs, and custom inventory layouts, check the [PlayerKits 2 wiki](https://ajneb97.gitbook.io/playerkits-2/). ## Troubleshooting - **Plugin won't load**: Make sure the version you downloaded matches your server's Minecraft version. - **Players can't claim a kit**: Check the kit's permission node and any requirements set in `/kit edit`. ## How to Keep Your Minecraft Server Safe URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-keep-your-minecraft-server-safe Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: Security, Plugins Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-20 Learn how to protect your Minecraft server from common security threats and keep your server safe. Keeping your Minecraft server secure from griefers, hackers, and malicious actors is essential for a healthy community. Following a few foundational security practices can protect your server files, economy, and players. ## Avoid Unverified or "Cracked" Plugins * **The Risk:** Downloading plugins from sketchy, unverified sites or using leaked/cracked premium plugins is the #1 way servers get backdoored or infected with malware. * **The Fix:** Always download your plugins from official, trusted sources like SpigotMC, Modrinth, or GitHub (Check the source code). Never run .jar files sent by random users or untrusted websites. ## Never Give OP to Untrusted Players * **The Risk:** Server operators (/op) have absolute control over your server, including world editing, and console commands. Giving OP to the wrong person can result in your server being instantly deleted or griefed. * **The Fix:** Only give OP to trusted co-owners or admin staff. For other staff members, use a permission manager plugin like LuckPerms to assign specific, limited commands instead. ## Keep Your Whitelist Enabled * **The Risk:** Leaving your server completely open to the public allows griefers and bots to join instantly without restriction. * **The Fix:** If you are running a private community or playing with friends, enable your server's whitelist to control exactly who has access. Go to your console and run: ``` whitelist on ``` and ``` whitelist add ``` ## Install AuthMe for Cracked (Offline Mode) Servers * **The Risk:** If your server runs with online-mode=false to support cracked (offline) launchers, anyone can join using any player's exact username (including your admins), bypassing security and stealing accounts. * **The Fix:** Install the AuthMeReloaded plugin. This forces players using offline/cracked accounts to register and log in with a secure password every time they join, completely protecting player accounts from impersonation. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By following these security steps, your server will be guarded against common exploits and griefers. Grab your friends and enjoy a safe, secure gameplay experience! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How much RAM your Server actually needs URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-much-ram-your-server-actually-needs Category: Performance Difficulty: beginner Tags: RAM, performance, optimization Byline: Emma · 2026-08-20 A quick reference for sizing your server's RAM based on player count, plugins and mods. ## 1. Introduction > Figuring out how much RAM your Minecraft server needs **shouldn't require guesswork or throwing money at a bigger plan "just in case".** Too little RAM **leads to crashes and stutters**, too much can actually slow things down thanks to **longer Java garbage collection pauses.** This guide will give you real, usage-based sizing recommendations so you can pick a number that actually fits your server instead of following generic advice that doesn't account for your player count, plugins or mods. ![](https://i.imgur.com/O4HHZhh.png) ## 2. Quick Answer | Server Type | Players | RAM | |---|---|---| | Vanilla/Light Paper | 1-5 | **2-4 GB** | | Plugin Survival | 5-15 | **4-6 GB** | | Community Server | 15-30 | **6-10 GB** | | Large Network | 30+ | **10 GB+** | | Light Modded (Fabric) | 1-10 | **4-6 GB** | | Medium Modpack | 1-10 | **6-10 GB** | | Large Modpack (200+ Mods) | 1-10 | **10-16 GB** | MCServerHost's free plan starts at **4 GB of RAM**, which is enough for **Vanilla or light plugin setups.** Treat these as starting points, not hard rules. ## 3. What Actually Uses RAM - **View/Simulation distance**: Every loaded chunk **stays in memory.** - **Heavy Plugins**: Economy, land claims and custom item systems **cost far more** than cosmetic ones. - **Player Count**: Each player **pulls in nearby chunks and entities.** - **Entities**: Mob farms, item frames and droppeed-item pileups **add up fast.** - **Loaded Worlds**: Each active Multiverse world **adds its own overhead.** **NOTE:** World file size on disk **barely matters.** It's **active chunks** that drive usage, not total map size. ## 4. More Isn't Always Better Java's garbage collector has to periodically scan the whole heap. A bigger heap means **longer collection pauses,** which can show up as **stutters,** sometimes **worse** than the lag you were trying to fix. Aim for **60-80% usage** under normal load, not double "just in case". ## 5. Signs You Need More RAM - `OutOfMemoryError` crashes or repeated low-memory warnings - Usage pinned above 90% during normal play, not just spikes - Lag that's memory-related rather than CPU-bound. Check with [Spark](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/finding-minecraft-server-performance-issues-with-spark) before assuming RAM is the fix. ## 6. Changing It on MCServerHost RAM is tied to your **plan,** so there's no need to use Java flags like `-Xmx` yourself. Upgrade or downgrade anytime from your dashboard, and the panel handles the configuration for you. Free and premium plans run on **DDR5 RAM and AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPUs,** so whatever you allocate gets used efficiently instead of being bottlenecked by slow hardware. ## 7. Quick Checklist 1. Start from the table above for your server type and player count. 2. Add headroom for heavy plugins/mods rather than sizing up across the board. 3. Monitor real usage for a week before deciding to upgrade. 4. Adjust in small steps and re-check. Don't jump to the max your plan allows. ## How to Install EmoteCraft on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-emotecraft-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: Emotes, Fun, Bukkit, Fabric, Folia, Forge, NeoForge, Paper Byline: chrzastek · 2026-08-20 Add fun animated emotes your players can do in game, like waves, dances, and sits. EmoteCraft lets players do animated emotes with an easy menu. One project covers every loader, so you just grab the right build for your server: Bukkit, Fabric, Folia, Forge, NeoForge, Paper, or Quilt. ![Example emote](https://i.imgur.com/5VaZhWi.png) ## What You'll Need - A server running one of the supported loaders (Bukkit, Fabric, Folia, Forge, NeoForge, Paper, or Quilt) - The EmoteCraft file for your loader and Minecraft version - Fabric API, if you're using the Fabric build - Players also need EmoteCraft on their own game too ## Step 1: Downloading EmoteCraft Go to the [EmoteCraft page on Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/project/pZ2wrerK) and pick the build that matches your server's loader (Bukkit, Fabric, Folia, Forge, NeoForge, Paper, or Quilt) and Minecraft version. ![Modrinth install](https://i.imgur.com/WNMrGju.png) ## Step 2: Uploading EmoteCraft to Your Server 1. Log in to your panel and stop your server. 2. Open the **Files** section. Go to your `mods` folder (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge/Quilt) or `plugins` folder (Bukkit/Paper/Folia). 3. Upload the EmoteCraft file you downloaded. 4. If you're on Fabric, also upload Fabric API if you don't have it yet. ![Mod in file manager](https://i.imgur.com/SuUW1nC.png) ## Step 3: Restarting Your Server Start your server again and check the console. You should see EmoteCraft load. If the server won't start, you're probably missing Fabric API or a Forge library. ![Mod loading in logs](https://i.imgur.com/LSAAB7N.png) ## Step 4: Installing EmoteCraft on the Client Players need EmoteCraft on their own game to see and use emotes. They should: 1. Download the [EmoteCraft mod](https://modrinth.com/project/pZ2wrerK) that matches their loader and Minecraft version. 2. Put it in their own `mods` folder before joining. ## Step 5: Using Emotes Players can open the emote menu with a keybind to pick an emote. You can also add custom emotes to the server's EmoteCraft folder for everyone to use. ![Emote wheel](https://i.imgur.com/S3PPbS4.png) ## Troubleshooting - **Server won't start**: Make sure Fabric API or the right Forge library is installed. - **Players can't see emotes**: Check they have the mod installed on their client. ## How to Create a Minecraft Server Playtime Reward System URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-create-a-minecraft-server-playtime-reward-system Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: rewards, playtime, plugins Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-20 Learn how to set up playtime rewards and reward active players on your Minecraft server. Setting up a playtime reward system is one of the best ways to keep players active and engaged on your Minecraft server. Using the PlaytimeRewards plugin makes it easy to distribute automated currency, items, or perks based on how long players stay online. ## Install Required Dependencies To run a robust economy and playtime reward system smoothly on a Paper or Spigot server, you will need a few core plugins installed in your server's `plugins` folder: 1. Paper Server (Minecraft 1.21+) 2. Vault (Required for economy-based rewards) 3. PlaytimeRewards plugin ## Install PlaytimeRewards 1. Download the PlaytimeRewards `.jar` file. ![](https://i.imgur.com/IoVp13D.png) 2. Open your MCServerHost dashboard and go to your File Manager. 3. Upload the file into your `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/xnmFRUf.png) 4. Restart or Start your server to generate the configuration files. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Configure Rewards in config.yml Now, let's define what your players get for their active playtime: 1. Navigate to plugins/PlaytimeRewards/config.yml via your File Manager. ![](https://i.imgur.com/BvHOM8h.png) 2. Edit the **rewards** section to define your intervals (time in minutes) and the rewards granted. Example structure: ![](https://i.imgur.com/qkOjBwU.png) 3. Save your file and run the following command in your console to apply the changes: ``` playtimerewards reload ``` You've reached the end of this tutorial! Your PlaytimeRewards system is now configured and ready to reward players for their time on the server. Keep playing, earning rewards, and enjoying your Minecraft server! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Fix "You Are Not Invited to Play on This Server" on Bedrock URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-fix-you-are-not-invited-to-play-on-this-server-on-bedrock Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: Whitelist, Bedrock Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-19 Learn how to fix the "You Are Not Invited to Play on This Server" error on Minecraft Bedrock The "You are not invited to play on this server" error in Minecraft Bedrock Edition happens when the server has a whitelist enabled and your Microsoft Gamertag isn't added to it. Try the following steps to fix it: ## Method 1 : Whitelist Your Gamertag (Recommended for Private Servers) If you want to keep your server secure and only allow trusted friends or specific community members to join, you should add your Microsoft Gamertag directly to the whitelist rather than disabling security entirely. 1. Go to your MCServerHost dashboard and open the Console. 2. Run the following command to add your gamertag: ``` whitelist add ``` 3. Reload to apply the changes: ``` whitelist reload ``` 4. Return to your Minecraft client, refresh your server list, and attempt to reconnect. You should now pass the authentication check successfully. ## Method 2: Completely Disable the Whitelist (Quickest Solution) If you are setting up a public world, testing configurations, or simply don't want to deal with managing player lists every time a new friend wants to join, you can choose to turn the whitelist feature off entirely. 1. Go to your MCServerHost dashboard and open the Console. 2. Run the following command to turn off the whitelist: ``` whitelist off ``` 3. With the restriction removed, any player with your server's IP address and port can now join freely without manual authorization. > **Heads up!** After disabling the whitelist, anyone can join and impersonate other players if your server is running in offline mode. Be careful who you give OP permissions to and secure your accounts. You've reached the end of this tutorial! Your Bedrock connection issue should now be resolved, and you should be ready to join the server. Grab your friends and get back to playing! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## Common Minecraft Server Issues and How to Fix Them URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/common-minecraft-server-issues-and-how-to-fix-them Category: Getting started Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Issues, Fix, Troubleshooting Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-19 Learn how to identify and fix common Minecraft server issues. Running a multiplayer Minecraft server can sometimes come with unexpected hiccups. This guide covers some of the most common server issues you might encounter on your MCServerHost server and how to quickly resolve them. ## Connection Timed Out / Can't Reach Server ![](https://i.imgur.com/asB6eOb.png) * **The Cause:** This usually happens when the server is offline, restarting, or your IP address/port has changed. * **The Fix:** * Go to your MCServerHost dashboard and make sure the server status is Online. * Double-check that you are using the exact server IP and port provided in your panel. * Restart your Minecraft game client and try connecting again. ## Server Lag and Low TPS * **The Cause:** Too many entities, overloaded redstone contraptions, heavy plugins, or insufficient RAM allocation can cause your server to lag. * **The Fix:** * Clear out excessive entities or unoptimized farms using automated cleanup plugins. * Upgrade your server plan's via your MCServerHost dashboard if your player count or modpack demands more resources. ## "Outdated Client" or "Outdated Server" Error ![](https://i.imgur.com/2dAGOuT.png) * **The Cause:** A version mismatch between your game client and the server's software. Minecraft requires both to run the exact same version. * **The Fix:** * Check your server's software version in your control panel. * Update your Minecraft launcher profile to match the server's exact version (e.g., updating from 1.20.4 to 1.20.5), or update your server software version to match yours. ## Failed to login: Invalid session ![](https://i.imgur.com/wWIo9Vk.png) * **The Cause:** This error occurs when your Minecraft launcher loses connection to the Microsoft authentication servers, your login token expires, you are trying to join an online-mode server with an outdated session, or you are using a cracked launcher. * **The Fix:** * Completely close both your Minecraft game and the Minecraft Launcher. * Log out of your account in the launcher, log back in with your Microsoft account to refresh your session token, and restart your game. * If you are using a cracked launcher or running an offline server, ensure `online-mode=false` is set in your server's `server.properties` file. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, you should know how to troubleshoot and resolve common Minecraft server issues. Grab your friends and enjoy a smoother Minecraft experience! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Set Up an Anti-Cheat on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-an-anti-cheat-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: GrimAC, Anti Cheat, Security Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-19 Learn how to configure an anti-cheat to prevent cheating and maintain fair gameplay. Cheaters can quickly ruin the experience for everyone on a multiplayer server. GrimAC is one of the most advanced, open-source, and highly accurate anti-cheat plugins available, utilizing advanced mathematical models to detect movement and combat hacks with minimal false positives. This guide will show you how to set it up on your MCServerHost server. ## Install GrimAC 1. Ensure your server is running a plugin based software like Paper or Purpur (GrimAC heavily relies on modern Paper APIs). 2. Download the latest version of GrimAC from its official GitHub releases or Modrinth. ![](https://i.imgur.com/KnE9BZ4.png) 3. Log into your **MCServerHost dashboard**, open the `File Manager`, and navigate to the `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/HCBzTHz.png) 4. Upload the downloaded `.jar` files into the `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/B3L8hZ5.png) 5. On the top left click "Restart" or "Start" server to load the anti-cheat and generate its configuration folder. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Configure GrimAC Settings Once the plugin has generated its files, you can tweak settings such as notifications, strictness, and automated punishments. 1. In your File Manager, navigate to `plugins/GrimAC/`. 2. Open the `config.yml` file to customize detection thresholds, alert messages, and notification permissions for staff members. 3. Save your changes once finished. ## Check Permissions and Staff Alerts To ensure your moderation team can see anti cheat violation alerts in real-time: 1. Give staff members the necessary permission node (`grim.alerts`) via your permissions plugin (like LuckPerms). 2. Staff can toggle alerts on or off in-game using the command: ``` /grim alerts ``` You can check all permissions here : [GrimAC Permissions](https://github.com/GrimAnticheat/Grim/wiki/Permissions) ## Test and Reload After making adjustments to your configuration files: Run the reload command in your console or in-game (with proper permissions) to apply changes without restarting the whole server: ``` /grim reload ``` You've reached the end of this tutorial! Your anti-cheat system should now be fully configured and ready to protect your server from cheaters. Now all that's left is to invite your friends and enjoy a safer Minecraft experience! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Set Up GriefPrevention URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-griefprevention Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: GriefPrevention, Server Protection, Plugins Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-19 Learn how to configure GriefPrevention to protect builds, prevent griefing, and manage land claims. Protecting your players' builds from griefers and theft is one of the most important parts of running a successful multiplayer server. GriefPrevention is one of the most popular, intuitive, and lag-free land-claiming plugins available. This guide will show you how to install and set it up on your MCServerHost server. ## Install GriefPrevention GriefPrevention works straight out of the box with zero complex configuration required for basic setups. 1. Ensure your server is running a plugin-compatible software like Paper, Spigot, or Purpur. 2. Download the latest version of GriefPrevention ![](https://i.imgur.com/Alcbb5a.png) 3. Upload the downloaded GriefPrevention `.jar` file into the `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/OHmJcLg.png) 4. On the top left click "Restart" or "Start" server to load the plugin and generate its configuration files. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Give Out Claim Shovel GriefPrevention uses a golden shovel as the primary tool for claiming land, paired with a stick for inspecting claims. 1. Join your server. Players automatically receive a golden shovel and claiming blocks when they join, or you can give yourself one: ``` /give @p golden_shovel 1 ``` 2. Right-click two opposite corners of the area you want to claim. ## Manage Claim Trust Levels Once a player has created a claim, they can share access with friends using simple trust commands: * Give someone full access to build, open chests, and use buttons/doors: ``` /trust PlayerName ``` * Give container/chest access only (no building): ``` /containertrust PlayerName ``` * Give permission to use buttons, levers, and doors only: ``` /accessrust PlayerName ``` * Remove all permissions from a player: ``` /untrust PlayerName ``` ## Core Configuration (Optional) If you want to tweak claim blocks earned over time or adjust explosion settings: 1. Open your File Manager and navigate to `plugins/GriefPreventionData/config.yml`. ![](https://i.imgur.com/kRDTFuR.png) 2. Edit settings like claim block accrual rates, PvP rules, or creeper damage depending on your server's gameplay style. 3. Save changes and run `/gpreload` in your console to apply them. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your land claim system is fully active and ready to protect your players. Grab your friends and enjoy your newly secured server! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to run Bukkit and Spigot Plugins on a Minecraft Fabric Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-run-bukkit-and-spigot-plugins-on-a-minecraft-fabric-server Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: Plugins, Mods, Fabric, Cardboard Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-19 Run Bukkit and Spigot plugins on a Fabric server using Cardboard ## What is Cardboard? Cardboard is a Fabric mod that adds support for the Bukkit/Spigot plugin API. It lets you run plugins made for Bukkit, Spigot and Paper on a Fabric server. Some plugins may not work, so check what you're installing. --- ## Getting Started & Installation Cardboard needs three things that all match your Minecraft version, and they're all on the panel: 1. Go to Minecraft, and then go to the "Mod Installer" tab. 2. Search for and install "Cardboard", "Fabric API", and "iCommonLib" for your server's Minecraft version. 3. Restart your server so it loads. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/SwR5A82.png) --- ## Using Plugins Once Cardboard is loaded, you can add Bukkit/Spigot plugins: 1. Upload the plugin .jar into the plugins folder in your server files. 2. Restart the server. Plugin commands and config work like they would on a Spigot or Paper server. --- ## Important Considerations - Version Match: Fabric API, Cardboard and iCommonLib must all match your Minecraft version. - Plugin Compatibility: Not every Bukkit plugin works on Cardboard. Test each one. - Backups: Make backups before adding new plugins in case one causes problems. --- ## Conclusion With Cardboard installed, your Fabric server can run Bukkit and Spigot plugins. Match the versions, drop the files in, and add plugins like normal. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Create a OneBlock Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-create-a-oneblock-minecraft-server Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Oneblock, Bukkit, Spigot, Paper Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-19 Start the survival challenge where you build an island from a single regenerating block ## What is OneBlock? OneBlock is a game mode where players start on a single floating block. Breaking it makes a new one spawn, and each drop gives you the resources to grow a tiny island. It's survival stripped down to one block at a time. --- ## Getting Started & Installation OneBlock is an external plugin, so you install it from the plugin's own page rather than the built-in search: 1. Download OneBlock from https://modrinth.com/plugin/oneblock_bukkit/. 2. Pick the version that matches your server software (it needs a Spigot-style server like Paper or Spigot). 3. Use the File Manager in your server panel to go into the plugins folder. 4. Upload the downloaded .jar file there. 5. Restart your server so it loads. ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/wK0wwDd.png) --- ## Starting the Game 1. Join the server as an operator. 2. Stand in the air where you want the island and run: `/ob set`. This spawns the first grass block at your location. 3. Join the game with: `/ob join` 4. Break the block. It respawns and drops resources you use to expand your island. ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/BwaulSw.png) --- ## Important Considerations - **Operators Only:** Setup commands like `/ob set` need operator status. - **Progress:** `/ob IDReset` wipes levels and the island, so use it carefully. - **Islands:** `/ob islands true` creates islands automatically for new players. - **Progress Bar:** `/ob progress_bar true` shows your advancement bar at the top of the screen. --- ## Command Reference ### Core Commands: - `/ob join` - Join to your island - `/ob invite [player]` - Invite player to your island - `/ob kick [player]` - Remove player from your island - `/ob accept` - Accept island invitation - `/ob IDreset` - Resets your attachment to the island so that you can create a new island. (reset progress) ### Settings Commands: - `/ob set` - Set the first block (admin only) - `/ob set [distance]` - Set island spacing (e.g., 500 blocks) - `/ob circlemode [true/false]` - Enable circular island generation - `/ob autojoin [true/false]` - Auto-join players on world entry - `/ob protection [true/false]` - Prevent leaving islands - `/ob border [true/false]` - Enable player borders - `/ob droptossup [true/false]` - Toss items upward when dropped - `/ob physics [true/false]` - Toggle block physics (e.g., falling gravel) - `/ob lvl_mult [value]` - Set level multiplier formula - `/ob UseEmptyIslands [true/false]` - Reuse abandoned islands - `/ob islands [true/false]` - Enable custom islands - `/ob islands set_my_by_def` - Set your island as default template - `/ob islands default` - Reset to default island - `/ob island_rebirth [true/false]` - Enable island rebirth - `/ob progress_bar color [color]` - Set color - `/ob progress_bar [true/false]` - Toggle progress bar - `/ob progress_bar level` - Progress_bar level mode - `/ob progress_bar settext` - Progress_bar text change ### Config Commands: - `/ob reload` - Reload configuration files - `/ob listlvl` - List all levels - `/ob listlvl [level]` - Show blocks for specific level ### Other Commands: - `/ob idreset` [player] - Resets attachment to the island for the player. - `/ob setlevel` [player] 14 - Set ob level - `/ob clear` [player] - Reset the player ob level and remove his island - `/ob setleave` - `/ob leave` --- ## Conclusion With OneBlock installed, players get the classic single-block survival challenge. Set the first block, join, and start building your island one block at a time. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Add a Server Border on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-add-a-server-border-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: Worldborder, Border, Java Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-18 Limit the playable area to keep players together and reduce server lag ## What is a World Border? The world border is an invisible boundary that limits how far players can go. It keeps a community together, guides players through custom builds, and reduces lag by stopping distant chunks from loading. --- ## Setting the Border 1. Open your server's Console. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/ZuWhnas.png) 2. Set the center of the border: `worldborder center X Z` > Replace X and Z with your coordinates. Matching the center to your world spawn is recommended. Press F3 in-game to see your coordinates. You can see them in the top left in version 1.21.9 and below, otherwise you can find it on the right side of your screen. 3. Set the border size: `worldborder set SIZE` > SIZE is the width in blocks. For example: worldborder set 5000 4. The console confirms when both commands succeed. --- ## Essential Commands | Command | Description | |---|---| | `worldborder center X Z` | Places the center of the border. | | `worldborder set SIZE` | Sets the border size. | | `worldborder set SIZE TIME` | Slowly grows or shrinks the border over TIME seconds. | --- ## Important Considerations - **Keep Players Together:** A smaller border keeps the community close and the server tighter. - **Performance:** A border stops far-away chunks from loading, which helps with lag. - **Rebuilds:** Changing the border later is as easy as running the commands again. --- ## Conclusion With a world border set, players stay inside your chosen play area and your server runs lighter. Two commands and you're done. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Use Default Minecraft Commands on Your Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-default-minecraft-commands-on-your-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: Commands, OP Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-18 The built-in commands every operator has, without any plugins ## What are Default Commands? Default commands come with Minecraft itself and need no plugins. They cover moderation, giving items, teleporting, and much more. Most need operator permissions. --- ## Useful Commands ### Moderation | Command | Description | |---|---| | `/ban PlayerName` | Bans a player. | | `/kick PlayerName` | Kicks a player from the server. | | `/op PlayerName` | Gives operator status. | | `/deop PlayerName` | Removes operator status. | | `/whitelist add PlayerName` | Adds a player to the whitelist. | | `/list` | Shows who is online. | ### Giving Items and Effects | Command | Description | |---|---| | `/give PlayerName item 1` | Gives a player an item. | | `/clear PlayerName` | Clears a player's inventory. | | `/effect give PlayerName speed 10 2` | Applies an effect. | | `/enchant` | Enchants the item you hold. | ### Teleporting | Command | Description | |---|---| | `/tp PlayerName` | Teleports a player to you. | | `/spawnpoint PlayerName` | Sets a spawn point. | | `/setworldspawn` | Sets the world spawn. | ### World and Time | Command | Description | |---|---| | `/time set day` | Sets the time. | | `/weather clear` | Sets the weather. | | `/gamerule keepInventory true` | Keeps items on death. | | `/seed` | Shows the world seed. | ### Server Management | Command | Description | |---|---| | `/save-all` | Saves the world to disk. | | `/reload` | Reloads data packs and configs. | | `/stop` | Stops the server. | | `/difficulty normal` | Sets difficulty. | --- ## How to Run Commands - **In-game:** type the command in chat with a `/` before it. - **Console:** type it without the `/` in your server's console. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/ZuWhnas.png) --- ## Important Considerations - **Operator Permissions:** Most commands need operator status. Use `/op` to grant it. - **Command Blocks:** You can automate commands in the world with command blocks. - **Plugin Commands:** Plugins add their own commands on top of these. --- ## Conclusion Default commands give you full control over your server without plugins. Learn a handful and you can handle most daily server tasks. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Change the Entity Broadcast Range on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-change-the-entity-broadcast-range-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Performance Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Performance, Entity Broadcast Range, Optimization Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-18 Reduce server lag by limiting how far the server sends updates for entities ## What is the Entity Broadcast Range? The entity broadcast range controls how close a player must be to an entity (a mob, item frame, dropped item and so on) before the server sends updates for it to their game. Lowering it stops the server from processing distant entities, which cuts lag and bandwidth use. --- ## Changing the Value 1. Stop your server Press "Stop" in the Console. 2. Open `server.properties` Use the File Manager in your server control panel. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/RVq2fzP.png) 3. Find the line: `entity-broadcast-range-percentage=` and set a lower value, for example: `entity-broadcast-range-percentage=60` ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/A0FThdQ.png) 4. Save the file and start your server. --- ## Choosing a Value - 100: the default, full range. - 60: a common reduction that still feels normal. - Below 60: more performance gain, but mobs and objects can pop in closer to players. --- ## Important Considerations - **Too Low:** Entities suddenly appear right in front of players, which hurts immersion and ranged combat. - **Lag Reduction:** Lower values help a lot on servers with many players or heavy mobs. - **Test It:** Start at 60 and adjust until the balance feels right for your server. --- ## Conclusion Lowering the entity broadcast range is one of the easiest performance tweaks you can make. Set it to 60 to start, then tune from there. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Change the World Preset on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-change-the-world-preset-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: World Preset, World Type Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-18 Generate a different world type, like superflat, large biomes, or amplified ## What is a World Preset? The world preset decides what kind of terrain your world generates. You can pick a standard world, a flat world, giant biomes, or extreme amplified terrain. Changing it creates a new world. --- ## Preset Options | Option | Description | |---|---| | `default` | the standard Minecraft world. On versions 1.19+, use normal instead. | | `flat` | a superflat world. | | `largebiomes` | much larger biomes. On versions 1.19+, use large_biomes instead. | | `amplified` | taller, dramatic terrain with extreme mountains. | --- ## Changing the Preset 1. Stop your server Press "Stop" in the Console. 2. Open `server.properties` Use the File Manager in your server dashboard. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/RVq2fzP.png) 3. Find the line: `level-type=` and change it to one of the presets above, for example: `level-type=large_biomes` ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/KWg2805.png) 4. (Optional) Change level-name to a new name This keeps your old world and generates a fresh one with the new preset. 5. Save the file and start your server. --- ## Important Considerations - **Backups:** Download your current world before changing the preset. - **New World:** The preset only applies to a newly generated world. - **Version Names:** Older names like largebiomes differ from 1.19+ names like large_biomes. --- ## Conclusion Changing level-type generates a different kind of world. It's a quick way to start over with fresh, custom terrain. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Change the Difficulty on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-change-the-difficulty-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: Difficulty, Gameplay Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-18 Set your server to Peaceful, Easy, Normal or Hard ## What is a World Preset? The world preset decides what kind of terrain your world generates. You can pick a standard world, a flat world, giant biomes, or extreme amplified terrain. Changing the preset only affects newly generated worlds, so you will need to create a new world to see the changes. **Important:** If you want to keep your current world, make sure to back it up or download it before making any changes. This gives you the option to restore it later if needed. --- ## Preset Options | Option | Description | |---|---| | `default` | The standard Minecraft world. On versions 1.19+, use `normal` instead. | | `flat` | A superflat world with mostly flat terrain. | | `largebiomes` | Much larger biomes. On versions 1.19+, use `large_biomes` instead. | | `amplified` | Taller, dramatic terrain with extreme mountains. | --- ## Changing the Preset ### 1. Stop your server Go to the Console in your server dashboard and press **Stop** before making any changes. ### 2. Back up your current world If you want to keep your current world, download a copy before continuing. This is especially important if you have built structures or made progress you don't want to lose. You have two options: - **Keep your current world:** Download it to your computer so you can upload it again later if needed. - **Start fresh:** You can delete your current world or rename its folder so the server generates a new one. Renaming the world folder is usually the safer option because it lets you keep the old world on your server while generating a new one. ### 3. Open `server.properties` Open the File Manager in your server dashboard and find the `server.properties` file. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/RVq2fzP.png) ### 4. Change the world preset Find the following line: `level-type=` Change it to one of the available presets. For example, to generate a world with larger biomes, use: `level-type=large_biomes` Make sure you use the correct preset name for your Minecraft version. ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/KWg2805.png) ### 5. Choose how to handle your current world Before starting the server again, decide what you want to do with your existing world. - **Keep the world:** Download it as a backup and rename the existing world folder. This allows you to return to it later. - **Delete the world:** If you no longer need it, you can delete the existing world folder. Make sure you have a backup first if you might want to recover it. - **Use a different world name:** Change the `level-name` setting in `server.properties` to a new name. The server will generate a new world using that name, leaving the old world untouched. For example: `level-name=NewWorld` This is a good option if you want to keep your old world and switch between worlds later. ### 6. Save and start your server Save your changes and start the server again. Minecraft will generate a new world using the selected preset if the world specified by `level-name` does not already exist. If you keep using an existing world, changing the preset alone will not change its terrain. --- ## Important Considerations - **Backups:** Always download or back up your current world before deleting or replacing it, especially if you have important builds. - **New World:** The preset only affects newly generated worlds. Existing terrain will not change just because you update `level-type`. - **Keep or delete:** You can rename your old world folder to keep it, download it to your computer, or delete it if you are sure you no longer need it. - **World name:** Changing `level-name` lets the server generate a separate world without replacing the one you already have. - **Version Names:** Older preset names, such as `largebiomes`, differ from newer names, such as `large_biomes`. Check which names your Minecraft version supports. --- ## Conclusion Changing `level-type` lets you generate a Minecraft world with different terrain, from flat landscapes to huge biomes and dramatic mountains. Before making changes, back up your current world if you want to keep it. You can then choose whether to download it, rename it, or delete it to generate a fresh world with your new preset. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## How to Fully Customize Your Server MOTD URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-fully-customize-your-server-motd Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Paper, MOTD, Customization Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Customize your server list MOTD, favicon, player count, and hover text with multiple switchable profiles. The server list entry (MOTD, player count, favicon, hover text) is the first thing anyone sees before connecting. By default you're limited to a static MOTD in `server.properties`. AdvancedServerList gives you full control over all of it: multiple profiles that switch based on conditions, MiniMessage formatting, and per-player customization using cached IP data. ### Requirements - A **Paper** server (1.20+), or a **BungeeCord/Waterfall/Velocity** proxy - **PlaceholderAPI** (optional, enables placeholders from other plugins in profiles) ### Installation 1. Download the plugin for your platform from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/advancedserverlist). ![Download AdvancedServerList](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/bftl2hgytpkf63wwiwdyi7dwty-1402x868.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the jar to `plugins/` via the File Manager. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/xzva7gwmnrwgqrczwglq2desxu-1105x688.webp) 4. Start your server. AdvancedServerList generates the following structure: ``` plugins/AdvancedServerList/ ├── favicons/ ├── profiles/ │ └── default.yml └── config.yml ``` ### What Each File Does **`profiles/default.yml`** configures your server list appearance. Each file in `profiles/` is a separate profile. The plugin picks the one with the highest `priority` whose `condition` returns true. Every profile can set: - `motd`: up to two lines, full MiniMessage formatting including gradients and RGB colors - `favicon`: a PNG from `favicons/`, a direct URL, or a player username to show their head - `playerCount`: hide the count, replace the hover list, set custom numbers, or add an offset to the max - `condition`: an expression that must be true for the profile to activate (e.g. show a different MOTD to banned players) - `priority`: higher number = checked first **`favicons/`** is where you drop PNG images to use as server icons. Reference them by filename in any profile. **`config.yml`** controls plugin-level settings: player caching, update checks, favicon cache duration, and what to disable during Maintenance mode. After editing any profile, run `/asl reload` to apply changes without a restart. ### Commands & Permissions | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/asl reload` | Reloads all profiles | | `/asl profiles add [name]` | Creates a new empty profile file | | `/asl clearcache` | Clears the player IP/UUID cache | For the full profile option reference, conditions, expressions, and placeholder list, visit the [AdvancedServerList wiki](https://asl.andre601.ch/). ### Conclusion AdvancedServerList takes five minutes to set up and immediately makes your server look more polished in the multiplayer list. Start with `default.yml`, set a custom MOTD and favicon, then add more profiles as you need them. If you run into any issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or reach us at support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Install Mods on Your Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-mods-on-your-server Category: Mods Difficulty: beginner Tags: Mods, Forge, Fabric Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Install mods on your Forge or Fabric server from the panel or by uploading a jar. Mods run on Forge or Fabric servers and change actual gameplay: new items, mechanics, dimensions, and more. Unlike plugins, most mods require players to have the same mod installed on their client to connect. Your server needs to be running Forge or Fabric before you install any mods. ### Option 1: Install from the Panel (One Click) MCServerHost has a built-in Modrinth browser so you can install mods without touching the File Manager: 1. Open your server in the MCServerHost dashboard. 2. Go to the **Mod Installer** tab. ![Mod Installer](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/djowingk4xyuug5xvcayhzgv4q-1210x755.webp) 3. Search for the mod you want and click **Install**. 4. Restart your server. ### Option 2: Upload Manually If a mod isn't on Modrinth or you prefer managing files yourself: 1. Download the `.jar` file from a trusted source ([Modrinth](https://modrinth.com), [CurseForge](https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft), or the mod's official page). 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Open the **File Manager** and navigate to the `mods/` folder. 4. Click **Upload** and select the `.jar` file. ![Upload mod](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/4qbwszuree3635osxwduuk7pr4-1153x421.webp) 5. Start your server. ### Before You Install **Check version compatibility.** A mod built for Forge 1.20.1 won't load on Fabric 1.21, and a mod for 1.20 won't load on 1.21 even on the same loader. Always match the mod version to your server's exact Minecraft version and loader. **Check for dependencies.** Many mods require libraries like Fabric API or Kotlin for Forge. These show up as required dependencies on the mod's download page. Install them the same way before starting the server. That's it. Either install from the Modrinth panel in one click, or grab the `.jar` and upload it yourself. ## How to Get a Custom Tab URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-get-a-custom-tab Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Tab, Paper, Sidebar, Permissions Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Customize your TAB list, nametags, scoreboard, header/footer, and BossBar from one plugin. The default Minecraft TAB list shows players in random order, no formatting, no header or footer, and no rank prefixes. TAB by NEZNAMY takes over all of that: the TAB list, nametags, header/footer text, scoreboard sidebar, and BossBar, in one plugin instead of four separate ones conflicting over packets. ### Requirements - A **Paper or Spigot** server, or a **BungeeCord/Velocity** proxy - **LuckPerms** (needed for automatic rank-based prefixes) - **PlaceholderAPI** (optional, enables placeholders from other plugins) ### Installation 1. Download TAB from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/tab-was-taken) or [HangarMC](https://hangar.papermc.io/NEZNAMY/TAB). ![Download TAB](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/tg7deoq4smcdt4glnejt4bnbly-1384x846.webp) 2. Stop your server from the MCServerHost dashboard. 3. Upload the download file to `plugins/` via the File Manager. ![Upload button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/gl2dboswc3buvjxjkch47yykda-1103x553.webp) 4. Start your server. TAB generates its config files on first run. Inside `plugins/TAB/` you'll find: ``` plugins/TAB/ ├── config.yml ├── groups.yml └── users.yml ``` ### What Each File Does ``` config.yml - TAB list, nametags, header/footer, scoreboard, BossBar, sorting (each has enabled toggle) groups.yml - tabprefix/tabsuffix -> TAB list | tagprefix/tagsuffix -> above heads | maps to LuckPerms groups users.yml - per-player overrides of groups.yml, target by username or UUID ``` Run `/tab reload` after editing any file. ### Commands & Permissions | Command | What it does | |---|---| | `/tab reload` | Reloads all config files | | `/tab group [name] [property] [value]` | Set a property for a group | | `/tab player [name] [property] [value]` | Set a property for a specific player | | `/tab cpu` | Shows plugin CPU usage | For the full feature reference (animations, conditional placeholders, sorting, per-world settings, proxy setup) visit the [TAB wiki](https://github.com/NEZNAMY/TAB/wiki). ### Important Considerations - **Conflicts.** TAB uses scoreboard teams for nametag sorting. Plugins that also manage teams (glow, disguise, some anticheat) will conflict. The wiki has compatibility guides. - **Proxy setups.** Install TAB on the proxy. Use `%vault_prefix%` via PlaceholderAPI for cross-server LuckPerms prefixes instead of `%luckperms-prefix%`, which only works on the same server instance. - **Nicknames.** Put the nickname placeholder in `customtabname`, not `tabprefix`. Using `tabprefix` shows the name twice. ### Conclusion TAB is something you configure once and forget about. Most setups only need `groups.yml` edits to get prefixes and sorting working. If you run into any issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or reach us at support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Set Up ExcellentCrates on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-excellentcrates-on-a-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Crates, Economy Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-18 Set up ExcellentCrates to create custom reward crates, keys, and opening animations. Crates are a fantastic way to reward your players, offer vote rewards, or build a functional store system on your server. ExcellentCrates is a modern, feature-rich, and highly customizable crate plugin. This guide will show you how to install and configure it on your MCServerHost server. # Install ExcellentCrates and Dependencies ExcellentCrates requires Vault, an economy plugin (like EssentialsX) and NightCore to handle crate keys and purchases, along with a hologram plugin if you want floating text above your crates. 1. Ensure your server is running a plugin compatible software like **Paper, Spigot, or Purpur**. 2. Download ExcellentCrates (and its required dependencies like Vault, NightCore and a hologram provider if needed). ![](https://i.imgur.com/SHMLfua.png) 3. Log into your MCServerHost dashboard, open the File Manager, and navigate to the `plugins` folder. 4. Upload all downloaded `.jar` files into the `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/l7zIwU3.png) 5. On the top left click "Restart" or "Start" server to load the plugins and generate their configuration folders. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Create Your First Crate Once the plugin is loaded, you can create your first crate in-game. 1. Join your server with **operator (OP)** permissions. 2. Run the creation command to open the in game editor: ``` /crates editor ``` 3. Click **"Crates"**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/aQNHd9R.png) 4. Click **"New Crate"** to create a new crate. ![](https://i.imgur.com/NckXuuH.png) 5. Open the **"Rewards"** section. ![](https://i.imgur.com/jXZqpEb.png) 6. Drag and drop your desired reward items onto the anvil icon to add them to the crate. ## Configure Keys and Costs By default, newly created crates can be opened without any cost. You need to assign keys or currency requirements to secure them: 1. Open your editor again (`/crates editor`) 2. Click **Keys** ![](https://i.imgur.com/9pp8kvZ.png) 3. Select **New Key** ![](https://i.imgur.com/Awif9D1.png) Once you have created your key: 1. Open your editor again (`/crates editor`). 2. Select your crate from the menu 3. Click **Cost Options**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/irSm1Aw.png) 4. Select **Vacant Slot**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/IaIczgo.png) 5. Give it a unique name. 6. Select "Currency" to charge money or "Key" to require a key. 7. After creation, click on your newly made Cost Option. ![](https://i.imgur.com/iX73mW0.png) 8. Click on **Vacant Slot** ![](https://i.imgur.com/hb8FkYW.png) ## Test Your Crate Congratulations! Your crate is ready to test. Run the following command to give yourself a key and try it out: ``` /crates key give ``` You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your custom crates are fully set up and ready to reward your players. Grab your friends and enjoy your newly secured server! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Join Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-join-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: server, join, java, bedrock, ip, port Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-18 How to Join Your Minecraft Server at MCServerHost Once your Minecraft server is set up and running, all that's left to do is connect to it! Whether you are playing on Java Edition or Bedrock Edition, finding your connection details and joining your world takes just a few clicks. --- ## Finding Your Server IP and Port To connect to your server, you need its IP address and port. 1. Log in to your **MCServerHost dashboard** and select your server. 2. At the top right of your server panel, click the **How to Join** button. ![Clicking the How to Join button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/dzyhlo4euso6uya4gfqsheqh6q-327x159.webp) 4. Click the copy button next to the address to copy it to your clipboard. ![How to Join modal popup](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/kv3w3w2rjjiskvx7sqnga5pvty-567x446.webp) --- ## How to Join on Minecraft Java Edition 1. Launch **Minecraft: Java Edition**. 2. From the main menu, click **Multiplayer**. 3. Click **Add Server**. 4. Enter a name for the server under **Server Name** (e.g., `MCSHTest`). 5. Paste your copied IP address into the **Server Address** field. ![Java Edition Add Server screen](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/n3ih3zmupebf2wqd7iopd7ud7y-797x841.webp) 6. Click **Done**, then select your server from the list and click **Join Server**. --- ## How to Join on Minecraft Bedrock Edition 1. Launch **Minecraft: Bedrock Edition**. 2. Click **Play** from the main menu, then navigate to the **Servers** tab. 3. Click **Add Server**. 4. Fill in the required details: * **Server Name:** Any name you like. * **Server Address:** Your server IP address. * **Port:** `19132`. ![Bedrock Edition Add Server menu](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/skr33xdjq7tokjh2h5i3ci5ele-1543x605.webp) 5. Click **Add Server** or **Add Server & Play** to connect immediately to your server! --- ## Conclusion Now that you know how to retrieve your server IP and connect, you and your friends can jump into your world at any time. Make sure your server is turned on in the dashboard before attempting to connect! Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost, you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Analyze & Share Your Minecraft Server Logs URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-analyze-share-your-minecraft-server-logs Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: Logs, Analyzing Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Paste your log into mcsh.tools, hit Analyze, and get a shareable link in seconds. Server logs can get long fast, and sharing them manually is a pain. [mcsh.tools/logs](https://mcsh.tools/logs) lets you analyze your logs, redact anything sensitive, and get a shareable link in seconds. ### Downloading Your Log File 1. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard and open the **File Manager**. ![File Manager](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/paluwnv5s3uxo6gmdkuvrif3su-1132x570.webp) 2. Open the `logs` folder and download `latest.log`. ![Download latest.log](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/vduo6tivxpbbxyjrtcyxqkq7ga-1138x822.webp) ### Analyzing Your Log 1. Head to [mcsh.tools/logs](https://mcsh.tools/logs) and paste your `latest.log` contents into the text area. Hit **Load sample** first if you want to see how it works. 2. Toggle **Scrub IPs & access tokens before analyzing** if your log has info you don't want shared. 3. Click **Analyze log**, then **Save & share** to generate a link. ![Paste log](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/c3tmhhbwcgtis3gpgqzwlkthya-1126x670.webp) 4. Click **Copy link** to grab it and send it to our support team or whoever needs it. ### Conclusion Paste your log, analyze, copy the link. No accounts to create, no plugins to install. If something's wrong with your server, reach out on our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/JFKfanQZTt) or email [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com). ## How to Set Up WorldGuard on a Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-worldguard-on-a-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: WorldGuard, WorldEdit, Server Protection Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-18 Learn how to set up WorldGuard on your Minecraft server to protect regions, control PvP, prevent griefing, and manage custom flags. Whether you want to protect spawn areas, secure player bases, or disable creepers blowing up specific zones, WorldGuard is the ultimate plugin for region protection and server environment control. This guide will show you how to install WorldGuard and set up your first protected region on your MCServerHost server. ## Install Dependencies WorldGuard requires another core plugin called WorldEdit to function properly because it relies on selecting regions using in-game tools (like the wooden axe). 1. Ensure your server is running a plugin-compatible software like Paper, Spigot, or Purpur. 2. Download the latest compatible versions of both **WorldEdit** and **WorldGuard** from **Modrinth** or **SpigotMC**. 3. Log into your MCServerHost dashboard, open the File Manager, and navigate to the `plugins` folder. 4. Upload both the WorldEdit and WorldGuard `.jar` files into the `plugins` folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/4S24uER.png) 5. On the top left click "Restart" or "Start" server to load the plugins. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Select a Region With WorldEdit Before you can protect an area with WorldGuard, you need to define its boundaries using WorldEdit. 1. Join your server with operator (OP) permissions. 2. Type `//wand` to get the selection tool (a wooden axe) 3. Left-click the **first corner (block)** of the area you want to protect. 4. Right-click the **opposite diagonal corner** (making sure to select from top to bottom, or covering the full height of the build). ## Define and Claim the Region Once your region is selected, you can save and name it using WorldGuard. 1. Run the following command to create the region (replace `spawn` with whatever name you want to give your region): ``` /region define spawn ``` 2. If successful, WorldGuard will save the selected cuboid as a protected region under that name. ## Configure Region Flags Flags allow you-to control what players can and cannot do inside your protected region. Here are some popular ones: | Action / Flag | Command | Description | | --- | --- | --- | | **Disable Block Breaking** | `/region flag spawn block-break deny` | Prevents players from breaking blocks inside the region. | | **Disable PvP** | `/region flag spawn pvp deny` | Disables player-versus-player combat. | | **Disable Mob Spawning** | `/region flag spawn mob-spawning deny` | Stops hostile monsters from spawning in the area. | | **Disable Creeper Explosions** | `/region flag spawn creeper-explosion deny` | Prevents creepers from damaging blocks. | | **Disable TNT Explosions** | `/region flag spawn tnt deny` | Prevents TNT explosions from damaging blocks. | ## Assign Owners or Members If you want other players to be able to build or manage the region, you can add them as members or owners: * Add a member (can build if allowed, but cannot edit region settings): ``` /region addmember spawn PlayerName ``` * Add an owner (full control over the region and flags): ``` /region addowner spawn PlayerName ``` You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your custom region protection is fully set up and active. Grab your friends and enjoy your newly secured server! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Give Yourself Admin Rights (OP) on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-give-yourself-admin-rights-op-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: op, admin, commands, permission Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-18 How to Give Yourself Admin Rights (OP) on Your Minecraft Server When starting a new Minecraft server, the first thing you want to do is give yourself admin rights (commonly known as OP). With it, you gain access to every single in-game command. Whether you need it on a creative server to build amazing things or to manage your survival world, having OP on your server is an absolute must. --- ## What is an Operator (OP)? An Operator is a player with administrative permissions on a server. By default, new players do not have access to admin commands. Once granted OP status, you gain access to commands like `/gamemode`, `/tp`, `/kick`, `/ban`, and plugin management commands. --- ## How to OP Yourself Using the Console Since you cannot grant yourself admin permissions from inside the game without already having them, you must use the server console. 1. Log in to your **MCServerHost dashboard** and select your server. 2. Go to the **Console** tab in the sidebar menu. 3. In the command input field at the bottom of the console, type: `op YourUsername` *(Replace `YourUsername` with your actual Minecraft username. **Do not** include a leading slash `/` in the server console).* 4. Press **Enter**. You should see a console confirmation stating: `Made [YourUsername] a server operator`. > If you are currently logged into the game, you will also see a message in chat confirming that you are now an operator. --- ## How to Remove OP Status (De-OP) If you ever need to revoke OP rights from yourself or another player, simply run the following command in the console (or in-game if you are already an OP): `deop YourUsername` --- ## Conclusion Giving yourself OP status is the quickest way to gain full control over your Minecraft world and manage your server. Be careful about who you grant OP status to, as operators have full control over server commands and settings! Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost, you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Enable CrossPlay on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-enable-crossplay-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: crossplay, multiplayer, java, bedrock Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-18 How to Enable CrossPlay on Your Minecraft Server with GeyserMC Minecraft featured two editions of the game — the Java edition, which is majorly used on PC, and the Bedrock edition, which is majorly used on consoles, mobiles, Windows 10/11, and many others. Both these editions of the game runs differently and have their own unique gameplay mechanics, preventing players from joining the same server or world. However, to solve this issue, players can simply install GeyserMC. A revolutionary plugin allowing the bedrock edition of the game to join servers running on the Java edition and experience all the features, plugins, and other mechanics configured on it. --- ## What is GeyserMC?! GeyserMC is a plugin that acts as a proxy between a Java and a Bedrock server. It works by translating Bedrock network packets from the Bedrock client into Java-compatible ones. In simple terms, it acts as a gateway for the Bedrock edition of the game to join a Java server, and since it only works by translating Bedrock network packets, no updates or modifications take place in the game, and both editions of the game can enjoy the same experience without experiencing any type of difficulty. --- ## Installing GeyserMC on MCServerHost Installing GeyserMC on your server is quick and simple. You can turn on crossplay in a single click, and MCServerHost will install and configure both **GeyserMC** and **Floodgate** for you. 1. Log in to your **MCServerHost dashboard** and select your server. 2. Open **Advanced Settings** and find the **Bedrock crossplay** section. 3. Click the **Turn on crossplay** button. Your server will then accept connections from both Java and Bedrock players. ![Turning on crossplay from the Bedrock crossplay section in Advanced Settings](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/opqxpcqrtbvoktvgl4o7fhydy4-1517x547.webp) ### Manual Installation If you would rather install the plugins yourself, or crossplay does not turn on for any reason, you can also install **GeyserMC** and **Floodgate** manually. With our system at MCServerHost, you do not need to manually edit configuration files or port settings, as they automatically get configured correctly upon startup! Follow the steps below: 1. Download the latest versions of **GeyserMC** and **Floodgate** from [GeyserMC’s official website](https://geysermc.org/download). ![GeyserMC Official Download Page](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/brhkcvi42jeixq4jpa3hka4lu4-821x661.webp) 2. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard, locate the server where you want to install the plugins, and stop the server. 3. Navigate to the **File Manager**, open the `plugins` folder (or `mods` folder if using Fabric/Forge), and upload both the **GeyserMC** and **Floodgate** `.jar` files. ![Uploading GeyserMC and Floodgate jar files into File Manager](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/w62cuvdhczsr7yxfwa6od3pegi-1521x796.webp) 4. Restart your server. Once started, MCServerHost will automatically configure everything required for crossplay to work seamlessly. --- ## Useful Extra Configuration Settings Although MCServerHost automatically configures network settings and ports, you can still customize additional GeyserMC options to tailor the gameplay experience for Bedrock players. These settings can be found in `plugins/Geyser-Spigot/config.yml` (or `mods/Geyser-Fabric/config.yml`): * **`gameplay.nether-roof-workaround`**: By default, Bedrock Edition prevents players from building or walking above Y=128 in the Nether. Setting this value to `true` allows Bedrock players to build and travel on top of the Nether roof just like Java players. * **`gameplay.cooldown-type`**: Java Edition features attack cooldowns that Bedrock natively lacks. You can set this to `crosshair` or `hotbar` to display a visual attack cooldown indicator to Bedrock players during combat, or `disabled` to turn it off. * **`motd.passthrough-motd`**: Setting this option to `true` automatically syncs your Java server's MOTD (Message of the Day) and server icon so Bedrock players can see it on their server list. --- ## Conclusion After completing the entire process according to this tutorial, you will be able to join your Java edition server with any edition of the game. On that, it is advised to back up your server before installing GeyserMC on your server, as it can also produce multiple errors on your server if conflicts occur. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## Which Server Software Should You Choose for Your Minecraft Server? URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/which-server-software-should-you-choose-for-your-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: server software, plugins, mods, vanilla Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-18 Which Server Software Should You Choose for Your Minecraft Server? Whether you are dreaming of hosting an epic Survival SMP, a chaotic modded adventure, or a massive network of minigames, there is one big decision you need to make first — i.e., which server type should you choose!? And if you’ve ever looked into this earlier, you’ve probably been bombarded with names like Vanilla, PaperMC, Spigot, Forge, Fabric, and BungeeCord, each claiming to be the best. It sounds confusing, right?! We’ve got you covered. This guide breaks down various server types in a simple way. By the end, you will know exactly which server type suits your needs. Let's just dive in and find the perfect server type! --- ## What is Server Software? Think of server software as the brain of your server, fixing gameplay and in-game inconsistencies along with tweaking server performance. Some software lets you add plugins, while others allow you to add mods to the game by enhancing the experience, and some just exist to connect multiple servers together. These software types fall into three categories: * **Plugin-Based Software:** These software allow you to add plugins to your server, allowing you to add new features and mechanics to the game without requiring any client-side modifications. Examples include **PaperMC**, **Spigot**, and many others. * **Mod-Based Software:** These software allow you to fully customize your game's in-game mechanics with the help of mods but require the players to install the mod on both the server and client sides of the game, except in some cases, where only server or client-side installation is required. Examples include **Forge**, **Fabric**, and many others. * **Proxy-Based Software:** These mainly help to connect multiple Minecraft servers, allowing players to switch between them without any hassle. Examples include **BungeeCord**, **Velocity**, and some others. Now, let's break down these mainstream server software so that you can find the one that suits your gameplay requirements. --- ## Types of Server Software * **PaperMC:** PaperMC is an ideal choice for plugin-based servers like SMPs, Lifesteal, Anarchy, PvP, Economy, and Minigames. It is highly optimized for performance, reducing lag and improving server efficiency by consuming fewer resources. PaperMC is fully compatible with Spigot and Bukkit plugins, offering advanced configuration options to tweak gameplay mechanics. The only limitation of PaperMC is that it doesn't support mods (no Forge/Fabric mod support). * **Purpur:** Purpur is best suited for high-performance servers. Forked from PaperMC, it offers extra tweaks and features while primarily aiming for extreme performance and compatibility with Spigot and Bukkit plugins. Purpur is a great choice for larger servers with customized worlds. Similar to PaperMC, it doesn't support mods. * **Vanilla:** Vanilla is great for players who just want to enjoy the pure Minecraft experience, without any customizations involved. It’s the standard, unmodified version of the game, so all you need to do is fire up your server and start playing. That said, it does have a few limitations, like it does not support plugins or mods and offers fewer ways to customize things. * **Forge:** Forge is a great choice if you want to run a heavily modded Minecraft server with a lot of customizations. It lets you add new blocks, items, and game mechanics, making the gameplay feel completely different and unique. The downside? It doesn’t support plugins like PaperMC and Purpur, and anyone joining your server needs to have the same mods installed on their game client. * **Fabric:** Fabric is a great choice if you’re looking for a lightweight, performance-friendly way to run mods. It’s faster and updates quicker with new Minecraft versions, making it ideal for smaller modpacks and performance tweaks. It doesn’t have as many mods as Forge and doesn’t support plugins. * **BungeeCord:** BungeeCord acts as a proxy that allows players to switch between different servers. It works by simply linking multiple servers together, allowing players to switch without any hassle. It’s mainly used by large communities running multi-server networks. It doesn’t support any plugins or mods and doesn’t usually affect gameplay, as it is just used for linking servers together. * **Velocity:** Velocity, on the other hand, is mainly designed for high-performance multi-server networks, offering faster connections and a better player experience than BungeeCord. It’s great for large-scale setups. It also has fewer proxy-compatible plugins compared to BungeeCord, so keep that in mind when choosing the right proxy for your network. --- ## Conclusion So, which server software is right for you?! If you want a fast and optimized server with plugins, PaperMC or Purpur is the way to go. If mods are something you're thinking about, pick Forge or Fabric. If you just want simple, unmodified Minecraft, Vanilla is perfect. And for linking multiple servers, BungeeCord and Velocity have you covered. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost, you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Download Your Minecraft World from Your Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-download-your-minecraft-world-from-your-server Category: Other Difficulty: beginner Tags: Backup, Files, SFTP Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Download your Minecraft world files safely and keep a backup or move them to another server. Whether you're switching hosts, making a local backup, or moving your world to singleplayer, downloading your world files is straightforward once you're connected via SFTP. ### Before You Start You'll need an SFTP client connected to your server. If you haven't done that yet, follow our [How to Use SFTP with MCServerHost](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-sftp-with-mcserverhost) guide first; it covers installing FileZilla and getting your credentials in a few steps. ![FileZilla interface](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/rxw2konlvhmulvn57w7skjrqnm-1200x786.webp) ### Stop Your Server First Always stop your server before downloading world files. Downloading while the server is running can result in corrupted or incomplete chunks. 1. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard. 2. Stop your server from the control panel. ![Stop server button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/lh5sakcrwymtrewl5uxcgvrxdm-1228x550.webp) ### Find Your World Folders Open your FTP client and browse your server's root directory. Your world data is split into one or more folders depending on your server software: | Server software | World folders | |---|---| | Vanilla | `world` | | PaperMC | `world`, `world_nether`, `world_the_end` | | Spigot | `world`, `world_nether`, `world_the_end` | | Bukkit | `world`, `world_nether`, `world_the_end` | | Forge | `world` | | Fabric | `world` | | Bedrock (Nukkit/PMMP) | `worlds/` | Download all relevant folders if you want the full world including the Nether and End. ### Download the Files Select the world folder(s), then drag and drop them to a location on your device. Depending on your world size and internet speed, this can take anywhere from a few minutes to half an hour. ![FileZilla downloading world](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/3so4hhw25253l34snccfhh35za-1200x786.webp) Once the transfer finishes, you're done. The world folder is ready to be uploaded to another server, opened in singleplayer, or kept as a backup. If you run into any issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or reach us at support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Set Up a Velocity URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-a-velocity Category: Networking Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Velocity, Networking, Paper Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Run multiple Minecraft servers behind one address with Velocity and send players to the right backend automatically. Velocity is a modern proxy server that lets you connect multiple Minecraft servers under one address. Players join a hub, then get sent to survival, minigames, or any other backend you configure. It's faster and more stable than BungeeCord, and most networks use it today. ### What You'll Need - At least **two servers** on MCServerHost: one for the Velocity proxy, one for each backend - All backend servers running **Paper** (or another Velocity-compatible software) ### Step 1: Create a Velocity Server 1. Go to your MCServerHost dashboard and create a new server. 2. When selecting server software, choose **Velocity**. 3. Start the server once to let it generate its config files, then stop it. ### Step 2: Configure velocity.toml 1. Open Network and copy the port number of your Velocity server. ![Velocity server port](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/t4hi7exyjufp5quhpu4jv4ml4m-1220x552.webp) 2. Open the File Manager on your Velocity server and edit `velocity.toml`. The key sections: **Set your bind address:** ```toml bind = "0.0.0.0:10785" ``` **Add your backend servers:** ```toml [servers] lobby = "191.96.231.4:10418" survival = "191.96.231.7:10501" try = ["lobby"] ``` Each entry under `[servers]` is a name mapped to the internal address and port of a backend server. The `try` list is where players are sent when they first connect. **Set your forwarding mode:** ```toml player-info-forwarding-mode = "modern" ``` Modern forwarding is Velocity's own secure method and is recommended over legacy BungeeCord forwarding. Copy the secret key it generates. You'll need it on the backend servers. ### Step 3: Configure Each Backend Server On each Paper backend server, open `config/paper-global.yml` and enable Velocity forwarding: ```yaml proxies: velocity: enabled: true online-mode: true secret: "paste-your-secret-here" ``` The secret is in `forwarding.secret` in your Velocity server's file directory. Paste the same value on every backend. Also open `server.properties` on each backend and set: ```properties online-mode=false ``` This tells each backend to let Velocity handle authentication instead of verifying players itself. ### Step 4: Start Everything 1. Start all your backend servers first. 2. Start the Velocity proxy last. 3. Connect to your proxy's address in Minecraft. You should land on the lobby server. To move around between servers from within the game, use `/server [name]` (op only by default). ### Common Mistakes - **Plugins go on the backend, not the proxy.** Most plugins (EssentialsX, LuckPerms, and others) run on backend servers. Only proxy-specific plugins like permission bridges or cross-server chat go on Velocity. - **Each backend needs its own port.** Make sure no two servers share the same port number in your `velocity.toml`. - **FlectonePulse and other cross-server plugins** need to be installed on both the proxy and each backend with `proxy: true` set in their config to broadcast messages network-wide. Players only need your proxy's address from here on out. To add more backends later, just register them in `velocity.toml` and paste in the proxy secret. If something breaks on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or email support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Use SFTP with MCServerHost URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-sftp-with-mcserverhost Category: Getting started Difficulty: intermediate Tags: SFTP, Server Management, Files Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Use SFTP for larger uploads, backups, and easier file management from your desktop. The built-in File Manager covers most day-to-day tasks, but SFTP is handy when you're uploading large files, pulling a full backup, or just prefer working in a desktop client. This guide uses FileZilla, but WinSCP works the same way if you're on Windows. ### Install an SFTP Client Download one of the recommended clients: - **FileZilla**: [filezilla-project.org](https://filezilla-project.org/), free, works on Windows, macOS, and Linux - **WinSCP**: Windows only, good if you prefer an Explorer-style interface ### Get Your SFTP Credentials 1. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard and open your server. 2. Go to **File Manager**, then click the **SFTP** tab at the top. ![SFTP tab in File Manager](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/puxwsbwibmsbc3jjcpc4tzc3pm-1228x864.webp) 3. Your connection details are listed there: host, port, username, and a connection string you can copy directly. The password is your MCServerHost account password. ### Connect to Your Server 1. Open FileZilla (or WinSCP). 2. Fill in the connection fields: - **Host**: shown in the panel (e.g. `anteros.mcserverhost.com`) - **Port**: 2022 - **Username**: shown in the panel - **Password**: your MCServerHost account password 3. Make sure the protocol is set to **SFTP**, not regular FTP. 4. Click **Quickconnect** (or Login in WinSCP). ![FileZilla Quickconnect](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/mye4k65kg436x3wtfvjxime4mi-1200x786.webp) Your server files will appear in the right panel, local files on the left. Drag in either direction to upload or download, just like a regular file browser. ![FileZilla interface](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/ea62xblzagrf62ckai6zbj24lu-1200x786.webp) **Tip:** In FileZilla, go to File > Site Manager > New Site and save your details there. Next time you can connect in one click without re-entering anything. If you run into any issues, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or email us at support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Set Up FlectonePulse on Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-flectonepulse-on-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Paper, FlectonePulse, Chat, Tab, Integrations Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Customize every chat message, join/quit notification, TAB list, and sidebar on your server with one plugin. Vanilla Minecraft's chat is bare-bones, there's no formatting, no channels, and you can't change the join/quit/death messages, or the Tab list. FlectonePulse allows you to change all of that easily. You decide what everything looks like, who sees them, and when. ### What is FlectonePulse? It's a message customization-based plugin that lets you change most things you need: Chat, Tab list, Scoreboard, MOTD, every Minecraft message, and lets you customize it based on a player's language, and that's only a fraction of what the plugin offers. It includes over **40** commands and has built-in integrations with Discord, Telegram, or Twitch. ### Requirements - A Fabric or Bukkit-based server. Fabric and all Bukkit-based server software are supported down to 1.8.8. Vanilla, Forge, and NeoForge servers are not supported. - **[LuckPerms](https://modrinth.com/plugin/luckperms#download)** is worth adding if you want rank prefixes and control what commands players can run. - **[PacketEvents](https://modrinth.com/plugin/packetevents#download)** if you're running a Fabric server. ### Installation 1. Download the latest version of FlectonePulse from [Modrinth](https://modrinth.com/plugin/flectonepulse). ![Download button](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/oxgqbxy52zgzxlvpfu5to5pism-1422x941.webp) 2. Go to your server dashboard and **stop** your server. 3. Open the **File Manager**, go to the `plugins` or `mods` folder, and upload `FlectonePulse.jar`. ![Upload button on MCSH](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/uwnbwgg3rpmoqfvk4qsbyct5h4-1146x884.webp) 4. Start the server, wait for it to boot, and the freedom of customization is now unlocked! You'll get a `FlectonePulse` folder in `plugins/` with these files: | File | What it controls | |---|---| | `config.yml` | Database, language, proxy mode, cache | | `command.yml` | Enable/disable and configure individual commands | | `message.yml` | Every message module, including chat channels, join/quit, TAB, sidebar, and MOTD | | `integration.yml` | Discord, Telegram, Twitch, and plugin integrations | | `permission.yml` | Permissions for every feature | | `localizations/*.yml` | The actual message text, one file per language | Start with `message.yml` for behavior and `localizations/en_us.yml` for the text players see. For the full command and permission reference, visit the [FlectonePulse docs](https://flectone.net/pulse/docs/command/). ### Important Considerations FlectonePulse intercepts all chat events, so running it alongside EssentialsXChat, DiscordSRV, or another chat formatter will cause conflicts. If you need that setup to work anyway, set `mode: "BUKKIT"` and `priority: "HIGHEST"` in the chat module. That resolves issues with most plugins. Most changes take effect after `/flectonepulse reload`, but anything in `config.yml` (database, proxy mode) requires a full restart. On BungeeCord or Velocity, install FlectonePulse on the proxy and each backend server. Enable proxy mode in `config.yml` on the backend servers, otherwise `range: "PROXY"` on modules like join/quit won't work correctly. For everything beyond what's covered here, the full reference is at [flectone.net/pulse/docs](https://flectone.net/pulse/docs/). If you run into issues on MCServerHost, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or reach us at support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Set Up a Custom Domain for Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-set-up-a-custom-domain-for-your-minecraft-server Category: Networking Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Domain, DNS, Server Management Byline: MaximeriX · 2026-08-18 Set a custom domain so players can join with a cleaner server address. Your default server address looks something like `craftforces820.mcsh.io`. That works fine, but if you own a domain and want players to connect via `play.yourserver.com` instead, you can get it done in a few minutes. ### What you need - A domain you own with DNS access (You can get it from providers like Spaceship, NameCheap, etc.) - Your MCServerHost server ### Step 1: Get your CNAME target 1. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard and open your server. 2. Go to **Server Settings** and find the **Custom Domain** section. ![Custom Domain section](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/afi3bd5yqntrkl2goq56vaw4wq-1373x748.webp) 3. Under **Step 1: Create This CNAME Record**, you'll see the CNAME target, something like `play.mcsh.io`. Keep this page open. ### Step 2: Add the CNAME record at your DNS provider Go to your registrar or DNS provider (Cloudflare, Namecheap, GoDaddy, etc.) and create a new DNS record: ![Add CNAME record](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/fmrhpkrwiq2262lwvbvbvj7nzq-787x451.webp) *If you're on Cloudflare, make sure the record is not proxied. The cloud icon should be gray, not orange.* Save the record, then head back to your MCServerHost panel. ### Step 3: Link the domain Back in the **Custom Domain** section: 1. Fill in the fields to match what you configured in DNS. 2. If you want your custom domain to show up in the MCServerHost public server browser instead of your `mcsh.io` address, check **Show in public server list**. 3. Click **Link domain**. ### DNS propagation Changes can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. Most providers apply them within 5 minutes though. Once it's live, players can connect using your custom domain directly in Minecraft. If you run into any issues, join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or email us at support@mcserverhost.com. ## How to Add Holograms to Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-add-holograms-to-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: Holograms, Cosmetics, Plugins Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-18 Learn how to add custom floating holograms to your Minecraft server to display server info, rules, leaderboards, or welcome messages. Holograms are a great way to display important information, server rules, or welcome messages floating in mid air for your players. This guide will show you how to install and use a hologram plugin on your MCServerHost server. ## Install a Hologram Plugin To use holograms, your server software needs to support plugins (such as Paper, Spigot, or Purpur). 1. Download a popular hologram plugin compatible with your server version, such as [DecentHolograms](https://modrinth.com/plugin/decentholograms) or [FancyHolograms](https://modrinth.com/plugin/fancyholograms). ![DecentHolograms](https://i.imgur.com/hvM8KO5.png) 2. Log into your MCServerHost dashboard and open the File Manager. 3. Navigate to the `plugins` folder. 4. Click `Upload` on the top right or drag and drop your downloaded plugin `.jar` file into the folder. ![](https://i.imgur.com/JmfTNuH.png) 5. On the top left click "Restart" or "Start" server to load the plugin. ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/BDoKvUS.png) ## Create Your First Hologram Once the plugin is installed and your server has booted back up, join your server with **operator (OP)** permissions. 1. Stand in the exact spot where you want the hologram to float. 2. Run the creation command in your in-play chat or console, using DecentHolograms as an example: ``` dh create welcome &eWelcome to the Server! ``` 3. The hologram will instantly appear floating right above or in front of your current location. ![](https://i.imgur.com/5SwEkAP.png) ## Customize and Manage Holograms You can easily edit, move, or delete your holograms using simple in-game commands: 1. Add a line: `dh line add welcome &7Enjoy your stay!` ![](https://i.imgur.com/zFyVDwR.png) 2. Move the hologram to your current location: `dh move welcome` 3. Delete a hologram: `dh delete welcome` 4. List all active holograms: `dh list` You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your custom holograms should be set up and looking great around your server. Now go make your server unnecessarily fancy. You earned it. (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Install and Set Up Dynmap for Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-install-and-set-up-dynmap-for-your-minecraft-server Category: Mods Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Worldmap, Dynmap Byline: EANukes · 2026-08-18 Add a live, interactive map of your Minecraft world that you and your players can view from any web browser ## What is Dynmap? Dynmap is a plugin that renders a live, interactive map of your world that players can open in a web browser. It updates in real time, so you can see players, chat messages, and even the current time and weather. Find it on Modrinth at modrinth.com/plugin/dynmap. --- ## Getting Started & Installation 1) Download Dynmap from [https://modrinth.com/plugin/dynmap](https://modrinth.com/plugin/dynmap). 2) Pick the version that matches your server software and Minecraft version (Dynmap supports Spigot, Paper, Bukkit, Fabric and Forge). 3) Use the File Manager in your server panel to go into the plugins folder (or mods folder for Fabric/Forge). 4) Upload the downloaded .jar file there. 5) Restart your server so it loads. ![image1](https://i.imgur.com/U1v4ztd.png) --- ## Adding a Port Allocation The map runs on its own port, so you'll need a port allocation for it before configuring it: 1) Go to the Network tab in your server panel and click New Allocation. 2) Note the random port you receive. ![image3](https://i.imgur.com/C3qKtYT.png) --- ## Configuring Dynmap The first restart creates the config in plugins/dynmap/configuration.txt (or mods/dynmap/configuration.txt on Fabric/Forge). Open it with the File Manager to tweak these: - webserver-port: set this to the port from your allocation. - deftemplatesuffix: controls map quality. hires gives the detailed HD renderer; standard is lighter on the server. - defaultrenderers: which 3D renderer to use. The defaults work for most servers. - max-tiles: how many tiles get written per update. Lower it if your server is slow. - marker-icons: sets the folder for custom map marker icons. Save, then restart (or run /dynmap reload) for changes to apply. ![image2](https://i.imgur.com/zyJftrD.png) --- ## Opening the Map Open your browser and go to: http://IP:PORT ![image4](https://imgur.com/ofiyNrz.jpeg) Replace IP:PORT with your allocation's address and port. You can also type /dynmap in-game to get the map URL in chat. --- ## Essential Commands - /dynmap fullrender: renders the whole world at once. Needs dynmap.fullrender permission. - /dynmap: shows the map URL and dynmap commands in chat. --- ## Important Considerations - Rendering Time: The map starts black and fills in as Dynmap renders chunks in the background. Big worlds take a while. Progress messages show when a render finishes. - Players On the Map: Players show up on the map with their skin, and can chat from the map with the right permission. - Permissions: The dynmap.webregister permission lets players log in and chat from the map. It's applied by default. - Port Setting: The allocation port and the webserver-port in configuration.txt must match, or the map won't load. --- ## Conclusion With Dynmap installed, you and your players can view your whole world in a browser. It renders on its own, so you just set it up once and it does the rest. --- Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/yduB8RGzFA) or writing to us at [support@mcserverhost.com](mailto:support@mcserverhost.com?subject=Support%20inquiry%3A). ## GravesX - Make dying much less of a hassle! URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/gravesx-make-dying-much-less-of-a-hassle Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: plugin, graves, GravesX, spigot, gameplay, QoL Byline: Emma · 2026-08-18 Seriously, no one likes their items getting despawned. ## 1. Basic Information > **GravesX** is a fork of Ranull's Graves plugin made by JaySmethers. It's a QoL death chest plugin that spawns exactly or near where you died so that you can get your items back much easier. It's also highly efficient and lightweight and won't impact server performance. GravesX supports versions **1.7.x-26.2.** ![](https://i.imgur.com/4Bu6cio.png) **NOTE:** This plugin can only be installed on **Java Edition** servers. ## 2. Requirements Before installing the plugin, make sure you have the following: - Access to your server via the **MCServerHost Panel.** - Minecraft Version **1.7.x or newer.** - Server Software that supports **Spigot Plugins** (e.g. Paper, Purpur, Spigot, Folia). You can check what Server Software you use from **The Sidebar > Minecraft > Server Software** ![](https://i.imgur.com/PDA83kB.png) ## 3. Installation If you meet the requirements, you're free to follow the next steps: - Make sure your server is **turned off** before you install any plugins. - Go over to **The Sidebar > Minecraft > Spigot Plugins**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/jHC4mZZ.png) - Use the search bar to find and install **GravesX**. ![](https://i.imgur.com/UCQxV6L.png) ![](https://i.imgur.com/Cwldm8N.png) The website should let you know that the plugin was installed successfully. ![](https://i.imgur.com/68T9OgH.png) - Turn on the server, log onto it and make sure the plugin is working properly. ![](https://i.imgur.com/XvLGoBQ.png) **NOTE:** You must hold at least **one item** when you die for a grave to spawn, so grab a block or two so you can properly test it out. ## 4. Post-Install Configurations And that's essentially it for the plugin and everything needed for it to work! However, if you ever want to configure the grave to your liking, you can do so by going to **The Sidebar > File Manager >** `/plugins/GravesX/config/grave.yml`. ![](https://i.imgur.com/dNAQJCA.png) The configuration file has instructions for each value, making it easy for anyone who wants to change the grave's behavior and placement (e.g. How long graves should stay alive for, if they can be blown up, if they can be placed on top of lava, etc.). ## How to Upload a Custom World to Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-upload-a-custom-world-to-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: beginner Tags: World, Server Management Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-18 Learn how to upload and configure your own custom Minecraft world map on your MCServerHost server. Whether you built an epic survival base in single player or downloaded a custom adventure map online, uploading a custom world lets you bring it straight to your multiplayer server. This guide will show you how to upload your world folder, update your server settings, and get it running on your MCServerHost server. ## Prepare Your World Folder Before uploading, make sure your world files are structured correctly. * Locate your world folder on your computer (it should contain files like `level.dat`, `region/`, `playerdata/`, etc.). ## Upload Your World via SFTP 1. Download an SFTP client such as FileZilla or WinSCP. 2. Log into your MCServerHost dashboard, select your Minecraft server, go into your file manager and click on SFTP to see your connection details. ![](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/6dpsmctqnx4fpxofmgoombpx5u-1600x794.webp) 3. Open your SFTP client and connect using the provided hostname, username, password, and port. ![](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/wh57anfh6yfs6pwqd2s267ufey-1195x950.webp) 4. Navigate to your server's root directory in your SFTP client and upload the world folder by dragging and dropping it into the directory. > For a more detailed guide on using SFTP, please refer to our [How to Use SFTP with MCServerHost](https://beta.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-use-sftp-with-mcserverhost) guide. ## Update server.properties To tell your server to load your new custom map instead of the default world folder, you need to change the level name in your configuration. 1. Open the `server.properties` file in your File Manager. ![Server.properties](https://i.imgur.com/KccB0VU.png) 2. Find the line that specifies your world name: ![Level Name](https://i.imgur.com/ihEvdsZ.png) 3. Change world to the exact name of your newly uploaded world folder for example, ``` level-name=my epic world ``` 4. Press `CTRL + S` to save your changes. ## Restart the Server To apply the changes and force the server to generate or load the new map: * On the top left click "Start" or "Restart". ![Restart](https://i.imgur.com/7kv6JkP.png) ## Verify Your World Once the server boots up: * Join your server using your server IP. * Explore around to confirm that your custom map loaded successfully. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your custom world should be fully active and ready for your players to explore. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Create an Account URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-create-an-account Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: account, creating account, account creation Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-18 How to Create an Account at MCServerHost Playing Minecraft with your friends adds a sense of adventure and teamwork to the game, ultimately making the game more exciting and enjoyable. However, to make that happen, you would require a Minecraft server on which you and your friends can play together. While setting up a personal Minecraft server on your system can be a complicated process and hosting providers' charges are quite expensive, you can opt for MCServerHost, which provides their users with a free Minecraft server. The only catch is that you have to renew your server every once in a while in order to keep it active. On that, MCServerHost also provides its clients/users with full control over their server, allowing them to configure it according to their needs and requirements. To get started, you can follow this guide in order to create your account at MCServerHost. --- ## Creating an Account To start, you have to navigate your way to MCServerHost at https://www.mcserverhost.com/signup and create yourself an account. You can register using one of two methods: ![MCServerHost Signup Page](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/pgpzjzvb5nrcp55h4ujhpmqd5e-441x948.webp) 1. **Quick Sign-Up via Social Providers:** Instantly create your account by clicking the button for **Discord**, **GitHub**, **Google**, or **Microsoft** located at the top of the page. 2. **Standard Registration Form:** Fill in all of the fields including your **First name, Last name, Username, Email address, Password, and Confirm password**. After filling them out, click on the **I agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy** checkbox and then click the **Create Account** button. Once you have completed the sign-up process, your account is ready to use and create a server with MCServerHost. --- ## Creating a Minecraft Server To create your own Minecraft server, follow this guide at [How to Create a Free Minecraft Server at MCServerHost](https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-create-a-free-minecraft-server). --- ## Conclusion Getting started with MCServerHost is a simple and effective way to begin your journey without the need to buy expensive hosting plans. Simply follow the steps mentioned above, and you are good to go. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your account or server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at support@MCServerHost.com. ## How to Create a Free Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-create-a-free-minecraft-server Category: Getting started Difficulty: beginner Tags: server, create, manage Byline: BananaBrother77 · 2026-08-18 How to Create a Free Minecraft Server at MCServerHost # How to Create a Free Minecraft Server with MCServerHost Playing Minecraft with your friends adds a sense of adventure and teamwork to the game, ultimately making the game more exciting and enjoyable. However, to make that happen, you would require a Minecraft server on which you and your friends can play together. While setting up a personal Minecraft server on your system can be a complicated process and hosting providers' charges are quite expensive, you can opt for MCServerHost, which provides their users with a free Minecraft server. The server has no time limit, though it goes to sleep when nobody is playing and wakes up again as soon as a player joins. On that, MCServerHost also provides its clients/users with full control over their server, allowing them to configure it according to their needs and requirements. To get started, you can follow this guide in order to claim your free server at MCServerHost. --- ## Creating a Minecraft Server After you are done creating an account, you can start setting up your server. Follow the steps below to configure and create your free Minecraft server. 1. Navigate directly to the free server creation page at [https://www.mcserverhost.com/create-free-server](https://www.mcserverhost.com/create-free-server). If you want to view some of our premium paid plans first, you can visit [https://www.mcserverhost.com/products](https://www.mcserverhost.com/products) and proceed from there. ![Create Free Server Page](https://www.mcserverhost.com/media/wfgtpur2t5cmxgcdminqxnujee-754x847.webp) 2. Fill in the details to configure your server: - **Server Name:** Enter a name for your server (up to 50 characters), or click the **Refresh** button to generate a random one. - **Subdomain:** Choose the `[servername].mcsh.gg` subdomain for your server. It must be 3-28 characters long and may only contain lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens. - **Location:** Select the region closest to you: **Ashburn, Virginia**; **Portland, Oregon**; **London, UK**; **Frankfurt, Germany**; or **Singapore, Singapore**. > **Note:** If no locations are available, you may not be able to create a free server at that time. This means all available capacity is currently in use. You can check node usage on our [MCServerHost Status](https://mcserverhost.com/status) page. - **Minecraft Version:** Choose **Fresh install** to pick your server software and version and start with an empty server, or **Start from one of my snapshots** to set the server up with a snapshot's software and restore it from there. Then select your **Server Software**, such as **Paper, Vanilla, Fabric, Forge, Purpur, NeoForge, Velocity, BungeeCord, Bedrock Dedicated Server, or GeyserMC**, along with the **Version** you want to run. - **Description (Optional):** Add a short description for your server (up to 200 characters). 3. Click the checkbox that says **"I agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy"**, and then click the **Launch Server** button. 4. Your server is created instantly and you can access it right away at https://www.mcserverhost.com/servers. --- ## Conclusion Creating yourself a free Minecraft server with MCServerHost is a simple and effective way to enjoy the game with your friends without the need to buy expensive hosting plans. Simply follow the steps mentioned above, and you are good to go. Also, by default, free server users get **4GB of RAM and 10GB of storage**, but if you ever need more resources allocated to your server, you can always buy credits in order to achieve that at any time. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at `support@MCServerHost.com`. ## How to Add Datapacks to Your Minecraft Server URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-add-datapacks-to-your-minecraft-server Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: DataPacks, Server Customization Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-18 Add custom features and mechanics to your Minecraft server using datapacks. Data packs allow you to customize your Minecraft world without installing heavy server plugins or mods. Whether you want to add custom crafting recipes, tweak gameplay rules, or load advanced map features, this guide will show you how to upload and apply data packs to your MCServerHost server. ## Download Your Data Pack 1. Find and download a compatible data pack from trusted communities like **Modrinth**. ![Download](https://i.imgur.com/NqepUWU.png) 2. Ensure the downloaded file is a `.zip` archive (or an unzipped folder containing a `data` folder and a `pack.mcmeta` file). **Do not unzip it unless the creator specifically instructs you to.** ## Upload Your Data Pack Data packs are installed per world, meaning every individual world (like your main Overworld) has its own data pack folder. 1. Log into your MCServerHost dashboard and navigate to your Minecraft server. 2. Open the File Manager tab on the left-hand navigation bar. 3. Locate your active world folder. By default, this is usually named `world` (or whatever name you assigned under `level-name` in your `server.properties`). Click on it to open it. 4. Inside the world folder, look for a folder named `datapacks`. Open it. (If the datapacks folder does not exist inside your world folder, you can create a new folder and name it `datapacks`). ![Datapacks Folder](https://i.imgur.com/SRNktIF.png) 5. Once you are on your `Datapacks` folder, upload your datapacks by either clicking on `Upload` top right or **dragging the file**. ![Upload](https://i.imgur.com/qyzvaoV.png) ## Verify To confirm that your data pack has successfully loaded and is active in your world: * Run the following command in your server console or in-game chat: ``` datapack list ``` * The server will output a list of enabled data packs, including your newly installed one. You've reached the end of this tutorial! By now, your custom data pack should be fully active and ready to use in your world. What are you waiting for? Go play some Minecraft on MCServerHost! (: Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [support@MCServerHost.com](mailto:support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Create Multiple Worlds with Multiverse-Core URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-create-multiple-worlds-with-multiverse-core Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: Multiverse Core, World Management Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-17 Create and manage multiple worlds on your Minecraft server with Multiverse-Core. Running multiple worlds on one server is useful for separate survival, creative, or minigame environments. Multiverse-Core lets you create, manage, and switch between multiple worlds on the same server. ## Download and Install Multiverse-Core To get started, you need to install the plugin on your server. 1. Download the latest stable version of Multiverse-Core. ![Download Multiverse-Core](https://i.imgur.com/6GfB5ML.png) 2. Stop your server completely. 3. Drag and drop the downloaded `.jar` file into your server's `plugins` folder. ![Upload The Multiverse-Core](https://i.imgur.com/wiBVpFy.png) 4. Start your server to load the plugin and generate its configuration folder. ## Creating a New World Once the plugin is installed and running, you can create a brand new world directly from your console or in game (with OP permissions). ``` /mv create [options] ``` * Environment Types: * `NORMAL` (Standard Overworld terrain) * `NETHER` (Nether dimension layout) * `THE_END` (The End dimension layout) * Optional Flags * `-g` stands for generator. It allows you to use a custom world generator plugin (like `VoidGen` for empty/flat void worlds, or `Terra` for custom terrain generation). If you are creating a normal world, you can completely ignore `-g` and the generator name. * Example : ``` /mv create ExampleWorld NORMAL -g voidgen ``` ``` /mv create ExampleWorld2 NORMAL ``` ## Importing Existing Worlds If you downloaded a custom map template or copied an offline world folder into your server's **root directory**, you can easily import it into Multiverse: 1. Upload your custom world folder directly to your server's root directory (same level as your default world folder). 2. Run the import command in-game or via console: ``` /mv import NORMAL ``` ## Teleporting Between Worlds Moving between your newly created worlds is instantaneous using Multiverse teleport commands. * Teleport to a world: `/mv tp ` * List all active worlds: `/mv list` (Shows all loaded worlds, their environments, and player counts). ## Configuring Per-World Rules By default, players keep their inventories and health across all worlds. If you want separate inventories, you should install the companion plugin **Multiverse-Inventories**. * Install `Multiverse-Inventories` into your `plugins` folder the same way. * Configure shared group settings in `plugins/Multiverse-Inventories/config.yml` to separate inventories. ## Useful Multiverse Commands Here is a quick cheat sheet for managing your multi-world server: * `/mv list` – Lists all loaded worlds on the server. * `/mv tp ` - Teleports you to a specific world. * `/mv modify set difficulty ` - Changes difficulty for a specific world. * `/mv delete ` - Deletes a world from your server. * `/mv reload` - Reloads all Multiverse configurations. You're now ready to create, manage, and navigate between multiple worlds on your server with Multiverse-Core. Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/mcserverhost) or writing us at [mailto:support@MCServerHost.com](support@MCServerHost.com). ## How to Protect Your Server with CoreProtect URL: https://www.mcserverhost.com/community/guides/how-to-protect-your-server-with-coreprotect Category: Gameplay Difficulty: intermediate Tags: coreprotect, server protection Byline: Yorokobi · 2026-08-17 Installing and configuring CoreProtect to log changes and roll back griefing or theft. Running a multiplayer server comes with risks like griefing, theft, and accidental damage. CoreProtect logs player actions and lets you investigate incidents and roll back unwanted changes with minimal performance impact. ## Download and Install CoreProtect 1. Go to the official SpigotMC page or Modrinth to download the latest stable version of CoreProtect. ![Download CoreProtect](https://i.imgur.com/vKMacOx.png) 2. Drag and drop the downloaded `.jar` file into your server's `plugins` folder. ![Uploading The Plugin](https://i.imgur.com/0LGaSFs.png) 3. Start/Restart your server to generate the default configuration files. ## Understand the CoreProtect Database By default, CoreProtect stores all logging data locally in a lightweight SQLite database file (`database.db` inside the `plugins/CoreProtect/` folder). * **For Small to Medium Servers:** The default SQLite setup works out of the box with zero configuration required. * **For Large / High-Traffic Servers:** If your server has dozens of concurrent players, SQLite can cause minor write bottlenecks. You can configure CoreProtect to use an external **MySQL** or **MariaDB** database by editing `plugins/CoreProtect/config.yml` to ensure maximum performance and faster rollbacks. ## Basic Inspection Commands The most common daily use for CoreProtect is inspecting a block or chest to see who interacted with it. * Toggle Inspection Mode: Type `/co inspect` *(or simply `/co i`)*. * Once enabled, simply `left-click` or `right-click` any block, door, chest, or furnace. * The chat box will display a detailed history of who placed, broke, or interacted with that block, including timestamps *(e.g., "5 minutes ago by Steve")*. ## Investigating Containers and Item Theft If a player reports that items were stolen from their chest, CoreProtect makes it easy to track inventory transactions. * Turn on inspection mode (`/co i`) and **right-click** the suspected chest or barrel. * CoreProtect will show a breakdown of who took or deposited items, exactly what items were moved, and when it happened. * You can also filter queries using chat commands: * `/co lookup action:container time:2h` (Shows container interactions within the last 2 hours). * `/co lookup u:Yorokobi time:1d` (Shows all actions performed by a specific player over the last day). ## Rolling Back Griefing and Damage When a griefer targets your server, you can surgically undo their actions without rolling back the entire world. > **Warning:** Always create a manual backup before performing massive rollbacks, just in case. * Use the `/co rollback` command with specific filters to target only the damage caused by the griefer. * For Example : `/co rollback u:Steve time:3h radius:50` * `u:Steve`: Targets only actions by that specific player. * `time:3h`: Restricts the rollback to actions performed in the last 3 hours. * `radius:50`: Only affects blocks within a 50-block radius of where you are standing. ## Restoring / Undoing Mistakes (Rollback Recovery) If you accidentally rolled back too many blocks or made a mistake with your parameters, CoreProtect allows you to undo a rollback instantly using the `/co undo` command. * Type `/co undo` to reverse your most recent **rollback** operation. ## Useful CoreProtect Commands Here is a quick cheat sheet of the most frequently used commands for server moderation: * `/co i` - Toggles inspection mode on or off. * `/co lookup u: time: