How to make a Minecraft server run 24/7

To keep a Minecraft server running 24/7, it must run on a machine that is always on with stable internet and restarts after crashes. Hosting is the simplest route; a home PC works but is less reliable.

Options

• Home PC or spare computer: free, but depends on your power, internet and router.
• Hosted server: runs in a data center with managed networking.

Home setup basics

1. Disable sleep on the machine.
2. Use a start script that restarts the server on crash.
3. Port forward or use another method to allow connections.
4. Monitor temperature and storage.

Hosted setup

1. Order a plan. On Tabi Cloud, you order on Discord.
2. Upload your world or start fresh.
3. Start the server from the panel.
4. Use scheduled restarts only if you need them.

Keep it healthy

• Back up regularly.
• Update plugins carefully.
• Watch memory use, since leaks and heavy plugins can cause crashes.

Common mistakes

• Closing the console window on a home PC.
• Letting the PC sleep.
• Running out of disk space from logs and backups.
• Ignoring crash logs.