How to make a Minecraft server in 5 steps
Hosting your own Minecraft server means your world is always online, you control the rules, and your friends can join any time without you keeping your PC on. Here is the quick way to do it.
1. Choose Java or Bedrock
Java Edition is the choice for PC players and has the biggest range of plugins and mods. Bedrock Edition is what phones, consoles and Windows 10/11 players use. Pick the one your friends play, because they have to match. If you want both to play together, see our Geyser guide.
2. Pick the right amount of RAM
RAM is the main thing that decides how smooth your server feels. A small vanilla server for a few friends runs fine on 2 to 4 GB. Plugin servers do better on 4 to 6 GB, and heavy modpacks usually want 8 GB or more. You can always move up later.
3. Order your server
- Join our Discord and open a ticket.
- Tell us you want a Minecraft server and which plan you chose.
- Our team sets everything up and sends you the details.
Not sure yet? Our Minecraft plan starts free for 7 days so you can try it first.
4. Set up the basics
Once your server is running, set your game mode and difficulty, turn on the whitelist if you only want invited players, and make yourself an operator so you can run commands.
5. Invite your friends
Share your server address with your friends, add it in the game's multiplayer menu, and you are in. Add plugins or mods when you are ready to make it your own.