Minecraft server guides
Everything you need to run a Minecraft server, from your first launch to tuning performance for a full community.
Topics
Getting Started
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First steps for creating and connecting to your own Minecraft server.
BrowseServer Software
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Compare Paper, Spigot, Purpur, Forge, and Fabric, then pick the right jar.
BrowsePlugins
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Install and configure plugins on Bukkit, Spigot, Paper, and Purpur servers.
BrowseMods & Modpacks
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Run Forge, Fabric, NeoForge, and full modpacks on your server.
BrowseAdministration
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Whitelists, operators, backups, and day to day server management.
BrowsePerformance
1 guides
Tune RAM, view distance, and flags so your server holds a steady 20 TPS.
BrowseTroubleshooting
1 guides
Fix crashes, connection errors, and the most common console messages.
BrowseUpdates
1 guides
Move your server to new Minecraft versions without losing your world.
BrowseLatest guides
How to Add an Operator (OP) to Your Minecraft Server
Learn how to use the Minecraft server op command to grant admin permissions. Step-by-step guide covering console commands, permission levels, and common trouble
How to Set Up a Whitelist on Your Minecraft Server
Turn on the whitelist, add and remove players, and keep your Minecraft server private with the commands that matter.
How to Fix a Minecraft Server Out of Memory Error
Diagnose and fix java.lang.OutOfMemoryError on a Minecraft server by adjusting memory, flags, and the real cause behind it.
How to Update Your Minecraft Server to a New Version
Update your server to a new Minecraft version safely, with a backup first, the right jar, and a plan for plugins and mods.
How Much RAM Does a Minecraft Server Need?
Right size your Minecraft server RAM by player count and server type, and learn why more memory is not always the answer.
How to Install Fabric Mods on Your Minecraft Server
Set up the Fabric loader, add Fabric API, and install server mods correctly so both the server and clients match.
Paper vs Spigot vs Purpur: Which Server Jar Should You Use?
A clear comparison of Paper, Spigot, and Purpur covering performance, plugin support, and configuration for plugin servers.
How to Install Plugins on a Paper Server
Add plugins to a Paper or Spigot server the right way, configure them, and avoid the version mistakes that cause crashes.
How to Make a Minecraft Server
A complete walkthrough for creating a Java Minecraft server, from picking software to letting friends join.