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How to make a Minecraft server in 5 minutes

A step-by-step guide to creating your own Minecraft server: choose a plan, pick a server type, install plugins and invite your friends.

KingOps Team 5 min read

Creating your own Minecraft server is easier than ever. You do not need to open ports on your router or keep your PC running all night.

1. Choose a plan

Pick a plan based on how many players you expect. For friends, 2–4 GB of RAM is plenty. For a public server with plugins, start with 4–8 GB. You can upgrade later without losing anything.

2. Pick your server type

Server typeBest for
Paper / PurpurPlugins and best performance
FabricLightweight mods and performance mods
Forge / NeoForgeBig modpacks
VanillaThe pure Minecraft experience

In the KingOps panel you choose the type and version from a list and the server installs itself.

3. Configure the basics

Open server.properties in the file manager and set:

  • motd – the message players see in their server list;
  • difficulty and gamemode;
  • white-list=true if only your friends should join.

4. Install plugins or mods

Use the plugin installer to add essentials such as EssentialsX, LuckPerms and a world protection plugin. For modpacks, choose one from the modpack installer.

5. Invite your friends

Copy your server address from the panel and share it. That's it – your server is online 24/7, protected against DDoS attacks and backed up every day.

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