Setting Up a Minecraft Java Server

Once your Minecraft Java server is live, just connect and start playing. Follow this flow.

1. Choose a version

Match the server version to your client. Swap server.jar from the file manager if needed, then restart.

2. Connect from Minecraft

1. 1Open Minecraft Java, pick Multiplayer → Add Server.
2. 2Enter the server address and port from your email/panel.
3. 3Save, then click Join Server.

3. Make yourself an operator

In the panel console, run: op YourName Now you can use admin commands like /gamemode, /tp, and /give.

4. Set up a whitelist (optional)

For a private server, enable the whitelist:

• Set white-list=true in server.properties, restart.
• Add players with whitelist add YourName.

Always restart after editing server.properties so changes take effect.

5. Install plugins (optional)

Need plugins? See the Installing Plugins & Modpacks article.