How to Create a Minecraft Server? (Step-by-Step Guide)

Don’t just play in the Minecraft world…
Create your own server, write your own rules, and build an unlimited universe with your friends!
So how do you do it?
Here is the complete step-by-step Minecraft server setup guide — powered by Sert Hosting!

1. What Do You Need to Create a Minecraft Server?

To set up a game server, you’ll need:

• A powerful server (VPS or Dedicated)

• Minecraft server files (official version or Spigot, PaperMC, etc.)

• Basic technical knowledge (command line usage)

• Stability and a bit of patience

2. Choose the Right Hosting Package

Minecraft servers — especially multiplayer ones — consume a lot of CPU and RAM.

• 1–10 players: 2–4 GB RAM

• 10–30 players: 4–8 GB RAM

• 30+ players: 8+ GB RAM and strong CPU

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3. Download the Minecraft Server Files

Depending on the version you want to install:

• Official vanilla version: minecraft.net

• For modded servers: Spigot, PaperMC, Forge, Fabric

Recommended: PaperMC — high performance + plugin friendly.

4. Install the Server (Linux – Ubuntu Example)

On the first run, an eula.txt file will appear.
Edit it and set:

5. Open the Port (Default: 25565)

To make your server accessible:

• Open port 25565 from your hosting panel

• Adjust firewall rules (for UFW users: sudo ufw allow 25565)

6. Install Plugins or Mods (Optional)

• For plugins: upload .jar files into the plugins folder

• For modded server: install Forge/Fabric and add mods to the mods folder

Note: Mods and plugins are different — don’t mix them up.

7. Share the Server IP Address

Once your server is online, share it with your friends:

If you want to connect with a domain (example: play.kankasurvivor.com),
you can easily configure DNS at Sert Hosting.

8. Performance and Security Tips

• Take regular backups

• Set up automatic restarts

• Install anti-cheat plugins (e.g., NoCheatPlus)

• Clear unnecessary chunks to reduce lag

• Manage access using whitelist or OP permissions

Conclusion: You’re Now a Server Owner!

In your Minecraft world, you make the rules!
You can create a small server for friends or build a massive RP/PVP community…
The choice is entirely yours.

Setting up a Minecraft server is easy — with Sert Hosting, it’s even easier.

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