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This How to Make a Minecraft Server article was originally published on December 30, 2014 by Shawn Pfunder. Andy McIlwain revised it on November 22, 2017. Minecraft is the most downloaded video game on the planet, with over 121 million copies sold by February 2017. If you are new to Minecraft, it is best to purchase the game and get started. You can even use Minecraft Realms to create your own world - it's a sort of lightweight alternative to running your own private Minecraft server. But if you're interested in the full Minecraft experience, you can take it a step further by launching your own private Minecraft server. With a private server, you're free to create a Minecraft world of your very own. We'll show you exactly how to do this in this article. We will show you how to create a Minecraft server on a Windows, Mac, or Linux hosting plan. Ready? Let's get started. How to create a Minecraft server using Windows, Mac, or Linux At a very high level, making a Minecraft server follows a few basic steps: 1. Java Version 1.2 2. Install the latest version of the Minecraft server software 3. Configure your server & network 4. Start the server 5. Check that your server is accessible Things to remember before you begin. You don't need a top-of-the-line system to run a Minecraft server, but a desktop computer is ideal. If you need more oomp, or you want to hook up with many players, you might consider a dedicated servers instead. When you first start the server, it will create some configuration files. It's best for all files to be stored in a single folder. What happens if you get an "Unable to save server properties" error message? Run the Minecraft server as an administrator by right-clicking the .jar file and selecting "Run as administrator". Google search for "my ip adres" to find your public IP addresses. To check if your server is accessible, enter your public IP address into the Minecraft Server Status Checker. To follow these steps, you will need to connect with your hosting via SSH. This Help article will provide more information if you are not familiar with the process. 1. Java can be installed As a service, we provide information about third-party products. PAXTON'S BLOG We do not endorse, support, or directly support these products. We are not responsible for the reliability or function of third-party items. Logos and third-party marks are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.