Minecraft server hosting questions
Does every player need to own Minecraft?
Yes. Java players need their own Java Edition, and Bedrock players need Bedrock on their device and a free Microsoft account. Online mode keeps cracked accounts out.
How do my friends join?
On Java: Multiplayer, Add Server, paste the full address with the port. On Bedrock phones, tablets and Windows: Servers, Add Server, then the address and port in their own boxes. Console players set our DNS once and use the join code.
Can I switch between Paper, Fabric and Forge later?
Yes. Change the server type in the panel and the right server is installed. Back up first, since mods and plugins from one type do not run on another.
Which Minecraft versions can I run?
Java servers run the latest release by default. Set any older version in your settings and press Update game. Bedrock servers move to the newest version every time they start, because phones and consoles update on their own.
Why does it say Outdated server or Outdated client?
The game and the server are on different versions. On Java, play the server's version from the launcher's Installations, or change the server's version. On Bedrock, restart the server and it updates itself.
Can I upload my single player world?
Yes. Stop the server, back it up, upload your world folder in Files and name it world on Java, or set World name to its folder on Bedrock. Then start the server.
Can I move my Realm to a server?
Yes. Download the Realm world from Minecraft, then upload it like any other world. Your builds, inventories and settings come with it.
Is my server private?
Yes, if you want it to be. Turn on the whitelist on Java or the allowlist on Bedrock and add your friends by name or Gamertag. Only they can join.
Does the server stay online when we log off?
Yes. It runs around the clock, so anyone can play whenever they like. Friends you add can also start and stop it from the dashboard.
Can I add a web map or voice chat?
Yes, on Java. Every Java server comes with spare ports for BlueMap or Dynmap, Simple Voice Chat and Geyser, and the panel shows which is which.
What happens if the server lags?
Most lag on Java comes from too little memory or too many loaded chunks. Move up a plan from the dashboard, and pregenerate the world with Chunky so new chunks are not built while you play.
What is the refund rule?
If you are new to GamezServers, email support within the first 10% of the period you paid for, 72 hours on a monthly plan, for a full refund of that first payment. The server and its files are deleted when we refund.