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Getting Started With Your Minecraft Server (Java)

๐ŸŽ‰ Welcome to Empower Servers!



Quick Tip: Looking for more guides? Our Help Center is packed with tips, tutorials, and answers!


๐Ÿš€ Let's Get You Started!



Weโ€™re excited to have you here! Setting up your server is super easy โ€” just follow these quick steps and youโ€™ll be playing in no time.


๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Step 1: Set Up Your Account



- After placing your order, youโ€™ll receive an email inviting you to create your Control Panel account.
- Click the Setup Your Account button inside the email to create your password.

Control Panel Link โ†’




๐ŸŒŽ Step 2: Find Your Server IP



- Once logged into the control panel, your serverโ€™s IP address will be visible on the homepage!



๐Ÿ’ฌ Important: When connecting, always include the port number after a : if one is shown.


๐Ÿ”ฅ Step 3: Start Your Server



- Go to the Console tab.
- Click the Start button to power up your server!


If prompted, make sure to accept the Minecraft EULA after the first launch:



โœ… Now your server is live and ready!


๐ŸŽฎ Step 4: Connect and Play!



Copy your Server IP from the homepage.
Open Minecraft and click Multiplayer โ†’ Add Server.
Paste your server IP, give it a name you like, and click Done.



Jump into your server and start your adventure! ๐Ÿš€


๐ŸŽ‰ You're Ready!



Thanks for choosing Empower Servers โ€”
Weโ€™re here to help you every step of the way.
If you need help, send us an email at [email protected], or open a livechat
Happy gaming! ๐ŸŽฎ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿš€

FAQs:



๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Customizing Your Server



Want to make your server truly your own?
Here are some easy next steps:


๐Ÿ”„ Change Your Server Version



You can switch to different versions of Minecraft easily.
How do I update my Minecraft server version?


๐ŸŒ Upload Your Own World



Want to bring in your favorite single-player world or a downloaded map?
Uploading Your Own World to A Minecraft Server


๐Ÿ”Œ Install Plugins (Add Cool Features)



Make your server even better with plugins!
How to Install Plugins


๐ŸŽฎ Install A Modpack



Play huge custom modded adventures easily!
How to Install or Change Your Server Modpack

Updated on: 26/04/2025

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