Getting Started With Your Minecraft Server (Java)
๐ Welcome to Empower Servers!
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๐ Let's Get You Started!
Weโre excited to have you here! Setting up your server is super easy โ just follow these quick steps and youโll be playing in no time.
๐ ๏ธ Step 1: Set Up Your Account
- After placing your order, youโll 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

๐ Step 2: Find Your Server IP
- Once logged into the control panel, your serverโs IP address will be visible on the homepage!

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

โ Now your server is live and ready!
๐ฎ 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! ๐
๐ You're Ready!
Thanks for choosing Empower Servers โ
Weโre 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! ๐ฎ๐๐
FAQs:
๐ ๏ธ Customizing Your Server
Want to make your server truly your own?
Here are some easy next steps:
๐ Change Your Server Version
You can switch to different versions of Minecraft easily.
How do I update my Minecraft server version?
๐ 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
๐ Install Plugins (Add Cool Features)
Make your server even better with plugins!
How to Install Plugins
๐ฎ Install A Modpack
Play huge custom modded adventures easily!
How to Install or Change Your Server Modpack
Updated on: 26/04/2025
Thank you!