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# Getting Started With Your Minecraft Server (Java)


# 🎉 Welcome to Empower Servers!

| **Quick Tip:** Looking for more guides? Our [Help Center](https://help.empowerservers.com) is packed with tips, tutorials, and answers!
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## 🚀 Let's Get You Started!

We’re excited to have you here! Setting up your server is super easy — just follow these quick steps and you’ll be playing in no time.
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## 🛠️ Step 1: Set Up Your Account

- After placing your order, you’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 →](https://gp.empowerservers.com)

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## 🌎 Step 2: Find Your Server IP

- Once logged into the control panel, your server’s **IP address** will be visible on the homepage!

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/8/5/b/c/85bc5985980c3800/image_plvtff.png)

> 💬 **Important:** When connecting, always include the port number after a `:` if one is shown.
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## 🔥 Step 3: Start Your Server

- Go to the **Console** tab.
- Click the **Start** button to power up your server!
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/8/5/b/c/85bc5985980c3800/image_zsbxs1.png)

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

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✅ Now your server is live and ready!
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## 🎮 Step 4: Connect and Play!

1. Copy your **Server IP** from the homepage.
2. Open Minecraft and click **Multiplayer** → **Add Server**.
3. Paste your server IP, give it a name you like, and click **Done**.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/85bc5985980c3800/243_1nnkxxe.png)

Jump into your server and start your adventure! 🚀
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# 🎉 You're Ready!

Thanks for choosing Empower Servers —  
We’re here to help you every step of the way.  
If you need help, send us an email at [support@empowerservers.com,](mailto://support@empowerservers.com) or open a livechat :) 
Happy gaming! 🎮🌎🚀
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# FAQs:

# 🛠️ Customizing Your Server

Want to make your server truly your own?  
Here are some easy next steps:
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## 🔄 Change Your Server Version

You can switch to different versions of Minecraft easily.
[How do I update my Minecraft server version?](https://help.empowerservers.com/en/article/how-do-i-update-my-minecraft-server-version-l45nb4/)
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## 🌍 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](https://help.empowerservers.com/en/article/uploading-your-own-world-to-a-minecraft-server-3on5jd/)
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## 🔌 Install Plugins (Add Cool Features)

Make your server even better with plugins!
[How to Install Plugins](https://help.empowerservers.com/en/article/how-to-install-plugins-9sy723/)
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## 🎮 Install A Modpack

Play huge custom modded adventures easily!
[How to Install or Change Your Server Modpack](https://help.empowerservers.com/en/article/how-to-install-or-change-your-server-modpack-fhvgc1/)