Minecraft
Minecraft server setup, plugins, and troubleshooting · 62 guides
- Forge vs. Fabric vs. Quilt: Understanding the DifferencesExplore the key differences between Forge, Fabric, and Quilt modding platforms to choose the best option for your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting.10 min read3129
- How to Fix Ticking Entity Issues on a Minecraft Fabric ServerLearn how to resolve ticking entity errors on your Minecraft Fabric server hosted with Beacon Hosting, ensuring smooth gameplay and stable performance.9 min read2902
- How to Install LuckPerms on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to install and configure the LuckPerms permissions plugin on your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting.9 min read2628
- How to Change the Difficulty on a Minecraft Bedrock ServerLearn how to easily adjust the difficulty settings on your Minecraft Bedrock server hosted with Beacon Hosting.6 min read2196
- How to Completely Reset a Minecraft Bedrock ServerLearn how to fully reset your Minecraft Bedrock server using Beacon Hosting's control panel for a clean, fresh world setup.5 min read2154
- How to Download a World File and Upload to SingleplayerLearn how to download your Minecraft world file from your Beacon Hosting server and upload it to your singleplayer game.8 min read2135
- How to Install Plugins on a Minecraft ServerInstall plugins from Modrinth, Hangar, SpigotMC and CurseForge with Package Manager, or upload the JAR yourself. Which server software runs plugins, permissions, and what the log says when one doesn't load.5 min read2059
- How to Transfer Spigot or Paper Nether/End Worlds to VanillaA step-by-step guide on transferring your Nether and End worlds from Spigot or Paper servers to Vanilla Minecraft servers using Beacon Hosting services.9 min read2051
- How to Configure an SFTP Client for MinecraftA step-by-step guide to setting up an SFTP client to manage your Minecraft server files with Beacon Hosting.7 min read1855
- CraftBukkit vs. Spigot vs. Paper: Understanding the DifferencesA clear comparison of the popular Minecraft server software: CraftBukkit, Spigot, and Paper, highlighting their differences and benefits for Beacon Hosting services.10 min read1726
- Why Choose Beacon Hosting for Minecraft HostingLearn why Beacon Hosting is built for performance, reliability, and ease of use, with modern infrastructure, transparent pricing, powerful management tools, and support for every type of Minecraft server.8 min read810
- How to Grant OP Permissions on a Minecraft Bedrock ServerLearn how to grant operator (OP) permissions on your Minecraft Bedrock server hosted with Beacon Hosting, enabling you to manage your server effectively.2 min read43
- How to Add a Resource Pack to a Minecraft ServerLearn how to easily add a resource pack to your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting, enhancing your gameplay experience.9 min read35
- How to Grant OP Permissions on a Minecraft ServerLearn the step-by-step process to grant OP (operator) permissions on your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting.8 min read35
- How to Change the View Distance on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to adjust the view distance settings on your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting to optimize performance and gameplay experience.9 min read32
- How to Enable Hardcore Mode on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to activate Hardcore mode on your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting to enhance your gameplay experience.5 min read30
- How to Reset Player Data on a Minecraft ServerLearn the steps to reset player data on your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting, including file removal and server restart instructions.2 min read29
- How to Change the MOTD on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to update the Message of the Day (MOTD) on your Minecraft server hosted with Beacon Hosting to personalize your server's welcome message.7 min read26
- How to Read Server Logs on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to access and interpret server logs on your Minecraft server hosted by Beacon Hosting to effectively manage and troubleshoot your game server.11 min read25
- How to Change the Difficulty on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to adjust the difficulty setting on your Minecraft server hosted by Beacon Hosting to customize your gameplay experience.5 min read23
- How to Create a Superflat World on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to set up a superflat world on your Minecraft server hosted by Beacon Hosting with simple steps.2 min read21
- Vanilla vs. Bukkit vs. Modded: Choosing a Minecraft ServerLearn the differences between Vanilla, Bukkit, and Modded Minecraft servers to select the best option for your gameplay style with Beacon Hosting.8 min read15
- How to Enable Command Blocks on a Minecraft ServerLearn how to enable command blocks on your Beacon Hosting Minecraft server to enhance gameplay with advanced commands.1 min read12
- Why Is My Minecraft Server Lagging? Complete Troubleshooting GuideFind out which kind of lag you have (server tick lag, network latency, low client FPS, memory pressure or an overloaded CPU) and fix the cause instead of guessing.7 min read12
- How to Pre-Generate a World on a Minecraft Fabric ServerLearn how to efficiently pre-generate your Minecraft Fabric server world to improve gameplay and reduce lag.2 min read10
- How to Set Up a Private Minecraft Server for FriendsMake a Minecraft server only your friends can join: whitelist, operators and permissions, difficulty, hiding it from strangers, backups, and keeping it online while you're away.4 min read9
- Differences Between Beacon Hosting Premium and Budget ServersLearn the key differences between Beacon Hosting's Premium and Budget server options to choose the best service for your game server hosting needs.3 min read8
- Manage Minecraft Bedrock Server Files with an sFTP ClientLearn how to set up an sFTP client to access and manage files on your Minecraft Bedrock server hosted by Beacon Hosting.2 min read7
- How to Install a Modpack on the CurseForge AppInstall and play a modpack with the CurseForge app, then join a Beacon server running the same pack.1 min read6
- How to Allocate More RAM on Modded Minecraft LaunchersWhere to find the memory setting in every popular Minecraft launcher, and how much to give a modpack.1 min read5
- How to Let Console Players Join With MCXboxBroadcastXbox, PlayStation and Switch players can't add servers. MCXboxBroadcast shows your server in their Friends list instead.1 min read5
- How to Fix "Exception in Server Tick Loop"This crash means something broke while the server was running a tick. Here's how to find what.2 min read4
- How to Fix Ticking Entity Errors on a Forge or NeoForge ServerA ticking entity crash means one entity breaks the server every time its chunk loads. Here's how to remove it.2 min read4
- How to Install OptiFine (or Better Alternatives)OptiFine adds shaders and performance settings to Minecraft. It's client-only, and Sodium and Iris often work better.1 min read4
- How to Host a Modded Minecraft ServerRun a modded Minecraft server that starts first time: the right loader, matching mods, server packs, Java version, RAM and world generation, and the startup errors you'll see when one is wrong.6 min read3
- How to Turn Off PvP on a Minecraft ServerStop players hurting each other on your Minecraft server.1 min read3
- How to Turn On Keep Inventory on a Minecraft ServerStop players dropping their items when they die, with one game rule.1 min read3
- How to Link Minecraft Chat to Discord With DiscordSRVShow your server's chat in a Discord channel, and let Discord members chat into the game.2 min read3
- Minecraft Java server.properties GuideWhat every common setting in a Minecraft Java server's server.properties does, and how to change it on Beacon.3 min read2
- How to Install and Update a Modpack on a Minecraft ServerInstall a CurseForge or Modrinth modpack on your server in a few clicks, and update it later.2 min read2
- How to Install a Custom Modpack on a Minecraft ServerPut a modpack that isn't on CurseForge or Modrinth on your server by uploading it.2 min read2
- How to Reset the World on a Minecraft ServerStart over with a fresh Minecraft world, while keeping your settings, plugins and mods.1 min read2
- How to Edit Your Server's World With AmuletDownload your world, edit it with the Amulet editor on your computer, and upload it back.1 min read2
- How to Find Lag With the spark ProfilerInstall spark and run a profile to see exactly which plugin, mod or chunk is slowing your server down.2 min read1
- How to Install Geyser and Floodgate on a Minecraft Java ServerLet Bedrock players on phones, consoles and Windows join your Java server.2 min read1
- How to Schedule Automatic Server RestartsRestart your server automatically every day, or every few hours, with a schedule.1 min read1
- How to Whitelist a Minecraft ServerOnly let players you choose join your Minecraft Java server.1 min read1
- How to Join a Minecraft ServerJoin your Beacon server from Minecraft Java Edition in a few steps.2 min read1
- How to Protect Builds With WorldGuardProtect your spawn, towns and builds from griefing with WorldEdit and WorldGuard.1 min read1
- How to Run Plugins on Fabric With CardboardCardboard lets a Fabric server load some Bukkit plugins. Here's how to install it, and its limits.1 min read1
- How to Pre-Generate a World on a Minecraft Forge or NeoForge ServerGenerate your world ahead of time with Chunky so players don't cause lag exploring.1 min read1
- How to Reset the End and Nether on a Minecraft ServerRegenerate the Nether or the End without touching your Overworld.1 min read1
- How to Fix "Failed to Check Session Lock" on a Minecraft ServerThis error means two copies of the world tried to open at once, or the lock file is stuck. Here's how to clear it on Beacon.1 min read1
- How to Back Up and Restore a Minecraft WorldBack up a Minecraft server world without corrupting it: which folders to copy, shutting down safely, automatic backups, restoring cleanly, and testing that a backup actually works.5 min read
- How to Set Up a Velocity Server NetworkLink several Minecraft servers (a lobby, survival, minigames) into one network with a Velocity proxy.2 min read
- How to Fix Out of Memory Errors on a Minecraft ServerYour server crashed with OutOfMemoryError. Here's why, and what to change.2 min read
- How to Change the Spawn Protection on a Minecraft ServerChange or turn off the area around spawn that only operators can build in.1 min read
- How to Install EssentialsX on a Minecraft ServerAdd homes, warps, /spawn, kits, nicknames and more to a Paper server with EssentialsX.1 min read
- How to Install Paper on a Minecraft ServerSwitch your Minecraft server to Paper for plugins and better performance. Paper runs Spigot and Bukkit plugins too.2 min read
- How to Add a World Border to a Minecraft ServerLimit how far players can travel with Minecraft's world border, so your world stays a manageable size.1 min read
- Automatic Saves vs Automatic Backups on a Minecraft ServerMinecraft's autosave and a Beacon backup do different jobs. Here's what each one protects you from, and how to set up scheduled backups.2 min read
- How to Schedule Tasks on Your ServerRun commands, power actions and backups automatically with Schedules.1 min read