Vanilla
Minecraft as Mojang intended. Just the base game running on the official server software. Ideal if you want a clean, pure survival experience.
Start with Vanilla
Choose between Paper and Vanilla
Minecraft Java Edition is the original sandbox survival game. Gather resources, craft gear, build up from a dirt hut to a sprawling town, and try not to get blown up along the way. Explore an infinite procedurally generated world. Whether it's a small group of friends or a full community server, it's your world.
Both editions run on the same hardware. The difference is what you can do with it.
Minecraft as Mojang intended. Just the base game running on the official server software. Ideal if you want a clean, pure survival experience.
Start with VanillaPerformance-optimized fork with full Bukkit and Spigot plugin support. Best for larger servers and plugin setups.
Start with PaperEvery plan includes a dedicated IP, full Pterodactyl panel, and DDoS protection.
Helsinki
Up to 8 players
Helsinki
Up to 20 players
Helsinki
Up to 45 players
No upsells. No feature tiers. The same full set on every plan.
Every plan gives you full access to the hardware you pay for. You set max-players in your server config. We do not add an artificial cap.
Your server gets its own IP address. Players connect by typing the IP directly with no port number required.
Network-level DDoS mitigation runs on all servers from day one. Always active, no extra cost, no setup required.
Access every file on your server through the built-in file manager. Upload mods, world saves, and custom configs directly.
Your server runs inside Pterodactyl, the open-source game panel used by thousands of hosts. Console, backups, startup settings, and file management in one place.
All servers run on dedicated cloud infrastructure located in Europe. High-frequency CPUs and SSD storage on every machine.
Step-by-step guides to set up and manage your server from day one.
A clear breakdown of both editions. Covers performance differences, plugin support, and which one fits your server goals.
Read guideYour server is up. Here is how to add it in the Minecraft client and share the address with your players.
Read guideOperator status gives you full in-game admin commands. One line in the server console and you are done.
Read guidePaper supports the full Bukkit and Spigot ecosystem. This guide walks you through uploading and activating plugins via the file manager.
Read guideOne misconfigured plugin can corrupt your world. Here is how to configure automatic backups so you never lose progress.
Read guideQuick answers to common questions.
Your server is provisioned and ready within minutes of completing your order. No manual setup from our side, no waiting for a support ticket.
No. We do not cap player slots on any plan. You set the max-players value in your server configuration. The only limit is the hardware you choose.
Vanilla is pure Minecraft Java as Mojang ships it. Paper is a performance-optimized fork that adds full Bukkit and Spigot plugin support. If you want plugins or plan to run a larger group of players, Paper is the better choice.
No. Every plan includes a free dedicated IP address. Players connect with just the IP, no port number required.
Yes. You can reinstall your server software at any time from the control panel. We recommend backing up your world files first.
We support all current Minecraft Java release versions for both Vanilla and Paper. You select your version during setup and can change it at any time.
Pick your edition, choose your plan, and your Minecraft Java server is online within minutes.