Are you guys running a server, or planning on running one? Are you struggling? Do you need help? Well, that is what this post is for, to help you run your server.
Here are a few steps that will help you get through running a server. Make sure that you are ready for the job (it’s tough work).
1st Step:
Firstly, you need to find the right hoster. I suggest that you use larger hosters that can be trusted. There are a few websites that you can use to find the top hosters. Below is what you need to look for in a hoster.
- They should be highly thought of, and used by many people.
- Make sure that the prices are reasonable because you might not make money via server for a few months.
- Make sure that the hoster has a support area, where you can ask staff questions and get helpful info.
2nd Step:
Secondly, you need to get all the essential plugins for you server. You need to be sure about what you will need, and I suggest that you figure it out before you get the server. Some of the essential plugins can be seen below.
- WorldEdit (Helpful for building large things quickly)
- Essentials (All the essentials you need for your server)
- MultiWorld (Allows multiple worlds)
- WorldGuard
3rd Step:
Thirdly, you need to know what type of server you want to have. You can have a single type of game, ex. Factions, or you can have a games server, like MinePlex. I suggest with starting with a popular game-type like Factions or survival.
4th Step:
You need to advertise. I suggest that you don’t go on Minecraft servers and start spamming the IP, it shows that you are overly desperate. I suggest that you go to popular sites, like minecraftservers.org or another site to advertise.
5th Step:
You need to establish a healthy community and economy that can run itself. Get some trusted players to become mods or chatmods, so they can help other players out.
I hope these steps helped you out! May your servers do well.