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Who this is for: Minecraft players wanting to create custom modded servers for friends or communities.
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Choose Your Server Hosting Method
You have three main options for hosting a modded Minecraft server. Self-hosting gives you complete control but requires technical setup and a decent computer that can handle both playing and running the server. Dedicated hosting services like Apex or PebbleHost offer easier management with automatic mod installation, though they cost monthly fees. For testing mods with friends, temporary solutions like Hamachi work well for small groups.
Download and Install Server Software
Start by downloading Minecraft Forge or Fabric server files that match your desired Minecraft version. Forge works with most popular mods, while Fabric tends to be lighter and faster. Create a dedicated folder on your computer for the server files. Run the server jar file once to generate the necessary configuration files, then accept the EULA by editing the eula.txt file and changing “false” to “true”.
Add Your Mods
Download compatible mods from CurseForge or Modrinth, making sure they match your Minecraft and mod loader versions exactly. Place all mod files (.jar format) into the “mods” folder that was created during server setup. Test each mod individually first to avoid conflicts. Some mods require additional configuration files or dependencies, so read the mod descriptions carefully.
Configure Server Settings
Edit the server.properties file to customize your server. Key settings include:
- server-port: Default is 25565, change if needed
- max-players: Set based on your hardware capabilities
- difficulty: Choose from peaceful to hard
- gamemode: Survival, creative, or adventure
- spawn-protection: Radius around spawn where only ops can build
Allocate sufficient RAM to your server using JVM arguments. For modded servers, start with at least 4GB using the flag “-Xmx4G” when launching.
Set Up Port Forwarding
If hosting from home, configure your router to forward the Minecraft port (usually 25565) to your computer’s local IP address. Access your router’s admin panel through your web browser, find the port forwarding section, and create a new rule. This allows external players to connect to your server using your public IP address.
Launch and Test Your Server
Start the server using a batch file or command line with proper memory allocation. Monitor the console for any error messages or mod conflicts. Test the server locally first by connecting through “localhost” or “127.0.0.1” in Minecraft. Once everything works smoothly, share your public IP address with friends so they can join your modded adventure.
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TL;DR
Download Forge/Fabric server software, add compatible mods to the mods folder, configure server settings, set up port forwarding, and launch with sufficient RAM allocation.
