How to Join Your Minecraft Server

How to Join Your Minecraft Server at MCServerHost

How to Join Your Minecraft Server at MCServerHost

Once your Minecraft server is set up and running, all that's left to do is connect to it! Whether you are playing on Java Edition or Bedrock Edition, finding your connection details and joining your world takes just a few clicks.

Finding Your Server IP and Port

To connect to your server, you need its IP address and port.

  1. Log in to your MCServerHost dashboard and select your server.
  2. At the top right of your server panel, click the How to Join button.

Clicking the How to Join button

  1. Click the copy button next to the address to copy it to your clipboard.

How to Join modal popup

How to Join on Minecraft Java Edition

  1. Launch Minecraft: Java Edition.
  2. From the main menu, click Multiplayer.
  3. Click Add Server.
  4. Enter a name for the server under Server Name (e.g., MCSHTest).
  5. Paste your copied IP address into the Server Address field.

Java Edition Add Server screen

  1. Click Done, then select your server from the list and click Join Server.

How to Join on Minecraft Bedrock Edition

  1. Launch Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.
  2. Click Play from the main menu, then navigate to the Servers tab.
  3. Click Add Server.
  4. Fill in the required details:
    • Server Name: Any name you like.
    • Server Address: Your server IP address.
    • Port: 19132.

Bedrock Edition Add Server menu

  1. Click Save or Play to connect immediately to your server!

Conclusion

Now that you know how to retrieve your server IP and connect, you and your friends can jump into your world at any time. Make sure your server is turned on in the dashboard before attempting to connect!

Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost, you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing us at support@MCServerHost.com.

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