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Practical guides for finding, joining, running, preparing, and listing Minecraft servers. Each post connects players or server owners to the matching ServerBuddy list, tool, or profile page.

Server troubleshooting8 min read2026-06-11Minecraft connection timed out: causes and fixes for server ownersA Minecraft connection timed out error usually means the client never got a public Minecraft response. Work through address, port, protocol, firewall, DNS, and Server List Ping checks before listing the server.Read guide Server troubleshooting8 min read2026-06-09Minecraft server ping: what it means and how to check itMinecraft server ping can mean latency, server-list status, or a failed reachability check. Learn the difference, then test a Java or Bedrock address with ServerBuddy.Read guide Player discovery8 min read2026-06-08How to join a Minecraft server on BedrockJoin a Minecraft Bedrock server on Windows, mobile, Xbox, Switch, or PlayStation by checking the address, port, edition, version and account settings first.Read guide Player discovery8 min read2026-06-07Minecraft Factions servers: how Factions works and what to check before joiningLearn how Factions works, what claims and power mean, and how to check activity, uptime, resets, raid rules and store perks before copying an IP.Read guide Player discovery8 min read2026-06-05Minecraft Pixelmon servers: how to choose an active Pixelmon serverCompare Pixelmon Minecraft servers by live players, weekly peak, uptime, version, modpack requirements, rules and setup clarity before copying an IP.Read guide Player discovery8 min read2026-06-03Minecraft anarchy servers: what they are and how to find active onesMinecraft anarchy servers are harsh survival worlds with few gameplay rules. Compare live players, weekly peak, uptime, edition, version support, and rules before copying an IP.Read guide Server troubleshooting8 min read2026-06-02Authentication servers are down in Minecraft: what it means and how to checkSeeing "Authentication servers are down" in Minecraft usually means login verification failed after the server status check. Separate account sessions from server uptime before changing config.Read guide Server design8 min read2026-06-01Minecraft MOTD generator guide: colors, formatting, and examplesCreate a readable Minecraft MOTD with color codes, two-line formatting, server.properties output, MiniMessage, and examples for public server lists.Read guide Server administration10 min read2026-05-30Minecraft server properties explained: every important settingLearn the important Minecraft server.properties settings for Java servers, including safe public defaults, MOTD, ports, whitelist, performance, RCON, and launch checks.Read guide Player guides8 min read2026-05-29Minecraft Skyblock servers: what to check before joining oneCheck edition, version, player activity, uptime, resets, economy, island protection, and rules before you commit time to a Skyblock server.Read guide Player guides8 min read2026-05-28How to join a Minecraft server: Java, Bedrock, Xbox, Switch, and IPsCopy the right server address, match Java or Bedrock, check the port and version, then add the server from Minecraft's multiplayer menu.Read guide Player discovery8 min read2026-05-27Best Minecraft prison servers: how to find active prison serversCompare prison servers by live players, weekly peak, uptime, edition, version, economy style and reset rules before copying an IP.Read guide Server design8 min read2026-05-26Minecraft server icon size: PNG rules, 64x64 format, and how to make oneUse the correct 64x64 PNG format, place server-icon.png in the main server folder, and check the icon beside your MOTD before you promote the server.Read guide Server troubleshooting9 min read2026-05-25Why is my Minecraft server offline?Work through the server process, address, port, edition, DNS, firewall, and Server List Ping checks that usually explain why a Minecraft server shows offline.Read guide Server administration8 min read2026-05-23How to whitelist a Minecraft server: commands and server.propertiesUse whitelist commands and server.properties settings to keep a Java server private while you add trusted players.Read guide