How to create your first Minecraft Server

1 Creating your Deduck Account

Before you can launch a server, you need to join the Deduck Hosting community. Our registration process is streamlined and privacy-focused, we don't ask for credit card details or intrusive personal information.

2 Initiating Server Creation

Once logged into your dashboard, click on the "Create Server" button. You will be prompted to give your server a name. This name is for your organization only and can be changed later.

Our automated provisioning system will then assign you a high-performance node. Unlike other free hosts, we use **Enterprise Epyc & Ryzen** hardware to ensure that even our free tier feels premium.

3 Choosing your Server Version

• Java Edition: Best for PC players and massive plugin support (Paper, Spigot, Fabric).
• Bedrock Edition: Best for friends on Console, Mobile, or Windows 10 editions.
• Snapshot Versions: Try out the brand new features before anyone else.

4 Connecting your Minecraft Client

After your server status turns ONLINE, copy the Address provided (e.g., myawesome.deduck.de).

1. Open Minecraft and go to Multiplayer.
2. Click Add Server.
3. Paste the address into the Server Address field.
4. Click Done and Join.

5 Common Troubleshooting

If you can't connect, first check the server console. Most connection issues are caused by:

• Version Mismatch: Ensure your game version matches the server version.
• Whitelist: If enabled, ensure your username is added via /whitelist add username.
• Server is Sleeping: If there were no players, you may need to 'wake' the server from the dashboard.

6 The Final Hurdle: Accepting the EULA

Mojang requires all server owners to agree to their End User License Agreement (EULA). Your server will not start until this is accepted. On Deduck, you can find the eula.txt in your File Manager. Change eula=false to eula=true and save the file.