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How to Host an Aternos Minecraft Server for Java Edition

One of the main reasons for Minecraft’s immense success is its multiplayer feature. Minecrafters can join servers to play the iconic sandbox title with their friends. Because most public servers have limitations, many players set up their servers and invite friends to join.

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Almost every server hosting provides paid services. Sadly, not all players can afford to pay for a Minecraft server. Luckily, Aternos exists and continues to follow its motto, “Minecraft servers. Free. Forever.” Anybody can create a Minecraft server for free.

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Host an Aternos Minecraft Server for Java Edition

In this article, we will help you create a Minecraft server for Java Edition on Aternos. Follow these steps to create a Minecraft Java server for free easily:

Aternos
  1. Go to aternos.org
  2. Click on Play and sign up for a new account
  3. After signing up, you will see a button to create a server. Click on it.
  4. Now, you will have to make the IP address for your server.
  5. Select Java Edition
  6. Hit the create button.

That’s it! Your server is now ready. All you now have to do is click on the start button to turn on the server. In a few minutes, your Minecraft server will be up and running.

By default, the server is vanilla and runs on the latest Minecraft version. You can customize the server by adding plugins, mods, or switching between game versions.

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Manish Kumar Choudhary
Manish Kumar Choudhary is a freelance writer who loves to create guides and informational articles over a variety of video games. When not writing, you will probably find him raging over teammates in Valorant or enjoying the beauty of Teyvat in Genshin Impact.