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This guide covers how to find your world name in Multicraft and remove the correct folders via FTP.","Resetting your Minecraft server world permanently deletes the existing terrain and generates a brand-new one the next time the server starts. Before you begin, consider [downloading a backup of your world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fdownload-world) so you can restore it later.\n\n> **Before you start:** Stop your server before deleting world folders. Deleting folders while the server is running can cause corruption.\n\n## Find your world name\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel.\n2. Open your server's overview page (the page with the **Start**, **Stop**, and **Restart** buttons).\n3. Scroll down and click **Show Advanced Options**.\n4. Note the value in the **World** field. The default is `world`, but it may have been changed.\n\n## Delete the world folders via FTP\n\n1. Click **Files** on the left side, then click **FTP File Access**.\n2. Connect using an [FTP client](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) or the web-based file manager.\n3. Locate the folder matching your world name (for example, `world`).\n4. Delete that folder. If you also want to reset the Nether and The End dimensions, delete `world_nether` and `world_the_end` as well.\n\n## Start the server\n\n1. Return to the Minecraft panel.\n2. Click **Start**. The server generates a new world automatically.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n**The world did not reset.** Confirm you deleted the correct folder. If the **World** field in Advanced Options shows a custom name, make sure you deleted that folder, not the default `world` folder.\n\n**Server crashes on start.** A leftover partial folder from an incomplete delete can cause this. Connect via FTP again, remove any remaining world folder, and restart.",{"id":108,"article_path":109,"sort":84,"date_created":110,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":111},530,"reduce-console-spam","2026-06-09T13:05:59.000Z",[112],{"languages_code":91,"title":113,"title_short":114,"description":115,"content_md":116},"How to Stop the \u002Flist Command Spamming Your Console","Reduce Console Spam","Stop Multicraft's automatic \u002Flist command from flooding your Minecraft server console. Install and configure the Console Spam Fix plugin on Spigot, Paper, or PurPur servers.","Multicraft runs the `\u002Flist` command automatically to track player counts, which causes repeated messages in your server console. On Bukkit-based servers (Spigot, Paper, PurPur, and similar), you can suppress these messages with the Console Spam Fix plugin.\n\n> **Before you start:** This solution requires a Bukkit-based server JAR. It does not work on vanilla Minecraft servers.\n\n## Install Console Spam Fix\n\n1. Stop your server.\n2. Download the Console Spam Fix plugin from `https:\u002F\u002Fwww.spigotmc.org\u002Fresources\u002Fconsole-spam-fix.18410\u002F`.\n3. In the Minecraft panel, click **Files**, then **FTP File Access**, and log in.\n4. Open the `plugins` folder. If it does not exist, create it (all lowercase).\n5. Upload the plugin JAR file to the `plugins` folder.\n6. Start the server to generate the plugin's config files.\n\n## Configure the plugin to hide \u002Flist output\n\n1. Stop the server.\n2. Click **Files**, then **FTP File Access**, and log in.\n3. Open the `plugins` folder, then open the `ConsoleSpamFix` folder.\n4. Open `Config.yml` for editing.\n5. Under the `Messages-To-Hide-Filter:` section, add the following line:\n   ```\n   - 'There are'\n   ```\n\n   ![ConsoleSpamFix Config.yml open in the Multicraft file editor showing the Messages-To-Hide-Filter section with the There are entry added](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F48299a3e-bba4-436b-aae8-bb67e875d377)\n\n6. Click **Save**.\n7. Start the server.\n\nThe `\u002Flist` output (which starts with \"There are\") is now filtered from the console.",{"id":118,"article_path":119,"sort":84,"date_created":120,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":121},529,"fix-version-mismatch","2026-06-09T13:05:44.000Z",[122],{"languages_code":91,"title":123,"title_short":124,"description":125,"content_md":126},"Server Running Wrong Version or Connecting to Wrong Server","Fix Version Mismatch","If your Minecraft server appears to be on the wrong version or you land on someone else's server, you are likely not using the correct IP and port. Always connect using IP:Port.","If you try to join your Minecraft server and it appears to be running the wrong version, shows an unexpected world, or looks like someone else's server entirely, the most common cause is connecting with only the IP address rather than the full IP and port.\n\n## Connect using IP and port together\n\nYou must join using your server's full address in the format `\u003CIP>:\u003CPORT>`, for example:\n\n```\n192.101.54.22:25565\n```\n\nUsing only the IP address without the port may route you to a different server sharing the same IP.\n\nFor the full process of joining your server, see the [join server](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fjoin-server) guide.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n**Server still shows the wrong version.** Confirm the JAR file selected in Multicraft matches the Minecraft client version you are using. You can change the JAR file from the server overview in the Minecraft panel.\n\n**World looks different than expected.** If the world was recently reset or a new seed applied, the terrain will differ. See [reset world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Freset-world) and [change level seed](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fchange-level-seed) for context.",{"id":128,"article_path":129,"sort":84,"date_created":130,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":131},528,"manage-backups","2026-06-09T13:05:31.000Z",[132],{"languages_code":91,"title":133,"title_short":134,"description":135,"content_md":136},"How to Create and Restore Backups","Manage Backups","Create, restore, and schedule automated backups for your Minecraft server in Multicraft. Keep up to 3 backups and restore any of them at any time from the Backup section.","Multicraft lets you create manual backups of your Minecraft server, restore from any saved backup, and schedule automatic backups to run on a regular interval. There is a limit of 3 backups per server; when a new backup is created and the limit is reached, the oldest backup is deleted.\n\n> **Before you start:** Consider [downloading a copy of your world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fdownload-world) as an additional off-panel backup before making major changes.\n\n## Create a backup\n\n1. Log into the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n2. Open your server's control panel.\n3. Click **Files** on the left side.\n4. Click **Backup**.\n5. Click **Start** to create a backup.\n\n   ![Multicraft Backup page showing a list of saved backups with Restore buttons](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F1d80fc27-22b0-46f8-a3ef-039943ec2bda)\n\n## Restore a backup\n\n1. Log into the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n2. Open your server's control panel.\n3. Stop your server.\n4. Click **Files** on the left side.\n5. Click **Backup**.\n6. Click **Restore** on the left side.\n7. Find the backup you want to restore and click the **Restore** button on its right side.\n\n## Schedule automatic backups\n\nYou can create a scheduled task to run a backup automatically at a set time every day.\n\n1. Open your server's control panel.\n2. Click **Advanced** on the left side.\n3. Click **Scheduled Tasks**.\n4. Click **New Task**.\n5. Fill in the task settings:\n   - **Name**: enter a descriptive name (for example, `Daily Backup`).\n   - **Status**: set to **Scheduled**.\n   - **Time**: set the time for the first backup to run.\n   - **Interval**: check the **Interval** checkbox, then set it to `1` and `Days`.\n   - **Command**: set to **Create Backup**.\n   - **Arguments**: leave blank.\n   - **Run for**: set to **Server**.\n   - **Condition**: set to **None**.\n6. Click **Create**.\n\nThe task runs once per day at the time you set. Backups older than the 3-backup limit are automatically deleted as new ones are created.",{"id":138,"article_path":139,"sort":84,"date_created":140,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":141},527,"reset-multicraft-password","2026-06-09T13:05:15.000Z",[142],{"languages_code":91,"title":143,"title_short":144,"description":145,"content_md":146},"How to Reset Your Multicraft Password","Reset Multicraft Password","Reset your Multicraft control panel password from the Host Havoc billing account. The Multicraft password is also your FTP password for accessing server files.","Your Multicraft password controls access to both the Minecraft panel and your server's files via FTP. It is separate from your Host Havoc billing account password and was sent to your email when you purchased the Minecraft service.\n\nIf you need to update it, you can do so from the billing portal.\n\n## Reset the Multicraft password\n\n1. Log into your [Host Havoc billing account](https:\u002F\u002Fhosthavoc.com\u002Fbilling\u002Flogin).\n2. Click on your active Minecraft service from the services list.\n\n   ![Host Havoc billing portal showing an active Minecraft service in the services list](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F9d2041c7-015f-4996-aa9d-85acb2430aa3)\n\n3. Click **Actions** on the left side.\n4. Click **Change Password**.\n\n   ![Billing service management page showing the Actions menu with Change Password option](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F1694b356-d5e0-4cc3-bb23-5c83e36fac0b)\n\n5. Enter and confirm your new password, then save.\n\nYour Minecraft panel password and FTP password are both updated immediately.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n**FTP still rejects the new password.** Wait a moment for the change to propagate, then try reconnecting. If the issue persists, open a support ticket.\n\n**Cannot find the Actions menu.** Confirm you are viewing the individual service page, not the main services list. Click the service name to open the management page where **Actions** appears on the left side.",{"id":148,"article_path":149,"sort":84,"date_created":150,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":151},526,"enable-whitelist","2026-06-09T13:05:04.000Z",[152],{"languages_code":91,"title":153,"title_short":154,"description":155,"content_md":156},"How to Enable and Manage Your Whitelist","Enable Whitelist","Enable and manage your Minecraft server whitelist on Host Havoc to restrict who can join. Turn on whitelisting in Multicraft and add or remove players using in-game commands.","The whitelist restricts your Minecraft server so only approved players can join. You can enable it through the Minecraft panel and manage the player list with in-game or console commands.\n\n## Enable the whitelist\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel.\n2. Stop your server.\n3. Click **Files** on the left side, then click **Config Files**, then click **Server Settings**.\n4. Find the **Whitelisting** option and set it to **Enabled** using the dropdown.\n5. Click **Save** at the bottom of the page.\n6. Start the server. The whitelist is now active.\n\nYou can also enable whitelisting directly in `server.properties` by setting `white-list=true`. See [edit server properties](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fedit-server-properties) for details.\n\n## Add a player to the whitelist\n\nRun the following command in the server console or in-game as an operator:\n\n```\n\u002Fwhitelist add \u003Cplayername>\n```\n\nExample: `\u002Fwhitelist add Carl`\n\n## Remove a player from the whitelist\n\n```\n\u002Fwhitelist remove \u003Cplayername>\n```\n\nExample: `\u002Fwhitelist remove Carl`\n\n## Other whitelist commands\n\n| Command | Description |\n|---|---|\n| `\u002Fwhitelist list` | Shows all whitelisted players. |\n| `\u002Fwhitelist reload` | Reloads the whitelist from disk after manual edits. |\n| `\u002Fwhitelist on` | Enables the whitelist without a restart. |\n| `\u002Fwhitelist off` | Disables the whitelist without a restart. |",{"id":158,"article_path":159,"sort":84,"date_created":160,"date_updated":161,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":162},525,"setup-geyser","2026-06-09T13:04:51.000Z","2026-06-10T18:25:28.000Z",[163],{"languages_code":91,"title":164,"title_short":165,"description":166,"content_md":167},"How to Set Up Geyser and Floodgate for Bedrock Players","Setup Geyser","Set up the Geyser plugin on your Spigot Minecraft server so Bedrock Edition players can join. Optionally install Floodgate to allow Bedrock players to join without a Java account.","Geyser is a plugin that allows Bedrock Edition players to connect to a Java Edition Minecraft server. Floodgate is an optional companion plugin that removes the requirement for Bedrock players to own the Java edition of the game.\n\n> **Before you start:** This guide covers the Spigot plugin version of Geyser. Your server must be running Spigot (or a Spigot-based JAR like Paper or PurPur) for this to work.\n\n## Set the server to run Spigot\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel.\n2. On your server overview, find the **JAR file** dropdown.\n3. Search for `Spigot` and select the version matching your target Minecraft version (for example, `Spigot: 1.21.4`).\n4. Save and restart the server to confirm it loads correctly.\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR file dropdown with Spigot 1.21.4 selected](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F3d0e5d40-a482-4625-a681-93018858fa98)\n\n## Install the Geyser plugin\n\n1. Download the latest Geyser Spigot plugin from `https:\u002F\u002Fdownload.geysermc.org\u002Fv2\u002Fprojects\u002Fgeyser\u002Fversions\u002Flatest\u002Fbuilds\u002Flatest\u002Fdownloads\u002Fspigot`.\n2. Stop the server.\n3. Connect to your server via FTP using the [FTP client guide](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n4. Create a folder named `plugins` in the root directory if one does not already exist. The folder name must be all lowercase.\n5. Upload `Geyser-Spigot.jar` to the `plugins` folder.\n6. Start the server and let it fully load. Geyser generates its config files on first start.\n7. Stop the server again.\n\n## Configure Geyser\n\n1. In Multicraft, click **Files**, then **FTP File Access**, and log in.\n2. Open the `plugins` folder, then open the `Geyser-Spigot` folder.\n3. Open `config.yml` for editing.\n4. Set `clone-remote-port` to `true`. This makes the Bedrock and Java ports identical.\n\n   ![Geyser config.yml showing clone-remote-port set to true](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F4e0f99bb-6910-4f0d-b3cc-3cff775e187d)\n\n5. Confirm the `address` option under `remote` is set to `auto` (this is the default).\n\n   ![Geyser config.yml showing the remote address option set to auto](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F6b8251f2-6e7c-4e6c-8cf2-a36fb4f08973)\n\n6. Set `auth-type` to `auto`.\n\n   ![Geyser config.yml showing auth-type set to auto](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F8819cbed-3d0b-4788-84b4-b23482aa76bf)\n\n7. Click **Save**.\n8. Start the server.\n\n## Optional: install Floodgate\n\nFloodgate allows Bedrock players to join without owning the Java edition of the game.\n\n1. Download the latest Floodgate Spigot plugin from `https:\u002F\u002Fdownload.geysermc.org\u002Fv2\u002Fprojects\u002Ffloodgate\u002Fversions\u002Flatest\u002Fbuilds\u002Flatest\u002Fdownloads\u002Fspigot`.\n2. Stop the server.\n3. Upload `floodgate-spigot.jar` to the `plugins` folder via FTP.\n4. Start the server.\n\nFor players joining from console editions (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), refer to the GeyserMC documentation at `https:\u002F\u002Fwiki.geysermc.org\u002Fgeyser\u002Fusing-geyser-with-consoles\u002F`.",{"id":169,"article_path":170,"sort":84,"date_created":171,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":172},524,"forge-vs-cauldron","2026-06-09T13:04:31.000Z",[173],{"languages_code":91,"title":174,"title_short":175,"description":176,"content_md":177},"Forge vs. Cauldron: What Is the Difference?","Forge vs. Cauldron","Understand the differences between Forge and Cauldron for your Minecraft server. Forge supports mods on modern versions; Cauldron supports both mods and plugins on Minecraft 1.6.4 and 1.7.10.","When setting up a modded Minecraft server, choosing the right server platform makes a significant difference. Forge and Cauldron each serve different use cases.\n\n## What is Forge?\n\nForge is the most widely used modding platform for Minecraft. It provides a modding API that lets you add mods to the game, and it supports all current Minecraft versions.\n\n**Key features:**\n- Supports a large library of community-developed mods.\n- Compatible with current and recent Minecraft versions.\n- Does not support Bukkit or Spigot plugins natively.\n\nTo install Forge on your server, follow the [install Forge](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Finstall-forge) guide.\n\n## What is Cauldron?\n\nCauldron is a hybrid server platform built on both Forge and Bukkit. It lets you run Forge mods and Bukkit plugins simultaneously. Cauldron is limited to Minecraft 1.6.4 and 1.7.10, and is no longer actively maintained.\n\n**Key features:**\n- Runs Forge mods and Bukkit plugins at the same time.\n- Limited to Minecraft 1.6.4 and 1.7.10.\n- No longer actively updated.\n\nTo install Cauldron, follow the [install Cauldron](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Finstall-cauldron) guide.\n\n## Comparison\n\n| Feature | Forge | Cauldron |\n|---|---|---|\n| Mod support | Full | Full (Forge mods) |\n| Plugin support | None natively | Bukkit plugins |\n| Minecraft versions | Current and modern | 1.6.4 and 1.7.10 only |\n| Active maintenance | Yes | No |\n\n## When to choose Forge\n\n- Your server needs mods and runs a current Minecraft version.\n- You do not need Bukkit or Spigot plugin support.\n\n## When to choose Cauldron\n\n- Your server must run Minecraft 1.6.4 or 1.7.10.\n- You need both Forge mods and Bukkit plugins running together.\n\n## Alternatives for newer versions\n\nFor hybrid setups on current Minecraft versions, consider:\n\n- **Mohist**: Supports Forge mods and Bukkit\u002FSpigot plugins on newer versions.\n- **SpongeForge**: Combines Forge modding with Sponge plugin support.\n- **Paper**: Optimised for plugin-heavy servers without mod support.",{"id":179,"article_path":180,"sort":84,"date_created":181,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":182},523,"install-cauldron","2026-06-09T13:04:16.000Z",[183],{"languages_code":91,"title":184,"title_short":185,"description":186,"content_md":187},"How to Install Cauldron on Your Server","Install Cauldron","Install Cauldron on your Minecraft server to run both Forge mods and Bukkit plugins simultaneously. Cauldron supports Minecraft 1.6.4 and 1.7.10 only.","Cauldron is a hybrid server platform that lets you run both Forge mods and Bukkit plugins on the same Minecraft server. It supports Minecraft versions 1.6.4 and 1.7.10 only. For newer versions, consider alternatives like Mohist. See [Forge vs. Cauldron](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fforge-vs-cauldron) for a full comparison.\n\n> **Before you start:** Cauldron requires you to run an installer on your own computer first, then upload the resulting files to your server via FTP.\n\n## Choose your Minecraft version\n\nDetermine the version of Minecraft you need to run. Most mods and modpacks list the required version in their documentation.\n\n## Download the Cauldron files\n\n1. Visit the Cauldron download page on SourceForge for your target version (for example, 1.7.10).\n2. Download the installer JAR, the server JAR, and CauldronBukkit for your chosen version.\n\n## Run the installer locally\n\n1. Run the installer JAR on your computer. Install it to a folder on your Desktop or another convenient location.\n2. Run the installer two more times to ensure all library files download correctly. Some libraries may be missed on the first run.\n3. Place the other downloaded files (server JAR and CauldronBukkit) in the same folder as the installation.\n\n## Upload the files to your server\n\n1. Connect to your server via FTP using the [FTP client guide](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n2. Upload all contents of the local installation folder to your server's root directory.\n\n## Set the JAR file in Multicraft\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel.\n2. On your server overview, find the **JAR file** setting.\n3. Set it to the exact name of the Cauldron server JAR, for example: `cauldron-1.7.10-1.1217.07.0-server.jar`.\n\n## Start the server\n\nClick **Start**. The server loads Cauldron, and you can add mods to the `mods` folder and plugins to the `plugins` folder.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n**Server fails to start with library errors.** Run the installer one or two additional times on your local machine to fetch any missing libraries, then re-upload the updated library files.\n\n**JAR name does not match.** Connect via FTP, find the exact filename of the Cauldron server JAR, and paste that name into the Multicraft JAR field.",{"id":189,"article_path":190,"sort":84,"date_created":191,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":192},522,"edit-server-properties","2026-06-09T13:03:57.000Z",[193],{"languages_code":91,"title":194,"title_short":195,"description":196,"content_md":197},"How to Edit Your Core Server Settings","Edit Server Properties","Edit your Minecraft server's core settings, stored in server.properties, using the Config Files section of the Multicraft control panel.","Your Minecraft server's core settings are stored in `server.properties`. The Minecraft panel gives you a straightforward way to edit these without needing to use an [FTP client](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) directly.\n\n## Edit core server settings\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel.\n2. Open your server's control panel page.\n3. Click **Files** on the left side, then click **Config Files**.\n4. Click **Server Settings** to open the `server.properties` editor.\n5. Modify the settings as needed.\n6. Click **Save** when finished.\n\n## Common settings\n\n| Setting | Description |\n|---|---|\n| `level-seed` | Seed used to generate the world. See [change level seed](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fchange-level-seed). |\n| `white-list` | Enables the server whitelist. See [enable whitelist](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fenable-whitelist). |\n| `gamemode` | Default game mode for new players (`survival`, `creative`, `adventure`, `spectator`). |\n| `difficulty` | Server difficulty (`peaceful`, `easy`, `normal`, `hard`). |\n| `max-players` | Maximum number of players allowed on the server at once. |\n| `pvp` | Enables or disables player vs. player combat. |\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n**Changes did not apply.** Restart the server after saving. Some settings only take effect on the next start.\n\n**Config Files page shows no options.** This can occur if the server has never started successfully and `server.properties` has not been created yet. Start the server once, let it fully load, then stop it and try again.",{"id":199,"article_path":200,"sort":84,"date_created":201,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":202},521,"change-level-seed","2026-06-09T13:03:45.000Z",[203],{"languages_code":91,"title":204,"title_short":205,"description":206,"content_md":207},"How to Change the Level Seed","Change Level Seed","Change your Minecraft server's level seed in Multicraft to control which world generates on the next server start. Requires resetting the world afterward for the new seed to take effect.","The level seed determines the terrain layout of your Minecraft world. Changing it only affects the next world generation, so you must also [reset the world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Freset-world) after updating the seed for the change to take effect.\n\n> **Before you start:** Changing the seed without resetting the world has no effect. The existing world was already generated from the old seed and will continue to load as-is.\n\n## Change the seed\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel.\n2. Open your server's control panel page.\n3. Click **Files** on the left side, then click **Config Files**.\n4. Find the **Level Seed** option and enter your desired seed value. Leave the field blank for a randomly generated seed.\n5. Click **Save**.\n\n## Reset the world\n\nAfter saving the new seed, reset the world so the server generates fresh terrain using it. Follow the [reset world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Freset-world) guide to delete the existing world folders, then start the server.",{"id":209,"article_path":210,"sort":84,"date_created":211,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":212},520,"upload-world","2026-06-09T13:03:34.000Z",[213],{"languages_code":91,"title":214,"title_short":215,"description":216,"content_md":217},"How to Upload an Existing World","Upload World","Upload an existing Minecraft world to your Host Havoc server by transferring world folders via FTP and updating the world name setting in Multicraft.","Uploading an existing world replaces your server's current terrain with one you have on your computer. Before uploading, [download a copy](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fdownload-world) of the current world if you want to keep it.\n\n> **Before you start:** Stop the server before uploading. Running a file transfer while the server is active can corrupt world data.\n\n## Upload the world folder\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel and click **Stop**.\n2. Click **Files** on the left side, then click **FTP File Access**.\n3. Connect using your [FTP client](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n4. If your uploaded world folder is named `world` and a `world` folder already exists on the server, delete the existing one first to avoid conflicts. See [reset your world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Freset-world) for deletion steps.\n5. Upload your world folder to the server's root directory.\n\n## Set the world name in Multicraft\n\n1. Return to the Minecraft panel overview page.\n2. Click **Show Advanced Options** at the bottom.\n3. In the **World** field, enter the exact name of the folder you uploaded.\n4. Click **Save**.\n\n   ![Multicraft Advanced Options panel showing the World field set to the uploaded folder name](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F15ec48ca-00c7-41e3-80bf-0e7ff0735359)\n\n## Start the server\n\n1. Click **Start**. The server loads the uploaded world.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n**World does not load.** Confirm the **World** field in Advanced Options matches the uploaded folder name exactly, including capitalisation.\n\n**Modded content missing.** World files that contain blocks or entities from mods will not work correctly if the server is not running the same mods. Install the required mods before starting the server with the uploaded world.\n\n![Example of correct world folder file structure uploaded via FTP](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F15aee16c-930f-4b80-a2b9-bf98fd61e203)",{"id":219,"article_path":220,"sort":84,"date_created":221,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":84,"translations":222},519,"download-world","2026-06-09T13:03:21.000Z",[223],{"languages_code":91,"title":224,"title_short":225,"description":226,"content_md":227},"How to Download a Copy of Your World","Download World","Download a copy of your Minecraft server world to your computer by transferring the world folders via FTP. Useful for local backups before making changes.","Downloading a copy of your Minecraft server world lets you keep a local backup before you [reset the world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Freset-world), switch maps, or make major changes.\n\n> **Before you start:** Stop the server before downloading. Active writes during the transfer can result in a corrupted or incomplete world copy.\n\n## Download the world folders\n\n1. Log into the Minecraft panel and click **Stop** to stop your server.\n2. Click **Files** on the left side, then click **FTP File Access**.\n3. Connect using your [FTP client](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n4. Locate the world folders in the root directory. The main world folder is named `world` by default. The Nether and End dimensions are stored in `world_nether` and `world_the_end`.\n5. Drag the folder(s) to a location on your computer to download them.\n\n**Note:** If you changed the world name in the control panel, the folder name will match the custom name you set, not `world`.\n\n## Verify the download\n\nOnce the transfer is complete, open the downloaded folder on your computer and confirm the files are present. A typical world folder contains `level.dat`, a `region` subfolder, and other data directories.\n\nTo restore this world later, follow the [upload world](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fupload-world) guide.",{"id":229,"article_path":230,"sort":84,"date_created":231,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":232,"translations":238},123,"connect-ftp","2026-06-09T03:49:49.000Z",{"id":15,"slug":233,"sort":82,"display_style":234,"translations":235},"getting-started","cards",[236],{"languages_code":91,"name":237},"Getting Started",[239],{"languages_code":91,"title":240,"title_short":241,"description":242,"content_md":243},"Connect to Your Minecraft Server via FTP","Connect via FTP","Learn how to connect to your Minecraft server using an FTP client like FileZilla to upload mods, plugins, worlds, and other files.","An FTP client gives you full access to your server's file system from your own computer. It is the recommended way to upload large modpacks, worlds, and plugins. This guide uses FileZilla, a free open-source client available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.\n\n> **Before you start:** Download [FileZilla Client](https:\u002F\u002Ffilezilla-project.org\u002Fdownload.php?show_all=1) and install it before following these steps.\n\n## Find your FTP credentials\n\n1. Log in to your [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n2. On the left-hand sidebar, click **Files**, then **FTP File Access**.\n3. Note down your **FTP Address** (host), **Port**, and **FTP Username**.\n   - The username typically appears as `youraccount.1234`.\n\n## Connect in FileZilla\n\n1. Open FileZilla.\n2. Enter the details in the Quickconnect bar at the top:\n   - **Host:** paste the FTP Address.\n   - **Username:** paste your FTP Username.\n   - **Password:** use the same password you use to log in to the Minecraft panel.\n   - **Port:** `21` (unless your panel shows a different port).\n3. Click **Quickconnect**.\n4. If prompted about an unknown certificate, check **Always trust this certificate** and click **OK**.\n\n   ![FileZilla credentials guide for Multicraft](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F7c95457f-4198-4a86-b1bf-91debcfe0ed7)\n\n## Transfer files\n\nOnce connected, your local files appear on the left panel and your server files on the right. Drag and drop files between the two panels to upload or download them.\n\n> **Tip:** Once inside your server directory you can navigate to folders like `\u002Fmods`, `\u002Fplugins`, or `\u002Fworld` to manage specific content. See our guide on [installing Forge](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Finstall-forge) if you need to upload a Forge modpack.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n| Problem | Solution |\n|---|---|\n| Connection timed out | Confirm the host address and port from the Minecraft panel. |\n| Authentication failed | Double-check your Multicraft password; reset it in the panel if needed. |\n| Certificate warning loop | Click **Always trust** to accept the self-signed certificate permanently. |",{"id":245,"article_path":246,"sort":84,"date_created":247,"date_updated":248,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":249,"translations":256},160,"install-simple-voice-chat","2026-06-09T03:51:48.000Z","2026-06-10T18:25:37.000Z",{"id":8,"slug":250,"sort":251,"display_style":252,"translations":253},"plugins-modpacks",50,"list",[254],{"languages_code":91,"name":255},"Plugins & Modpacks",[257],{"languages_code":91,"title":258,"title_short":259,"description":260,"content_md":261},"Install Simple Voice Chat on Your Minecraft Server","Install Simple Voice Chat","Install and configure the Simple Voice Chat mod or plugin on your Minecraft server. Covers Forge, Fabric, Bukkit, Spigot, and Paper server types.","Simple Voice Chat adds proximity voice chat to your Minecraft server. Installation differs slightly depending on your server type. The mod or plugin must also be installed on each player's client before they can use voice chat.\n\n> **Warning:** Players using Forge or Fabric must install the Simple Voice Chat mod on their client to connect to the server.\n\nBefore starting, make sure you can [connect to your server via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n\n## Install on Forge or Fabric\n\n1. Download the [Simple Voice Chat mod](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.curseforge.com\u002Fminecraft\u002Fmc-mods\u002Fsimple-voice-chat) from CurseForge. Select the file that matches your Minecraft version and server type (Forge or Fabric).\n2. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) and go to **Files** > **FTP File Access**.\n3. Open the `mods` folder. If it does not exist, create it.\n4. Click **Upload** and upload the Simple Voice Chat JAR.\n5. Start your server.\n\n## Install on Bukkit, Spigot, or Paper\n\n1. Download the [Simple Voice Chat plugin](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.curseforge.com\u002Fminecraft\u002Fbukkit-plugins\u002Fsimple-voice-chat\u002Ffiles\u002Fall) from CurseForge.\n2. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) and go to **Files** > **FTP File Access**.\n3. Open the `plugins` folder. If it does not exist, create it.\n4. Click **Upload** and upload the Simple Voice Chat plugin JAR.\n5. Start your server.\n\n## Configure the voice chat port\n\nSimple Voice Chat uses a separate UDP port for voice traffic. You must set this port to match your server's port.\n\n1. Stop the server.\n2. In the Minecraft panel, go to **Files** > **FTP File Access**.\n3. Open `server.properties` and set `enable-query` to `false`. Save the file.\n4. Navigate to the config folder:\n   - **Forge\u002FFabric:** `config\u002Fvoicechat\u002F`\n   - **Bukkit\u002FSpigot\u002FPaper:** `plugins\u002Fvoicechat\u002F`\n5. Open `voicechat-server.properties` and find the line `port=24454`. Replace `24454` with your server's port number.\n6. Save the file and start the server.\n\n> **Tip:** Your server's port number is shown on the server overview page in the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).",{"id":263,"article_path":264,"sort":84,"date_created":247,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":265,"translations":271},159,"install-fabric",{"id":39,"slug":266,"sort":267,"display_style":252,"translations":268},"mods",40,[269],{"languages_code":91,"name":270},"Mods & Maps",[272],{"languages_code":91,"title":273,"title_short":274,"description":275,"content_md":276},"Install Fabric on Your Minecraft Server","Install Fabric","Install the Fabric mod loader on your Minecraft server. Download the universal installer, prepare the server files, and select the correct JAR option in Multicraft.","Fabric is a lightweight mod loader for Minecraft that supports a wide range of versions. It uses a similar file-based install method to Forge. Before starting, [connect to your server via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n\n## Fabric JAR filename reference\n\n| Minecraft version | Rename `fabric-server-launch.jar` to |\n|---|---|\n| 1.0 - 1.11.2 | `custom-1112below.jar` |\n| 1.12 - 1.16.5 | `custom.jar` |\n| 1.17.x | `custom-java-16.jar` |\n| 1.18 - 1.20.4 | `custom-java-17.jar` |\n| 1.20.5+ | `custom-java-21.jar` |\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Visit the [Fabric download page](https:\u002F\u002Ffabricmc.net\u002Fuse\u002Finstaller\u002F) and click **Download universal jar**.\n\n   ![Fabric installer download page with Download universal jar button highlighted](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F2e0d2aff-e7a3-4126-897b-4c137f74474e)\n\n2. Run the installer JAR and select the **Server** tab.\n\n   ![Fabric installer showing the Server tab selected](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F3b6b3679-9251-4ac0-b749-5b1484580594)\n\n3. Set the **Minecraft Version** and **Loader Version** you want to use.\n4. Set the **Install Location** to a local folder, then click **Install**.\n5. When the **Server successfully installed** window appears, click **Download server jar**, then click **Done** and close the installer.\n\n   ![Fabric installer Server successfully installed confirmation with Download server jar button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F1829a227-18a7-4204-8a25-963bd71e1f55)\n\n6. In the installation folder, find `fabric-server-launch.jar` and rename it using the table above based on your Minecraft version.\n\n   ![File Explorer showing fabric-server-launch.jar renamed according to the Minecraft version](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F6da40190-f8da-4e59-a542-7eb977a0d91b)\n\n7. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload all Fabric server files (the renamed JAR, `libraries` folder, and `server.jar`) to the root directory of your Minecraft server.\n8. In the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F), find the **JAR File** option and select the option that matches your Fabric version (the same options used for custom JARs).\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR File dropdown showing Fabric-compatible JAR option selected](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F2721c73e-6371-4963-bdf8-a6716fb91fc2)\n\n9. Click **Save** and start your server.\n\n> **Tip:** Fabric mods go in the `\u002Fmods` folder on your server, just like Forge mods. See our guide on [connecting via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) to upload them.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n| Problem | Solution |\n|---|---|\n| Server does not start | Confirm the renamed JAR matches the filename in the reference table exactly. |\n| Mods not loading | Ensure mods are placed in the `\u002Fmods` folder and are Fabric-compatible. |\n| Version mismatch | The Fabric Loader version and Minecraft version must be compatible; check the Fabric website. |",{"id":278,"article_path":279,"sort":84,"date_created":247,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":280,"translations":283},158,"install-neoforge",{"id":39,"slug":266,"sort":267,"display_style":252,"translations":281},[282],{"languages_code":91,"name":270},[284],{"languages_code":91,"title":285,"title_short":286,"description":287,"content_md":288},"How to Set Up a NeoForge 1.21 Minecraft Server","Install NeoForge","Install NeoForge on your Minecraft 1.21.x server at Host Havoc. Download the installer, prepare the libraries folder, and select the correct JAR option in Multicraft.","NeoForge is a community-maintained fork of Forge that supports Minecraft 1.21.x and newer. It uses the same `libraries`-based install method as modern Forge. Before starting, [connect to your server via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n\n> **Note:** NeoForge mods are distinct from Forge mods. Make sure the mods you want to use list NeoForge as a supported loader before proceeding.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Visit the [NeoForge download page](https:\u002F\u002Fprojects.neoforged.net\u002Fneoforged\u002Fneoforge) and download your preferred version.\n\n   ![NeoForge download page showing available versions](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F93bc5ae0-66e8-4534-889e-62975cb48bb5)\n\n2. Run the installer JAR. Select **Install server** and check the **Server starter jar** box.\n\n   ![NeoForge installer with Install server selected and Server starter jar checkbox checked](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fafc778d9-e0c1-4546-9d47-fcced88c0259)\n\n3. Choose a local folder for the installation files, then click **Proceed**.\n\n   ![NeoForge installer folder selection screen with Proceed button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fe5dc35bc-a4ba-48bc-9882-6bfb49b492d3)\n\n4. After installation completes, navigate to `\u002Flibraries\u002Fnet\u002Fneoforged\u002Fneoforge\u002F[NeoForgeVersion]\u002F` inside the installation folder.\n5. Copy `unix_args.txt` from that subfolder and paste it into the `libraries` folder (one level up).\n\n   ![File Explorer showing unix_args.txt being copied into the libraries folder for NeoForge](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fe8652d40-c1f7-4ca0-be5e-1610b326b45f)\n\n6. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload the `libraries` folder and `server.jar` to the root directory of your Minecraft server.\n7. In the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F), find the **JAR File** option and select **Forge for Java 21+**.\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR File dropdown with Forge for Java 21+ selected for NeoForge](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fc8c3c1b3-9346-4ee0-9604-9a88aac17448)\n\n8. Click **Save** and restart your server.\n\n> **Tip:** If you want to use Forge instead of NeoForge, see our guide on [installing Forge](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Finstall-forge) for the version-specific steps.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n| Problem | Solution |\n|---|---|\n| Server fails to start | Confirm `unix_args.txt` is in the `libraries` folder (not the version subfolder). |\n| Mods not loading | Make sure all mods are placed in the `\u002Fmods` folder and are compatible with your NeoForge version. |\n| Wrong JAR selected | NeoForge 1.21.x uses the **Forge for Java 21+** option in Multicraft. |",{"id":290,"article_path":291,"sort":84,"date_created":292,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":293,"translations":299},146,"upload-custom-jar","2026-06-09T03:51:08.000Z",{"id":27,"slug":294,"sort":295,"display_style":252,"translations":296},"configuration",20,[297],{"languages_code":91,"name":298},"Configuration",[300],{"languages_code":91,"title":301,"title_short":302,"description":303,"content_md":304},"Upload a Custom JAR File to Your Minecraft Server","Upload Custom JAR","Upload and configure a custom Minecraft server JAR for any version. Includes the correct filename and Multicraft JAR option for each Java version group.","Host Havoc lets you run any custom Minecraft server JAR on your server. You need to rename the JAR to the correct filename for your Java version and select the matching option in the Minecraft panel.\n\nBefore starting, [connect to your server via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n\n## Version and filename reference table\n\n| Minecraft version | Java version | Required filename | Multicraft JAR option |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| 1.1 - 1.11.2 | Java 8 | `custom-1112below.jar` | Custom Jar File (MC 1.11.2 and Below) |\n| 1.12.X - 1.16.5 | Java 8 | `custom.jar` | Custom Jar File (MC 1.12 to 1.16x) |\n| 1.17 - 1.17.1 | Java 16 | `custom-java-16.jar` | Custom JAR File for Java 16 |\n| 1.18 - 1.20.4 | Java 17 | `custom-java-17.jar` | Custom JAR File (Minecraft 1.18.X and above) |\n| 1.20.5 - 1.20.X | Java 21 | `custom-java-21.jar` | Custom JAR File (Minecraft 1.20.5 and above) |\n| 1.26+ | Java 25 | `custom-java-25.jar` | Custom JAR File (Minecraft 1.26 and above) |\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Download the JAR file you want to run (for example, a Paper, Purpur, or other server JAR).\n2. Rename the JAR to the filename shown in the table above for your version.\n3. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload the renamed JAR to the root (base) directory of your server.\n4. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) and open your server settings.\n5. Find the **JAR File** setting and select the option from the table that matches your version.\n6. Click **Save** and restart your server.\n\n> **Note:** For Minecraft 1.17 and newer, selecting the wrong JAR option will cause the server to fail to start because each option runs a different Java version. Always match the Multicraft option to your Minecraft version using the table above.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n| Problem | Solution |\n|---|---|\n| Server fails to start | Confirm the JAR filename matches the table exactly, including the `.jar` extension. |\n| Wrong Java version error | Re-check the table and update the **JAR File** selection in Multicraft. |\n| File not found error | Ensure you uploaded the JAR to the root directory, not a subdirectory. |",{"id":306,"article_path":307,"sort":84,"date_created":292,"date_updated":308,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":309,"translations":312},145,"install-forge","2026-06-10T18:25:20.000Z",{"id":39,"slug":266,"sort":267,"display_style":252,"translations":310},[311],{"languages_code":91,"name":270},[313],{"languages_code":91,"title":314,"title_short":315,"description":316,"content_md":317},"Install Forge on Your Minecraft Server","Install Forge","Install Minecraft Forge on your Host Havoc server across all supported Java versions (Java 8 through Java 21). Includes a version and Java reference table.","Forge is a mod loader that lets you run Forge-compatible mods on your Minecraft server. The installation steps differ depending on which Minecraft version you are running. Use the reference table below to identify your version group, then follow the matching steps.\n\nBefore starting, [connect to your server via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) so you are ready to upload files.\n\n## Version and Java reference table\n\n| Minecraft version | Java version | JAR filename | Multicraft JAR option |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| 1.1 - 1.11.2 | Java 8 | `custom-1112below.jar` | Custom Jar File (MC 1.11.2 and Below) |\n| 1.12.X - 1.16.5 | Java 8 | `custom.jar` | Custom Jar File (MC 1.12 to 1.16x) |\n| 1.17 - 1.17.1 | Java 16 | (libraries folder) | Forge for Java 16+ |\n| 1.18 - 1.20.5 | Java 17 | (libraries folder) | Forge for Java 17+ |\n| 1.20.6 - 1.21.x | Java 21 | (libraries folder + shim) | Forge for Java 21+ |\n\n## Forge for Minecraft 1.1 - 1.16.5 (Java 8)\n\n1. Visit the [Forge download page](https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.minecraftforge.net\u002F) and download the **Installer** for your target version.\n2. Run the installer JAR and select **Install server**. Choose a local folder for the files and click **OK**.\n\n   ![Forge installer showing Install server option selected with folder path and OK button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F5c6d84a9-94cc-4a1f-9bf4-7d5ece4b8024)\n\n3. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload all contents from the local installation folder to your server's root directory.\n\n   ![Windows Explorer showing the Forge installation folder contents ready to upload](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fbce50a6a-6b35-4194-8861-1c2ecf609703)\n\n4. Rename the Forge JAR:\n   - Minecraft 1.12.X - 1.16.X: rename to `custom.jar`\n   - Minecraft 1.11.2 and below: rename to `custom-1112below.jar`\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR File dropdown showing Custom Jar File options for different MC versions](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F9dd5f4fa-cae5-4628-8a4c-bf292d8474da)\n\n5. In the Minecraft panel, find **JAR File** and select **Custom Jar File (MC 1.12 to 1.16x)** or **Custom Jar File (MC 1.11.2 and Below)** as appropriate.\n6. Click **Save** and restart your server.\n\n## Forge for Minecraft 1.17 - 1.17.1 (Java 16)\n\n1. Visit the [Forge 1.17.1 download page](https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.minecraftforge.net\u002Fnet\u002Fminecraftforge\u002Fforge\u002Findex_1.17.1.html) and download the **Installer**.\n2. Run the installer and select **Install server**. Choose a local folder and click **OK**.\n\n   ![Forge 1.17 installer showing Install server option with folder selection and OK button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fd8a47aae-45d2-4c9e-b17c-cf35a9748a46)\n\n3. In the installation folder, navigate to `\u002Flibraries\u002Fnet\u002Fminecraftforge\u002Fforge\u002F[ForgeVersion]\u002F`.\n4. Copy `unix_args.txt` from that subfolder and paste it into the `libraries` folder (one level up).\n\n   ![File Explorer showing unix_args.txt being copied from the ForgeVersion subfolder into the libraries folder](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F21c4fdac-6ff9-42ed-9162-c872002f5a83)\n\n5. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload the entire `libraries` folder to your server's root directory.\n6. In the Minecraft panel, find **JAR File** and select **Forge for Java 16+**.\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR File dropdown with Forge for Java 16+ selected](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F3db4888e-3461-48d8-bec3-76e7365daa27)\n\n7. Click **Save** and restart your server.\n\n## Forge for Minecraft 1.18 - 1.20.5 (Java 17)\n\n1. Visit the [Forge download page](https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.minecraftforge.net\u002F) and download the **Installer** for your target version.\n2. Run the installer and select **Install server**. Choose a local folder and click **OK**.\n\n   ![Forge 1.18+ installer showing Install server option with folder selection and OK button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F85d63097-5020-4f86-a9bd-1f4ea3764d30)\n\n3. In the installation folder, navigate to `\u002Flibraries\u002Fnet\u002Fminecraftforge\u002Fforge\u002F[ForgeVersion]\u002F`.\n4. Copy `unix_args.txt` and paste it into the `libraries` folder.\n\n   ![File Explorer showing unix_args.txt being copied into the libraries folder for Forge 1.18](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F28a7c81a-f759-482c-b7b7-55513bdaeb87)\n\n5. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload the `libraries` folder to your server's root directory.\n\n   > **Note:** If you are running Forge 1.20.3 - 1.20.5, also upload the `forge-1.2X-X.X.X-shim.jar` file to the root directory.\n\n6. In the Minecraft panel, find **JAR File** and select **Forge for Java 17+**.\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR File dropdown with Forge for Java 17+ selected](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fc34fb9f9-a47e-485c-b1ce-29dc9788d695)\n\n7. Click **Save** and restart your server.\n\n## Forge for Minecraft 1.20.6 - 1.21.x (Java 21)\n\n1. Visit the [Forge download page](https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.minecraftforge.net\u002F) and download the **Installer** for your target version.\n2. Run the installer and select **Install server**. Choose a local folder and click **OK**.\n\n   ![Forge 1.20.6+ installer showing Install server option with folder selection and OK button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fed678cd4-312b-47a4-aca9-b143d953769f)\n\n3. In the installation folder, navigate to `\u002Flibraries\u002Fnet\u002Fminecraftforge\u002Fforge\u002F[ForgeVersion]\u002F`.\n4. Copy `unix_args.txt` and paste it into the `libraries` folder.\n\n   ![File Explorer showing unix_args.txt being copied into the libraries folder for Forge 1.20.6](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fedf7199e-fcc8-4ae6-b860-d01d5a63752c)\n\n5. [Connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) and upload the `libraries` folder to your server's root directory.\n6. Also upload the `forge-1.2X-X.X.X-shim.jar` file to the root directory.\n7. In the Minecraft panel, find **JAR File** and select **Forge for Java 21+**.\n\n   ![Multicraft JAR File dropdown with Forge for Java 21+ selected](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002Fc8c3c1b3-9346-4ee0-9604-9a88aac17448)\n\n8. Click **Save** and restart your server.\n\n## Troubleshooting\n\n| Problem | Solution |\n|---|---|\n| Server fails to start after install | Confirm the correct JAR option is selected in Multicraft for your version group. |\n| Mods not loading | Ensure mod files are in the `\u002Fmods` folder and compatible with your Forge version. |\n| Wrong Java version error | Cross-check the version table above and re-select the JAR option in Multicraft. |",{"id":319,"article_path":320,"sort":84,"date_created":321,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":322,"translations":328},134,"server-rules-template","2026-06-09T03:50:28.000Z",{"id":75,"slug":323,"sort":324,"display_style":252,"translations":325},"general",99,[326],{"languages_code":91,"name":327},"General",[329],{"languages_code":91,"title":330,"title_short":331,"description":332,"content_md":333},"Minecraft Server Rules Template","Server Rules Template","A ready-to-use Minecraft server rules template covering chat, building, griefing, PVP, and staff conduct. Copy, paste, and customize for your community.","Clear rules help maintain order and keep your server a fair environment for everyone. Copy the template below into a text editor, remove any sections that do not apply, and post it where your community gathers.\n\nFor instructions on setting up the server itself, see our guide on [joining your server](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fjoin-server).\n\n## Template\n\n### General Rules\n\n1. **Respect all players** - Treat others with kindness. Harassment, hate speech, and toxic behaviour are not tolerated.\n2. **No cheating or hacking** - Mods, hacks, or exploits that provide an unfair advantage (X-ray, fly hacks, etc.) are prohibited.\n3. **No griefing** - Do not destroy or alter another player's builds without their permission.\n4. **No stealing** - Do not take items from other players' chests or inventories without consent.\n5. **Keep chat civil** - No excessive swearing, spamming, advertising, or inappropriate discussions.\n\n### Building and Gameplay\n\n1. **Respect protected builds** - Do not build directly adjacent to another player's structure without asking.\n2. **No unfair traps or kill farming** - Traps designed to kill players unfairly or farm kills are not allowed.\n3. **Follow PVP rules** - Only engage in PVP with mutual consent unless the server is configured otherwise.\n4. **No lag-causing builds** - Avoid redstone contraptions or farms that significantly degrade server performance.\n5. **No AFK farming** - Automated methods that bypass gameplay mechanics are not permitted.\n\n### Server Economy (if applicable)\n\n1. **No scamming** - Be honest in trades and marketplace transactions.\n2. **No item duplication** - Exploiting the economy or duplicating items is forbidden.\n\n### Staff and Moderation\n\n1. **Follow staff instructions** - Admin and moderator decisions are final.\n2. **No staff impersonation** - Do not pretend to be an admin or moderator.\n3. **Report issues properly** - If you find a bug, report it instead of abusing it.\n\n### Miscellaneous\n\n1. **No advertising** - Do not promote other servers, websites, or products.\n2. **No real-world transactions** - Selling in-game items for real money is not allowed.\n3. **Respect the community** - Help maintain a friendly environment for all players.\n\n**Breaking the rules may result in warnings, temporary bans, or permanent bans depending on severity.**\n\n## Where to post your rules\n\n| Location | Method |\n|---|---|\n| Discord | Create a dedicated `#rules` channel and pin the message. |\n| Website or forum | Add a dedicated Rules page or pinned thread. |\n| In-game | Post signs at spawn or use the `\u002Frules` command via a plugin such as EssentialsX. |\n| Server listing | Include the rules in your server description on listing sites. |\n| Shared doc | Use a Google Doc or Notion page and share the link in-game and on Discord. |",{"id":335,"article_path":336,"sort":84,"date_created":321,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":337,"translations":343},133,"reset-server",{"id":71,"slug":338,"sort":339,"display_style":252,"translations":340},"troubleshooting",60,[341],{"languages_code":91,"name":342},"Troubleshooting",[344],{"languages_code":91,"title":345,"title_short":346,"description":347,"content_md":348},"Reset Your Minecraft Server to Default","Reset Server","How to reset your Minecraft server back to a clean default state by deleting all server files through the Multicraft Files Setup panel.","Resetting your server deletes all files including worlds, mods, plugins, and backups and returns it to a clean state. Use this when you want to start fresh or switch to a different server type.\n\n> **Warning:** This action cannot be undone. Download any world or config backups you want to keep [via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) before proceeding.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) and open your server.\n2. Click **Stop** to stop the server.\n3. In the left-hand menu, click **Files**, then **Setup**.\n\n   ![Multicraft Files and Setup menu options in the left-hand navigation](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F013f1ae3-196f-41eb-b115-41aac5ffa36f)\n\n4. From the **Template** dropdown, select **Clear Mod directories and Plugins**.\n5. Enable the **Delete All Server Files** option.\n6. Enter your Minecraft panel password in the **Password** field.\n7. Click **Apply**.\n\n   ![Delete All Server Files option enabled with Password field and Apply button](https:\u002F\u002Fcontent.hosthavoc.com\u002Fassets\u002F5580ff8d-f8c6-45ad-82ef-df35930c08da)\n\nThe next time the server starts, all files will be deleted including any backups. The server will generate a fresh set of default files on first start.\n\n> **Note:** After resetting, select your desired server type (Vanilla, Forge, Fabric, etc.) in the **JAR File** dropdown before starting. See our guide on [connecting via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp) if you need to re-upload a modpack or world.",{"id":350,"article_path":351,"sort":84,"date_created":321,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":352,"translations":355},132,"update-server",{"id":27,"slug":294,"sort":295,"display_style":252,"translations":353},[354],{"languages_code":91,"name":298},[356],{"languages_code":91,"title":357,"title_short":358,"description":359,"content_md":360},"Manually Update Your Minecraft Server","Update Server","How to manually update your Minecraft server to a new version by downloading the JAR and uploading it via FTP.","When a new Minecraft version is released, you can update your server by uploading the new server JAR and pointing Multicraft to it. Stop the server before making any changes.\n\n> **Before you start:** Back up your world files before updating. Updating to a newer version may change world generation and is not easily reversible.\n\n## Download the new server JAR\n\n1. Open [https:\u002F\u002Fmcversions.net\u002F](https:\u002F\u002Fmcversions.net\u002F) in your browser.\n2. Find the version you want to run and download the **server JAR** for that version.\n\n## Upload the JAR via FTP\n\n1. [Connect to your server via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n2. Upload the downloaded JAR file to the root directory of your server.\n\n## Select the JAR in Multicraft\n\n1. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n2. Open your server settings and find the **JAR File** option.\n3. In the dropdown, remove **Custom Jar** if it is selected, then type the exact filename of the JAR you uploaded into the text field.\n4. Click **Save** and accept the EULA when prompted.\n5. Start your server.\n\n> **Note:** If you are updating to Minecraft 1.17 or newer, you must use a version-specific custom JAR to match the correct Java version. See our guide on [uploading a custom JAR](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fupload-custom-jar) for details on renaming and selecting the right JAR option.",{"id":362,"article_path":363,"sort":84,"date_created":231,"date_updated":84,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":364,"translations":367},126,"add-subusers",{"id":27,"slug":294,"sort":295,"display_style":252,"translations":365},[366],{"languages_code":91,"name":298},[368],{"languages_code":91,"title":369,"title_short":370,"description":371,"content_md":372},"Add Sub-Users to Your Minecraft Multicraft Panel","Add Sub-Users","Grant other players access to your Multicraft control panel so they can manage your Minecraft server from their own account.","Sub-users let friends or co-admins manage your Minecraft server through the Minecraft panel without sharing your own credentials. Each sub-user needs their own Multicraft account.\n\nTo get started, make sure you can [join your server](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fjoin-server) and that you are logged in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) as the server owner.\n\n## Create a Multicraft account for the sub-user\n\n1. Go to the [registration page](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002Findex.php?r=site\u002Fregister) while logged out.\n2. Complete the form with the sub-user's desired username, password, and email address, then click **Register**.\n\n## Assign the sub-user to your server\n\n1. Log in to the Minecraft panel with your own account.\n2. Open the server you want to share.\n3. In the left-hand menu, expand **Advanced** and click **Users**.\n4. In the **Username** field, type the sub-user's Multicraft username and press **Enter**. The account will appear with a role selector.\n5. Select the role you want to assign. **Administrator** gives full control.\n6. Click **Save** to apply the role.\n\n## Set server visibility\n\n1. On the server's main index page in Multicraft, scroll down to **Show Permissions**.\n2. Set **Server Visibility** to **Users with Roles only** or **By Default Role**. This ensures the sub-user can see the server when they log in.\n\n> **Note:** The sub-user must register their own account at the Minecraft panel before you can assign them. Once assigned, they log in at [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) with their own credentials.",{"id":374,"article_path":375,"sort":84,"date_created":231,"date_updated":376,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":377,"translations":380},125,"add-server-operators","2026-06-10T18:25:12.000Z",{"id":27,"slug":294,"sort":295,"display_style":252,"translations":378},[379],{"languages_code":91,"name":298},[381],{"languages_code":91,"title":382,"title_short":383,"description":384,"content_md":385},"Add Operators (OPs) to Your Minecraft Server","Add Operators","Two methods to grant operator (OP) status on your Minecraft server: via the Multicraft console or by editing operators.json over FTP.","Operators have elevated permissions on your Minecraft server, such as running commands and managing other players. There are two ways to add an OP: through the Multicraft console (instant, no restart) or by editing the `operators.json` file directly.\n\nBefore granting OP access, make sure you can [join your server](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fjoin-server).\n\n## Method 1: Multicraft console (recommended)\n\n1. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n2. Open your server and click **Console** in the left-hand menu.\n3. In the command input box at the bottom, type:\n   ```\n   op YourMinecraftUsername\n   ```\n4. Press **Enter**. The player is immediately granted OP status with no server restart required.\n\n## Method 2: Edit operators.json via FTP\n\n1. Log in to the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F) and [connect via FTP](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fconnect-ftp).\n2. In the Minecraft panel, click **Files** > **Config Files** and open `operators.json`.\n3. Edit the file to add each operator. The format is:\n\n   ```json\n   [\n     {\n       \"uuid\": \"your-uuid-here\",\n       \"name\": \"minecraftusername1\",\n       \"level\": 4\n     },\n     {\n       \"uuid\": \"another-uuid-here\",\n       \"name\": \"minecraftusername2\",\n       \"level\": 4\n     }\n   ]\n   ```\n\n4. Save the file and restart the server.\n\n### Permission levels\n\n| Level | Role | Description |\n|---|---|---|\n| 1 | Moderator | Can bypass spawn protection. |\n| 2 | Gamemaster | Can use most commands and command blocks. |\n| 3 | Admin | Can use multiplayer management commands. |\n| 4 | Owner | Can use all commands, including server management. |\n\n> **Note:** To find a player's UUID, use the Mojang API: `https:\u002F\u002Fapi.mojang.com\u002Fusers\u002Fprofiles\u002Fminecraft\u002FUSERNAME` (replace `USERNAME` with the player's Minecraft name).",{"id":387,"article_path":388,"sort":84,"date_created":231,"date_updated":389,"author_name":100,"featured_image":84,"subcategory":390,"translations":393},124,"join-server","2026-06-10T18:25:02.000Z",{"id":15,"slug":233,"sort":82,"display_style":234,"translations":391},[392],{"languages_code":91,"name":237},[394],{"languages_code":91,"title":395,"title_short":396,"description":397,"content_md":398},"Join Your Minecraft Java Edition Server","Join Your Server","Step-by-step instructions for joining your Minecraft Java Edition server using the in-game multiplayer menu.","Once your server is running, you can connect to it directly from the Minecraft Launcher. Your server's IP address and port are shown in the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n\n> **Before you start:** Make sure your server is online and that your Minecraft client version matches the server version.\n\n## Open Minecraft\n\n1. Launch the **Minecraft Launcher**.\n2. Select **Minecraft Java Edition**.\n3. Choose the version that matches your server, then click **Play**.\n\n## Add your server\n\n1. On the main menu, click **Multiplayer**.\n2. Click **Add Server**.\n3. Enter a name for the server in the **Server Name** field.\n4. Enter your server's IP and port in the **Server Address** field, formatted as `IP:Port` (for example, `192.101.54.22:25565`).\n   - Find your IP and port on your server's overview page in the [Minecraft panel](https:\u002F\u002Fminecraft.hosthavoc.com\u002F).\n5. Click **Done**.\n\n## Connect\n\n1. Select your server from the list.\n2. Click **Join Server**.\n\n> **Tip:** If you do not know your server's IP and port, log in to the Minecraft panel and check the server overview page. Need to become an admin once you are in? See our guide on [adding server operators](\u002Fwiki\u002Fgame-servers\u002Fminecraft\u002Fadd-server-operators)."]