MZForgeMinecraft server manager
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Start your Minecraft server

From Start Server to Online, and how to stop without losing progress.

  1. Step 1 of 5

    Press Start Server

    Open your server and press Start Server on Server Home.

    Server Home for Weekend World with the Start Server button highlighted.
    Real MZForge screen · example data
  2. Step 2 of 5

    Watch the startup steps

    MZForge shows each step: Server files, Java, Minecraft, Public address, Ready. The first start downloads files, so it takes a little longer — usually 20 seconds to a minute.

    The startup card with Server files and Java done and Minecraft starting.
    Real MZForge screen · example data
  3. Step 3 of 5

    Online!

    When the status says Online, your address appears on Server Home. On Paper and Purpur the first start also asks you to connect Playit — see the next guide.

    Server Home showing Online with the public address and a Copy button.
    Real MZForge screen · example data
  4. Step 4 of 5

    Use the console if you need it

    The Console shows what Minecraft is doing. You don't need it for normal play; quick buttons cover common commands.

    The Console with server output and quick command buttons.
    Real MZForge screen · example data
  5. Step 5 of 5

    Stop safely

    Press Stop (or use the status menu) and wait until it says Offline, so Minecraft can save the world. Don't force-close Java or switch off the PC mid-save.

    The status menu open with Stop highlighted.
    Real MZForge screen · example data

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