Want to know how to set up a Minecraft server with your friends? Here's all you need to know with step-by-step instructions.

This article is a guide on how to setup a Java Edition server on a PC. Read: How to start a Minecraft 1.16.5 Server (Windows 2021) Chart New Territories with the ultimate Minecraft Seed Generator!

Unlike previous versions, Minecraft server software now relies on the latest version of Java (Java 16) in order to function correctly.

Once you've gotten Minecraft Java and the latest version of Java, you can get started on that server. For simplicity’s sake, you should create a folder for all your files.

Minecraft Bedrock is a popular option thanks to it supporting cross-play via many different consoles and devices, so you can ...

For those using Minecraft’s Java Edition, you’ll need to purchase a Realm from the Minecraft website. Keep in mind that Bedrock Edition players cannot play on the same servers as Java players.