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How to Join a Minecraft Server

Connect to your Minecraft server on Java or Bedrock Edition.

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Find Your Server IP

You need your server’s IP address (numbers like 104.167.215.1) or subdomain (like test.berrybyte.net) to connect.
  1. Go to the berrybyte game panel
  2. Find the IP:port or subdomain below your server name
  1. Click the highlighted area to copy the IP

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Joining on Java Edition

  1. Launch Minecraft
  2. Click Multiplayer
  3. Click Add Server
  4. Enter a name and your server’s IP:port
  5. Click the server from your list to join
Tip: You can also use Direct Connection to connect without adding the server first.

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Joining on Bedrock Edition

  1. Launch Minecraft and click Play
  2. Go to the Servers tab
  3. Scroll down and click Add Server
  4. Enter the Server Name, Server Address, and Port, then click Save
  5. Select your server and click Join Server
Wait a few seconds for the connection to establish.

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Common Issues

Connection timed out
  • Server may be offline or firewall blocking connection
  • Check server status in control panel and verify IP is correct
Can’t resolve hostname
  • DNS issues or wrong server address
  • Try using the numeric IP instead of subdomain
Outdated client/server
  • Version mismatch between client and server
  • Make sure your Minecraft version matches the server
Bedrock players can’t join Java server
  • Different editions aren’t compatible by default
  • Install the Geyser plugin for cross-platform play
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