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Minecraft Server Properties Creator

Configure your Minecraft server with this interactive tool. Customize all server.properties settings and download a ready-to-use configuration file.

allow-flight

Allow flight on the server.

difficulty

Sets the difficulty for the server.

enable-command-block

Allow access to command blocks.

force-gamemode

Forces everyone into the game mode every time they log on.

gamemode

Sets the default game mode on the server.

hardcore

Enables hardcore mode. Players are set to spectator mode if they die.

player-idle-timeout

Defines the time (in minutes) before a player is kicked for being idle.

pvp

Toggles PvP on the server. If enabled, players can kill each other.

view-distance

Sets the server-side viewing distance in chunks.

allow-nether

Allow the nether dimension.

simulation-distance

Sets the maximum distance from players that living entities may be updated, measured in chunks.

spawn-animals

Defines whether animals can spawn.

spawn-monsters

Defines whether monsters can spawn.

spawn-npcs

Defines whether villagers can spawn.

spawn-protection

Determines the spawn protection radius. Set to 0 to disable.

enable-status

Makes the server appear as online on the server list.

enforce-secure-profile

Players without a Mojang-signed public key cannot connect.

hide-online-players

Does not show a player list on status requests.

max-players

Sets the maximum amount of players allowed on the server.

motd

Sets the MOTD shown in the server list.

online-mode

Checks connecting players against Mojang account database.

prevent-proxy-connections

Kicks players if their ISP differs from Mojang's authentication server.

server-ip

The IP address to bind to. Leave empty for all interfaces.

server-port

The port the server will listen on.

Frequently Asked Questions

The server.properties file is a configuration file used in Minecraft server setups. It contains various settings and options that allow server administrators to customize the gameplay experience, including world settings, difficulty, and more.
The server.properties file is crucial because it allows server administrators to fine-tune the server's behavior to meet their specific needs. It controls essential aspects of the game, such as player permissions, world generation, and game rules.
Download the server.properties file and place it in your Minecraft server's root directory (where server.jar is located). If a server.properties file already exists, either replace it or edit the existing one with your new settings. Restart your server for changes to take effect.
Most settings have sensible defaults. If you leave a text field empty, Minecraft will use its default value. For optional settings like server-ip or level-seed, an empty value is often the correct choice (all interfaces or random seed).
Using a Server.properties Creator Tool can be helpful for beginners or those who prefer a simplified setup process. It ensures all settings are properly formatted and provides helpful descriptions for each option. Experienced administrators may prefer manual editing for more control.