Shared IP Vs Devoted IP Vs Sub-Area

Since Minecraft servers aren't publicly listed, you might want to know the Server Deal with of your server in order to hook up with it. There are 4 types of server addresses you should utilize when connecting to your Minecraft server. Whereas some of these sorts could not apply to each server, you can use what you be taught right here to tell apart the difference and resolve on which you want to make use of when setting up your server.

Shared IP Deal with (168.187.13.57:26879)

This is the most common server tackle that you will note. It combines each a numerical IP in addition to a port quantity so as to connect to a server.

This enables your server to be unique, but it can be tough to recollect the address without writing it down.

2. Devoted IP Handle (168.187.13.57)

Alternatively, you can decide to connect with your server using a Dedicated IP. Unlike a Shared IP Tackle, a devoted IP is unique to your server and allows you to hook up with your server without having to enter in a port quantity, which makes it easier to remember.

You too can use a devoted IP to point a domain you personal and then use that to connect to your server. Apex Hosting affords devoted IPs for select servers at a base price of $4/mo in addition to your server plan. Above is an example of what your input may seem like.

3. Area (yourdomain.com)

In case your server is utilizing a Devoted IP, you possibly can then use it to point to a website you own. Domains are server addresses that are not solely easier to remember, but faster to enter in when connecting to a server. Typical domains are formatted like apexminecraft.com or google.com. You'll be able to buy a website from a DNS supplier like GoDaddy or Google. You may discover a information on doing this right here.

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4. Sub-domain (play.yourdomain.com)

Much like a site, a subdomain can be utilized to connect to your server using a URL address that is easier to recollect and faster to enter than an IP tackle. In contrast to a domain, you do not need a Dedicated IP in order to make use of a Sub-domain, but will still need to personal a site.

In the event you want not to purchase and handle your own domain, Apex Internet hosting offers free sub-domains along with your server in the next format; yourchoice.apexmc.co. You possibly can create an Apex sub-domain right here.

Note:

Setting up a domain or Sub-domain to point to your server shouldn't be an on the spot course of. Depending on the TTL (Time To Stay), it will possibly take anyplace from 30 minutes to 1 hour to propagate if setup correctly.