Minecraft Guidance

Some guides for setting up your Minecraft server.

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World Incompatibility Errors When Changing Server VersionFix world incompatibility errors caused by switching to a newer or older Minecraft server version.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Fix "Outdated Server/Client" ErrorFix the outdated server/client error by matching your client version to your server or using ViaVersion.Sep 16, 2026Read
Server ConfigurationLearn how to manage common Minecraft server settings on BaoHost.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to add Bedrock AddonsSep 16, 2026Read
How to Change Your Server VersionSwitch your server to a different Minecraft version using the Options tab in your panel.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Import & Export Minecraft Worlds (Java & Bedrock)Sep 16, 2026Read
How to install Geyser + Floodgate (Crossplay)Set up crossplay so Bedrock players can join your Java server using Geyser and FloodgateSep 16, 2026Read
How to Enable Beta APIs and Experimental Features on BedrockEnable Beta APIs and experimental features on your Bedrock server by uploading a pre-configured world.Sep 16, 2026Read
How To Give Operator (OP) PermissionsGrant or remove operator permissions on your Java or Bedrock server using the console.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Change the World SeedSet a specific world seed in server.properties to control how your new world generates.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Fix "Failed to Verify Username" ErrorFix the "Failed to Verify Username" error caused by Mojang authentication issues, unstable connections, or firewall blocks.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Create and Manage Minecraft Server BackupsThis guide explains everything that you need to know on how to back up your Minecraft server to excluding unnecessary files to save space, scheduling automatic backups, and restoring your server if anything goes wrong.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Disable the Locator Bar / Player WaypointsDisable the locator bar and player waypoints on your Java or Bedrock server using a gamerule command.Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Whitelist/Allowlist Players (Bedrock & Java)Restrict your server to approved players using the whitelist (Java) or allowlist (Bedrock).Sep 16, 2026Read
How to Reset Your WorldDelete your world folder or reinstall your server for a completely fresh start.Sep 15, 2026Read
How to Set Up Simple Voice ChatAdd proximity voice chat to your server using the Simple Voice Chat mod on Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Paper, Spigot, or Purpur.Sep 15, 2026Read
How to OP Offline PlayersGrant operator access to offline players by manually editing the operator file on Java or Bedrock servers.Sep 15, 2026Read
How to Add a Minecraft Server IconThis guide teaches you how to format, rename, and upload a server-icon.png file to your BaoHost root directory to customize your server's appearance in the multiplayer list.Sep 15, 2026Read
How to Enable Cheats on BedrockEnable cheat commands on your Bedrock server by setting allow-cheats to true in server.properties.Sep 15, 2026Read
Creating and Managing Server SchedulesSep 15, 2026Read
Geyser and Simple Voice Chat IncompatibilityFix port conflicts between GeyserMC and Simple Voice Chat by assigning Simple VC to your secondary port allocation.Sep 15, 2026Read
How to Set Up Permissions with LuckPermsUse the LuckPerms web editor to create groups, assign permissions, and manage players on your server.Sep 13, 2026Read
Exit Code 143Sep 13, 2026Read
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