Server Owner Guide
Everything you need to know about listing your Minecraft server, optimizing your listing, and growing your player base.
Adding Your Server
Listing your server on MC Server List is free and takes just a few minutes.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Sign in to your MC Server List account
- Click "Add Server" in the navigation menu
- Fill in your server details:
- Server name
- IP address and port
- Description (supports markdown)
- Game modes and tags
- Minecraft version
- Server type (Vanilla, Paper, etc.)
- Upload a banner image (optional but recommended)
- Submit for review
Review Process
All new servers are reviewed before being listed. This typically takes 24-48 hours. We check that your server is online and the listing follows our guidelines.
Requirements
- Your server must be publicly accessible
- The server must be online during review
- No inappropriate content or names
- Accurate server information
Optimizing Your Listing
A well-optimized listing can significantly increase your visibility and attract more players.
Upload a Banner
Servers with custom banners get 3x more clicks. Use high-quality images that showcase your server's unique features. Recommended size: 1920x400 pixels.
Write a Great Description
Describe what makes your server unique. Include key features, game modes, and community highlights. Use markdown for formatting.
Choose Accurate Tags
Select tags that accurately represent your server. This helps players find you through filters and improves search visibility.
Keep Your Server Online
Servers with high uptime rank better. We ping your server regularly - aim for 99%+ uptime for the best visibility.
Encouraging Votes
Votes are one of the most important ranking factors. Here are ethical ways to encourage voting:
- Add a voting link to your server's website
- Remind players in-game with a subtle message
- Offer in-game rewards for voting (using vote verification)
- Include voting links in your Discord server
Don't Buy Votes
Vote manipulation is against our terms of service. Fake votes are detected and will result in your server being removed.
Analytics Dashboard
Track your server's performance with our built-in analytics dashboard.
Available Metrics
- Views: How many times your server page was viewed
- Votes: Daily, weekly, and monthly vote counts
- Player Count: Historical player count over time
- Uptime: Your server's availability percentage
- Response Time: Average ping response time
- Join Clicks: How many users clicked to join
Access your analytics by visiting your server's page while logged in, or through the owner dashboard.
Notification Settings
Stay informed about your server's status with customizable notifications.
Available Notifications
Notification Channels
- In-App: See notifications in the MC Server List dashboard
- Discord Webhook: Send alerts to your Discord server
- Email: Receive email notifications (coming soon)
Configure your notification preferences from your server's settings page.