A control panel that makes sense
Start, stop, configure, and monitor servers without digging through folders or terminal commands.
Hosting without the hosting-company headache
Your PC is the host. Your world stays yours.
PixelServers gives you the polished parts of a paid Minecraft panel, while your own computer does the hosting. No forced subscription, no mystery server box, no lock-in.
Windows installer included Java server support No credit card
Local host ready
survival-world
Paper 1.21 · 4 GB memory
18 players online20 TPS
Automatic backups
Your world, recoverable
0
monthly hosting fee
1 click
to install compatible content
100%
ownership of your worlds
Why PixelServers
A better fit for people who want control, not clutter.
Traditional shared hosts make you rent a slice of someone else’s machine. PixelServers keeps the important parts transparent: the hardware, the files, and the decision-making stay with you.
| Model | Where it runs | Public access | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| PixelServers | Your PC | Your DNS, port forwarding, or relay | Ownership, control, and no platform hosting bill |
| Shockbyte | Provider hardware | Provider network and server address | Managed hosting, support, DDoS protection, and instant setup |
| SquidServers | Your PC | Tunnel-based public address | Simple self-hosting with less networking setup |
Comparison checked against the providers’ published documentation and plans. Features and pricing can change; visit the linked provider pages for current details.
Everything in one place
Less configuration. More playing.
The panel handles the repetitive work so you can spend your time building the server your community actually wants.
Mods and plugins, one click away
Find compatible Modrinth content for your exact loader and Minecraft version.
Your worlds stay yours
Backups and server files stay on the computer where your world actually runs.
Play locally or go public
Start on your home network, then add port forwarding, DNS, or a relay when you are ready.
Use the hardware you already own
Choose the memory limit and keep control of your CPU, storage, and performance.
Local by design
The helper API stays on 127.0.0.1. A public website never needs direct access to your computer.
Three calm steps
From download to first join in minutes.
01
Install the helper
Download the Windows installer and let it prepare the local runtime for you.
02
Create your world
Choose Paper, Fabric, Forge, Vanilla, or another supported server type.
03
Invite your friends
Start on Wi-Fi, then follow the networking guide when you want a public address.
Your next server is closer than you think.