How to join a Minecraft server (PC, mobile, console)
Join a Minecraft server on PC, mobile or console: where to find the server address (IP) and port, how to add it, and what to do when the connection fails.
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Found a server you like in the ranking? Here is how to join it, depending on your version of the game.
On PC: Minecraft Java Edition
- On the server page, click its address (for example
play.myserver.com): it is copied. - Launch Minecraft Java, click Multiplayer, then Add Server.
- Paste the address in “Server Address”, confirm, then double-click the server.
If the address includes a port (play.myserver.com:25566), paste it in full.
On mobile, Windows 10/11, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch: Bedrock Edition
- In Minecraft, open Play → Servers tab.
- At the very bottom, choose Add Server.
- Enter a name, the server address and the port (19132 by default, shown on the server page).
On console, adding external servers is not always available directly: some servers explain a way to connect on their Discord. Check that the server accepts Bedrock: look for Bedrock or cross-play servers.
The most common errors
- “Outdated client” or “Outdated server”: your Minecraft version does not match the server's. The page shows the accepted versions; switch versions in the launcher (Installations tab).
- “Can't connect to server”: check the address, then the status on the server page. The server may be offline or under maintenance.
- “You are not white-listed”: the server is reserved for allowed players. Ask for access on its Discord.
- Missing mods: modded servers require installing the same modpack. The link is usually on their website or Discord.
Another error message? Every fix is in can't connect to a Minecraft server, and the address is explained in a server's IP address and port.
Vote for your favorite server
Like a server? Vote for it every day: it is free, no account needed, and many servers give you an in-game reward. With an account, add it to your favorites to get a reminder when you can vote again.
FAQ
Where do I find a Minecraft server address?
The address (or IP) is given by the server on its website, its Discord or its page on a ranking site. On CraftRank, it is shown at the top of every server page: click it to copy it.
How do I join a Minecraft server on PC?
Start Minecraft Java, click Multiplayer then Add Server, paste the address and confirm. Then double-click the server in the list.
How do I join a server on mobile or console?
On mobile: Play → Servers tab → Add Server, with the address and port (19132 by default). On console the tab only shows partner servers: use the BedrockTogether app or the DNS method.
Why does the connection to the Minecraft server fail?
The most common causes: wrong game version ("Outdated client"), server offline or under maintenance, badly copied address, a Java server while you play Bedrock, or a private server (whitelist).