How to Share Your IP Address for a Minecraft Server

Learn how to find and share your IP address for hosting a Minecraft server with friends.

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Give your friend your external IP address if you're hosting the Minecraft server on your personal computer. You can find it by searching 'what is my IP' on Google. Ensure your router is set up to forward Minecraft's port (default is 25565) to your computer's internal IP address. If you’re using a hosting service, provide the server IP provided by the hosting company.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I find my external IP address for Minecraft? You can find your external IP address by searching 'what is my IP' on Google.
  2. What is port forwarding in Minecraft? Port forwarding allows external users to connect to your Minecraft server hosted on your local network.
  3. What IP do I give my friends to join my Minecraft server? Give your friends your external IP address if you're hosting the Minecraft server on your computer.
  4. Do I need a static IP for my Minecraft server? While not required, using a static IP can simplify the process of connecting to your server.

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For more insights on managing your Minecraft server, check out our guides on port forwarding and server optimization techniques.

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