# MinecraftBasicServer

MinecraftBasicServer is a lightweight Docker container that downloads and runs a Minecraft: Java Edition server, with a vanilla setup by default. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Unraid and Docker Hub.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/912/minecraftbasicserver

## Description

Minecraft Basic Server is a lightweight Docker container that downloads and runs a Minecraft: Java Edition server, with a vanilla setup by default. You can swap in your own server file (Bukkit, Spigot, Paper, or Feed the Beast), pin a game version, or enable automatic update checks on restart, making it a simple way to host a Minecraft server in Docker, especially on Unraid.

## Platform availability

Available on 1 of 9 platforms: Unraid.

## Health score

40/100 (Fair), based on 4 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 38 (last commit 347 days ago)
- Popular: 22 (11 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 35 (1 install platform, install notes, Docker image)
- Light to run: 80 (1 GB minimum RAM, runs on ARM)

## Links

- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/minecraftbasicserver-0nsdpgm0z5bmd6?q=MinecraftBasicServer
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/ich777/minecraftbasicserver/
- GitHub: https://github.com/ich777/docker-minecraft-basic-server

## Common questions

### What remote-access options are compared for a self-hosted Minecraft server?

Tunneling services and dynamic DNS options are compared for lower latency and stability.

### What configuration is required on a general server host?

You need to configure firewall rules and network rules.

### Why might someone start with self-hosting before a VPS?

Self-hosting gives time to set up, test, and grow the player base before moving to a VPS or dedicated server.

### What connection issue is discussed in the self-hosted Minecraft thread?

Users report being unable to connect to a self-hosted Minecraft server.

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Source: Our Local Host (https://ourlocalhost.com/app/912/minecraftbasicserver), the self-hosted and open-source app directory.