Information for parents
Your child wants a Minecraft server? Here is what it is, what it costs and how you stay in control.
What is a Minecraft server?
A server is a Minecraft world that runs online instead of on your child’s device. Friends can join from their own computer, console or phone and build together — even when your child is not playing.
Why a hosted server instead of the home PC?
Running a server at home means opening ports on your router and leaving a computer on. A hosted server avoids both: nothing on your home network changes, and the world is online around the clock.
Staying in control
- Whitelist: only players added by name can join.
- Backups: if something gets destroyed, the world can be restored.
- Clear costs: the price is shown before ordering, no setup fees. Choose “Pay once” and nothing renews by itself.
- 72-hour money-back guarantee on the first order.
Questions? Email us at support@shulkerhost.com.
Questions parents ask
What exactly does my child get?
A private Minecraft world that runs on our servers around the clock, so friends can play together even when your computer is off. Your child decides who may join with a whitelist.
Can strangers join?
Only if the whitelist is turned off or someone shares the address. With the whitelist on, only players added by name can join. Our guide whitelist, OPs and permissions explains it step by step.
How much does it cost?
From $5.99 per 30 days for a small server for a few friends. The price is shown before ordering; there are no setup fees.
Are there ongoing costs?
Only if you want them. At checkout you choose Pay once (3, 30, 90 or 365 days, the server simply stops at the end, we remind you before) or Renew automatically, which you can cancel any time in the panel. Your first order has a 72-hour money-back guarantee.
Can we try it before paying?
Yes. After confirming your email, a free server is ready with 12 hours of play time (only counted while it runs), without entering any payment details. It simply stops afterwards; nothing is charged.
Which payment methods are available?
Card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex), Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and more local methods.