How to Host a Modded Minecraft Server

Ready to take your Minecraft gameplay to the next level?
Hosting your very own modded Minecraft server gives you complete control over your gaming experience.
With mods, you can explore entirely new worlds, face custom mobs, build unique biomes, and much more.
Hosting a modded server, however, can be confusing if you're unfamiliar with the process, but don't worry! With PebbleHost, setting up your server has never been easier.

In this guide, we'll walk you through how to host a modded Minecraft server with PebbleHost, so you can unlock new possibilities and enjoy the ultimate Minecraft adventure you've always wanted.

Step 1: Choosing a Hosting Plan

The first step to hosting your own modded Minecraft server is selecting the right hosting plan. PebbleHost offers three tiers of Minecraft hosting—Budget, Premium, and Extreme—all catering to different needs and budgets.

Budget
Great for users on a tight budget - starting at $1/GB, the Budget hosting plans are great for running a private/community server
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  • Intel i9-9900k @ 5GHz / Ryzen 5700X @ 4.6GHz
  • DDR4 2133MHz ECC Memory
  • Unmetered NVMe SSD Storage
  • 160Gbps DDoS Protection
  • Unlimited Slots
  • North America & Europe
Premium
Perfect for large servers, modpacks, and public servers, who need the power of the Ryzen 7900 @ 3.7 / 5.4Ghz CPU for best-in-class performance.
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  • Ryzen 7900 @ 3.7 / 5.4Ghz
  • DDR5 4800MHz
  • Unmetered NVMe SSD Storage
  • 480Gbps DDoS Protection
  • Unlimited Slots
  • North America, Europe, Australia & Singapore
  • Free Automatic Backups
  • One-click Modpack Installer
  • Support for Custom Startup flags
Dedicated Threads
Extreme
Unrivalled performance dedicated just to your server, for a no-compromises hosting experience.
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  • Ryzen 7900 @ 3.7 / 5.4Ghz
  • DDR5 4800MHz
  • Unmetered NVMe SSD Storage
  • 480Gbps DDoS Protection
  • Unlimited Slots
  • North America, Europe, Australia & Singapore
  • Free Automatic Backups
  • One-click Modpack Installer
  • Support for Custom Startup flags
  • Dedicated CPU Threads

Step 2: Customising Your Modded Minecraft Server

Once you've picked the right plan, it's time to configure your server. Whether you want to boost performance with extra RAM, add more CPU threads, or install specific modpacks, PebbleHost makes customisation easy.

Our Minecraft hosting panel gives you full control, allowing you to:
• Start, stop, and restart servers with ease.
• Monitor performance with live console logs and usage statistics.
• Install and manage plugins and modpacks effortlessly.
• Access your server files through FTP for complete control over your mods and configurations.

If you're unsure how much RAM or CPU power your server will need, don't fret; PebbleHost's support team is ready to help you find the best setup for your modded Minecraft server.

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Not sure which plan to pick?

Let us know a few details about what you'll be running on your Minecraft server, and we can help you pick out the perfect Minecraft hosting plan.


Which version do you plan to run?

What type of server will you run?

For a Spigot / Paper server running version 1.17 we'd recommend a minimum of 5GB of RAM.

Step 3: Installing Mods and Modpacks

With PebbleHost's one-click modpack installer, setting up your modded Minecraft server is a breeze. Choose from hundreds of popular modpacks from platforms like CurseForge, FTB, and Technic. These include:

RL Craft
Sky Factory
Galacticraft
Pokemon Adventure
And many more…

View our full modpack list here. If your favourite modpack isn't listed, you can easily upload your custom modpack directly to the server. Once your modpack is selected, the control panel handles the installation automatically. Your server will be up and running with your chosen mods in just 5-10 minutes.

Step 4: Launching your Server

After installing your mods, it's time to start playing! PebbleHost servers are designed to handle high performance, even for large modded worlds. You'll receive a unique server address to share with friends, allowing them to join the fun from anywhere.

Your server runs independently on PebbleHost's ultra-fast cloud infrastructure, so you don't need to worry about keeping your PC online; it's available 24/7 for non-stop gameplay.

Why Choose PebbleHost for your Modded Minecraft Server?

When you choose PebbleHost, you're choosing a reliable server provider that makes hosting affordable for everyone. Since 2017, we've been committed to making Minecraft server hosting easy, fast, and cost-effective. You won't pay extra for basic features—you'll just enjoy ultra-reliable servers with amazing performance. But don't take our word for it—our 4.7-star rating on Trustpilot speaks for itself!

Here's why players love PebbleHost:
Affordable Plans – Start hosting for as little as $1/GB!
Ultra-Fast Servers – Reliable and fast with 99.9% uptime.
24/7 Support – We're always available to help with any issues.
Easy-to-Use Control Panel – Effortlessly manage your server.
Mod Packs & Plugins – Full customisation for the ultimate experience.