One click,
and your server is open.

A server belongs to whoever opens it.

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CraftSetUp — One-Click PaperMC Server Launcher

An open-source launcher that sets up a PaperMC server in one go, with no wrestling with code or config files.

3 minFrom launch to your first running server
100%Free and open source (MIT License)
1.21+Supports the latest Minecraft versions

Everything the setup needs

Setup, updates, console and backups in one launcher.

One-click server setup

Downloads the PaperMC build automatically and finishes the optimized settings in one go.

Automatic updates

Notifies you when a new build is released and swaps it safely with one click.

A clean console

See logs, connected players and plugins in one window and send commands right away.

Automatic backups

Saves your world and settings on a schedule so you can recover from data loss.

Install in three steps

Works on Windows, macOS and Linux with Java 17 or newer.

  1. Open GitHub ReleasesDownload the installer for the latest version.
  2. Unzip and runIt runs right away if Java 17 or newer is installed (Windows, macOS and Linux supported).
  3. Choose your server folderFollow the wizard to pick it and the setup is done.

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FAQ

Is CraftSetUp free?

Yes. It is open source under the MIT license.

Which systems are supported?

Windows, macOS and Linux. Java 17 or newer is required.

Where do the server files come from?

The server .jar comes from the official PaperMC API.

Do I need to accept the Minecraft EULA?

CraftSetUp accepts it for you, so please read the Minecraft EULA and PaperMC terms first.