Minecraft setup

Sculk supports common Minecraft server software, including Paper, Purpur, Fabric, Forge, and other compatible server jars.

Choose your software

Software	Best for
Paper or Purpur	Plugins, performance, and most public servers
Fabric	Lightweight modded servers and technical modpacks
Forge or NeoForge	Large mod ecosystems and many curated modpacks
Vanilla	The unmodified Minecraft server experience

Select a version

Use the installer or version changer in the panel to choose your Minecraft version and server software.

Start once

Start the server so it can generate its initial files.

Connect

Add the panel’s primary server address to Minecraft’s multiplayer list.

Only use plugins, mods, and server software built for the Minecraft version you selected.