Guides
Step by step to your goal
Short, easy-to-follow guides for everything around your server – no prior knowledge needed.
Getting started
Order your first server
From account to running server in a few minutes – package, location and operating system.
2 min read
Getting started
Connect to your server via SSH
How to log in to your server from Windows, macOS and Linux – with a password or an SSH key.
1 min read
Servers & management
Open ports in the firewall
The firewall in the panel decides which connections reach your server – this is how you open ports.
2 min read
Servers & management
Create, restore and automate backups
One-click backups, automatic ones with a backup plan – and how to restore a backup.
1 min read
Servers & management
Set up monitoring & alerts
Keep an eye on usage, get warned about overload and have your website and game port checked.
1 min read
Game servers
Set up a Minecraft server (Paper)
Install Java, download Paper, start it automatically and open the port – step by step.
2 min read
Domains & DNS
Connect a domain to your server
How to make your domain point to your server – with one click or your own DNS records.
1 min read
Balance & billing
Set up auto top-up
No more stopped servers because of an empty balance: top up automatically by card or PayPal.
1 min read
Community & team
Status page, server list & community fund
Show your community that your server is up – and let players chip in for the server costs together.
1 min read
Security
Secure your account: 2FA, sessions & alerts
Two-factor authentication, the session overview and login alerts keep your account safe.
1 min read