A Minecraft: Java Edition online server allows two or more players to play together and does not require a Realms subscription. To learn about other ways to play Java Edition with friends, see:
Join a Minecraft: Java Edition online server
After you've added a server, you can join in the future without adding it again.
- Launch Minecraft.
- Select Multiplayer from the main menu.
- Select a method for joining a server. You have several options:
- Select an existing server from the list.
- Click the Direct Connection button and enter a server address.
- Click the Add Server button and enter the server address. Click Done when finished.
- Select Join Server.
Server addresses will be either an IP address (1.0.0.1) or a URL (www.example.com). For Minecraft servers that are safe to join and fun for all ages, check out our official Minecraft server listing site.