Guides, tips, and updates to help you get the most out of your hosting.
A step-by-step walkthrough of creating your first Minecraft server on Swelis Hosting — from sign-up to playing with friends in just a couple of minutes.
Stop guessing why your server lags. Spark shows you exactly which plugin, entity, or tick is eating CPU — a complete guide to profiling Paper, Purpur, Fabric, and Forge servers.
Add custom commands, events, and game mechanics to your Minecraft server without writing Java code. A complete guide to installing and using the Skript plugin on Paper and Purpur.
Install the Create mod on your Minecraft server for gears, trains, and contraptions. A complete setup guide covering Forge vs Fabric, dependencies, RAM needs, and common config tweaks.
Stop first-join lag by pre-generating your world before players explore. A complete guide to Chunky — the plugin that generates chunks in the background so your server stays smooth.
A practical guide to choosing hardware for modded Minecraft servers — CPU cores vs clock speed, RAM for different modpack sizes, SSD vs HDD, and how Forge and Fabric differ in resource usage.
The most common mistakes new Minecraft server admins make — from RAM misconfiguration to ignoring backups — and practical fixes for each one.
Your ISP might be blocking your server without telling you. Learn what CGNAT is, how to detect it, and your options for hosting Minecraft when port forwarding won't work.
A practical guide to Java versions for Minecraft servers — which version for which Minecraft release, common errors, GC options, and why version mismatch causes crashes.
Track kills, deaths, and custom stats with Minecraft scoreboards. Build minigame mechanics, leaderboards, and triggers without plugins — a complete guide to the /scoreboard command.
Create custom weapons, tools, and gear with special names, enchantments, and attributes using Minecraft commands. A complete guide to the /give command and NBT syntax.
Create a classic Skyblock experience on your Minecraft server with BentoBox — islands, challenges, levels, and leaderboards. A complete setup guide for Paper and Purpur.
Stop cheaters on your Minecraft server with Paper's built-in anti-xray, dedicated anti-cheat plugins like Grim or Vulcan, and config tweaks that block freecam, ESP, and movement hacks.
Practical strategies to attract players to your Minecraft server without paid ads or pay-to-win — from server lists to Discord communities to long-term retention.
Add proximity voice chat to your Minecraft server so players can talk naturally in-game. A complete setup guide for Simple Voice Chat on Paper, Fabric, and Forge.
Crashes, kill events, memory spikes, threshold alerts, and every start / stop / restart — logged, deduplicated, and viewable in one place. Meet the two newest tabs in the Swelis Control Panel.
Create Aeronautics just launched — build functional airships with the Create mod ecosystem. Here's how to set it up on your Forge or Fabric server.
Add vanilla-friendly tweaks to your server without mods or plugins. A complete guide to finding, installing, and managing Minecraft datapacks.
Give your server a working economy with currency, player balances, and shops. A complete guide to Vault, EssentialsX Economy, and ChestShop for Paper and Purpur servers.
A practical comparison of Minecraft server software — Paper, Purpur, Fabric, and Forge. Which one fits your community, and when does each make sense?
Control what players can do on your Minecraft server with LuckPerms — create groups, assign permissions, set up ranks, and manage access without touching config files.
A complete reference to every setting in server.properties — from difficulty and spawn protection to view distance and RCON. With recommended values for different server types.
A complete guide to Minecraft server security — from hiding your server IP and blocking scanners to secure permissions, anti-grief plugins, and automated patching.
Control who can join your Minecraft server with whitelist, ops, and bans. A complete guide to player management commands, whitelist.json, and keeping griefers out.
Enable crossplay on your Minecraft Java server so Bedrock players on console, mobile, and Windows 10 can join — using Geyser with one-click setup or manual config.
Mojang shipped 26.1.2 with an undisclosed security fix on April 9, 2026. Here is what changed across the entire 26.1 cycle — Java 25, ZGC, a 4 GB RAM default, data-driven trades, and why you should update today.
Entities are the hidden cause of most server lag. Learn how Minecraft mob spawning works, why AFK farms create persistent mobs, and how to tune spawn limits without ruining gameplay.
Move your WordPress site from any host to Swelis without losing content, plugins, or SEO — a complete migration guide covering backups, database transfers, and DNS cutover.
A practical comparison of BungeeCord and Velocity for Minecraft server networks — performance, plugin ecosystems, security, and when to pick each one.
Turn 185.203.120.42:25577 into play.yourserver.com. A complete guide to A records, SRV records, hiding non-default ports, and common DNS pitfalls for Minecraft servers.
Automatic backups, manual snapshots, and restore workflows to make sure you never lose your world, galaxy, or website.
Practical tips for reducing lag on Minecraft, tuning Avorion galaxies, speeding up WordPress, and getting the most out of your Swelis hosting.
Everything you can do from the Swelis dashboard — real-time console, file manager, FTP, backups, live metrics, server config, plugins, modpacks, team collaboration, and more.
Run your own Arma 3 server on Swelis — missions, mods, BattlEye, and up to 128 players. Full dashboard control with SteamCMD handled automatically.
Launch your own Rust server on Swelis — procedural maps, RCON, and full control from your browser. No command line needed.
Launch your own Avorion galaxy server with Swelis Hosting — pick a template, configure your galaxy, and start exploring with friends in seconds.
Run your own Terraria server with TShock on Swelis — choose your world size, difficulty, and play with friends. Full dashboard control, no CLI required.
Skip the manual installs and server configs. Swelis deploys a fully working WordPress or Joomla site with your own domain, FTP access, and file manager — no command line needed.
The complete beginner guide to Minecraft server hosting — server types, what to look for in a host, server software explained, costs, setup, and essential first steps.
The complete reference for every Minecraft server console command — player management, world settings, game rules, performance debugging, and more. Organized by category with real-world examples.
An honest comparison of the top Minecraft server hosting providers in 2026 — pricing, hardware, features, and who each one is best for.
A practical guide to choosing the right amount of RAM for your Minecraft server — from small vanilla worlds to heavy modpacks.
An honest breakdown of free and paid Minecraft server hosting — what you gain, what you lose, and when it makes sense to upgrade.
The 20 best plugins for your Minecraft server in 2026 — from essentials to voice chat. Each one installs with a single click on Swelis.
Everything you need to know about creating a Minecraft SMP server — from choosing hosting to setting up permissions, plugins, and keeping your community active.
Your server is lagging and you want it to stop. This guide covers every cause — RAM, Java flags, server software, configs, entities — and how to fix each one.
A complete guide to port forwarding your Minecraft server so friends can connect — covering routers, firewalls, common issues, and easier alternatives.
Install any Modrinth modpack on your server in under a minute. No file management, no manual downloads — just search, click Install, and play.
Automatically mirror your survival world to a creative server. Your builders get the real terrain to experiment on — with protected regions to keep work safe.
