Introduction
Our cloud hosted Minecraft Servers allow you to set up your game servers, so you can play Minecraft using your own rules. This article outlines the ordering process.
Find Your Hippo VPS Plan
- Existing customers should log into their account first.
- Order one of our Minecraft directly from our website here
- Select the Minecraft that matches your requirements.
Domain Name Options
You are not presented with the domain options during the Hippo Minecraft order process, as with our standard hosting products. This is because most game server users prefer to access their server using the IP address only and not the domain name. If, however, you wish to buy a domain name for your Hippo Minecraft instance, you can do so by following this link separately. You can either configure the DNS yourself in your Hippo Portal, or ask one of our support team to do this for you at https://help.hipposerve.com. You can also request help, in using a domain you already own.
Choose Your Billing Cycle
- Select a billing cycle: monthly, annually, or triennially.
Configure The Instance Options
Customize your server to match your preferences. Actual options may vary based on the selected plan.
Minecraft Version
Choose from a range of Minecraft Versions that best suit your needs.
Server Location
Your data is stored at the selected server location. The default is London, GB. There are 25+ worldwide locations to choose from. Select the data center closest to your core user base for faster page loading. Not all plans are available at all locations.
Automatic Server Backup
We recommend including a backup plan. Our auto-backup feature allows you to schedule complete server backups, including configurations. This ensures quick recovery in case of issues. Note: The monthly price varies based on server size.
DDoS Protection
Protect your server from DDoS attacks with our proactive monitoring and blocking service, allowing legitimate traffic through.
Additional IPv4 Address
Add an extra IPv4 address for enhanced flexibility, performance, and security management.
IPv6 Address
IPv6 offers more security, reliability, and speed. However, a slight delay may occur when communicating with older IPv4 systems.
Choose Your Add-ons
Select from various add-ons, including Free Website Migration/Transfer, Website Security, Advanced SSL, and an SEO plan.
Complete Configuration
For existing customers, the final price today may differ slightly due to proration, aligning with your account's billing cycle. Subsequent payments will match the advertised price. When satisfied with your options, proceed to checkout.
Complete Checkout
Fill in your details at checkout and complete your order. Provisioning may take a few moments; please be patient and do not leave the page.
Provisioning
You will receive an email confirmation once your order is processed. After payment, your Hippo VPS service will be provisioned automatically. The setup time may vary based on your selected options. We will run manual checks to ensure everything is functioning correctly before sending you the final setup details.
