How to Install Minecraft Server on Ubuntu 25.04

Hosting your own Minecraft Server on Ubuntu 25.04 gives you full control over performance, settings, and who can join your world.

Step 1: Update System

Keep your Ubuntu 25.04 server up to date before installing Minecraft:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Java

Minecraft requires Java. Install the latest supported OpenJDK package:

sudo apt install -y openjdk-21-jdk
java -version

Step 3: Create Minecraft Folder and Download Server

Organize the server files inside a dedicated directory, then download the official server file:

Step 4: Accept EULA

Before starting the server, you must accept the license agreement:

echo "eula=true" > eula.txt

Step 5: Start Minecraft Server

Launch the server with Java. You can adjust memory allocation (-Xmx and -Xms) based on your system resources:

java -Xmx1024M -Xms1024M -jar minecraft_server.jar nogui