If your Bedrock server isn’t working correctly — whether it's crashing, lagging, or refusing to start — checking the server logs is the first step in identifying the cause. Here's how to find and read those logs. ✔️
⛏️ 1. Access the Console Log
- ➡️ Log into your control panel
- ➡️ Select your server and click on the Console tab
- ➡️ The live console shows real-time events as the server boots and runs
✔️ Look for red or yellow lines — these usually indicate warnings or errors.
➕ 2. Review the Latest.log File (If Available)
- ➡️ Open the File Manager
- ➡️ Look for a file named
logs/latest.logor similar (not all Bedrock builds generate it) - ➡️ Download or open it to review full startup history
⚠️ This can contain more detail than the live console alone.
⚔️ 3. Common Log Error Types
- ❌ Addon or Pack Errors – Often related to invalid
manifest.jsonor missing files - ❌ File Not Found – A required file was deleted or renamed
- ❌ JSON Parsing – Incorrect formatting in config files like
permissions.json
➡️ Match the error to recent changes (new packs, edits, etc.) to find the cause quickly.
⏰ 4. Use a JSON Validator
If the error relates to a JSON file, copy the contents and use a free online JSON validator to find and fix formatting mistakes.
✔️ Even a missing comma or extra bracket can crash your server.
➡️ For help with installation, see our guides on installing addons and plugins. ✅
If you’re unsure how to fix a specific error, feel free to reach out or submit a support ticket — we’re here to assist. ✔️
