Restarting your Minecraft server is important for applying changes, fixing issues, and keeping performance stable. This guide will show you how to safely restart your server using the HostByte Game Panel.
Applies to: Minecraft Java servers on HostByte
Step 1: Restart Your Server from the Panel
The easiest way to restart your server is through the Game Panel.
- Log into your panel:
How to Access Your Game Panel - Select your Minecraft server
- Click the Restart button
- Wait for the server to fully restart
Step 2: Safe Restart (Recommended)
For the safest restart, follow these steps to avoid data loss.
- Open the console
- Run the following command:
save-all- Wait a few seconds for the world to save
- Click Restart in the panel
You can access the console here:
How to Use the Console
When Should You Restart Your Server?
- After installing plugins or mods
- After changing configuration files
- When the server is lagging
- After long uptime
Emergency Restart
If your server is frozen or not responding:
- Go to your Game Panel
- Click Kill (force stop)
- Wait for the server to stop
- Click Start
Warning: Force stopping your server may cause data loss. Only use this if the server is unresponsive.
Troubleshooting Restart Issues
- Server not starting – Check the console for errors
- Stuck on starting – Wait a few minutes, large worlds can take time
- Plugins not loading – Check for plugin errors in console
- High memory usage – Restart can help clear memory usage
Next Steps
Getting Help
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