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The Subdomain Manager lets you create easy-to-remember addresses for your server, making it simpler for players to connect.

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Creating a Subdomain

1

Access Subdomain Manager

Navigate to the Subdomain Manager page in your panel
2

Choose Your Prefix

Enter your desired subdomain prefix in the text box
play
mc
server
myguild
survival
3

Select Domain

Choose from available domain options in the dropdown menu
4

Create Subdomain

Click the Create button to generate your custom address

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Using Your Subdomain

  • Minecraft Servers
  • Other Game Servers
  • FiveM Servers
1

Share with Players

Your players can now connect using your custom address:
Example
play.mcserver.net
2

Update Server MOTD

Update your server’s message of the day:
server.properties
motd=Welcome to play.mcserver.net!
3

Configure Server Lists

Use your subdomain when submitting to server lists for consistent branding

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Domain Options

Gaming Domains

  • mcserver.net
  • gameserver.net
  • minecraftserver.net
  • fivem.net

Generic Domains

  • server.net
  • gamehost.net
  • play.net
  • gaming.net

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Best Practices

Good Examples

  • play - Simple and clear
  • survival - Describes game mode
  • myguild - Community identity
  • creative - Specific purpose

Avoid These

  • Random numbers/letters
  • Very long names
  • Special characters
  • Confusing abbreviations
  • Use the same subdomain across all platforms
  • Include it in your Discord server name
  • Add it to social media profiles
  • Use it in YouTube/Twitch descriptions
  • Improves search engine visibility
  • Creates consistent brand presence
  • Makes sharing easier for players
  • Professional appearance for partnerships

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Troubleshooting

Problem: Players can’t connect using the subdomainSolutions:
  1. Wait 5-10 minutes for DNS propagation
  2. Clear DNS cache: ipconfig /flushdns (Windows) or sudo dscacheutil -flushcache (Mac)
  3. Try connecting with the original IP to confirm server is online
  4. Check if subdomain was created successfully in the panel
Problem: Your desired subdomain is unavailableSolutions:
  • Try variations: play1, play-server, myplay
  • Use your server name: myserver, myguild
  • Try different domain options
  • Add descriptive words: survival-server, creative-world
Problem: Subdomain works sometimes but not alwaysSolutions:
  • DNS changes can take up to 24 hours globally
  • Test from different networks/devices
  • Use online DNS checkers to verify propagation
  • Be patient - propagation varies by location

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Advanced Features

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Multiple Subdomains

You can create multiple subdomains for the same server for different purposes
  • Game Mode Specific
  • Regional Servers
  • Event Servers
Examples
survival.mcserver.net - Survival world
creative.mcserver.net - Creative world  
minigames.mcserver.net - Minigame server

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Integration with Other Services

Website Integration

Use subdomains for consistent branding:
  • www.yourserver.net - Main website
  • play.yourserver.net - Game server
  • forum.yourserver.net - Community forum

Voice Chat

Create matching voice server addresses:
  • voice.yourserver.net - TeamSpeak/Discord
  • ts.yourserver.net - TeamSpeak server
  • discord.yourserver.net - Discord redirect

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Monitoring Your Subdomain

1

Test Connectivity

Regularly test your subdomain from different locations and networks
2

Monitor DNS Health

Use tools like DNSChecker.org to verify global propagation
3

Update Marketing Materials

Ensure all promotional materials use the new subdomain consistently
Never delete a subdomain that players are actively using without giving advance notice and providing the new connection details.