This guide will help you connect to your Minecraft Java Edition server hosted on NordHost. In just a few clicks, you'll be building and exploring with your friends.
Launch Minecraft Java Edition from the Minecraft Launcher. Make sure you're using the correct game version.
From the main menu, click the "Multiplayer" button to open the server list.
Click "Add Server". Enter a name for your server (anything you like) and enter the server address: 123.45.67.89 or 123.45.67.89:25565
Click "Done" to save the server. Select it from your server list and click "Join Server".
The default Minecraft port is 25565. If your server uses the default port, you don't need to include it in the address. Just enter the IP: 123.45.67.89
For a quick one-time connection without saving:
From the Multiplayer menu, click "Direct Connection" instead of Add Server.
Type your server IP: 123.45.67.89 and click "Join Server".
Check that the server is online in your NordHost dashboard. If Smart Sleep is enabled, the server may need up to 60 seconds to wake up after your first connection attempt.
Verify the IP address is correct. Make sure you're using Minecraft Java Edition, not Bedrock Edition (they're not compatible).
Make sure your Minecraft version matches the server. You can change your version in the Minecraft Launcher under "Installations".
If the server has a whitelist enabled, your Minecraft username needs to be added. Check the whitelist settings in your NordHost dashboard.