About MineShards

MineShards has not added a description yet. The message of the day above is what players see in their server list.

How to join MineShards

Java Edition

  1. Open Minecraft and choose Multiplayer.
  2. Select Add Server.
  3. Paste sl.mineshards.com into Server Address.
  4. Save, then choose Join Server.

FAQ

MineShards FAQ

Short answers to what players ask most. Still stuck? Check the Minecraft authentication server status.

What is the MineShards server IP?

The MineShards server IP is sl.mineshards.com. Paste it into the server address field in Minecraft's multiplayer menu.

Is MineShards down right now?

No. MineShards was up at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 19:40 UTC) with 17 players online. We check its status about every 10 minutes.

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How do I join MineShards?

On Java Edition, open Multiplayer, choose Add Server, paste sl.mineshards.com, then select Join Server.

What port does MineShards use?

MineShards uses the default port (25565), so the address alone is enough.

How many players are on MineShards?

17 players were online on MineShards at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 19:40 UTC), with 250 slots listed. The Stats tab charts the MineShards player count over time.

What Minecraft version does MineShards use?

MineShards reported “Paper 1.21.1” at our last check. Networks that list a range accept any client version inside it.

How do I claim MineShards?

If you run MineShards, claim this listing from a free NewMinecraftServers account. You prove ownership by showing a short code in the server's MOTD for a moment (our Paper plugin can do it for you) or with a DNS record, then edit the description, links, and banner yourself.

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