About Shard

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

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How to join Shard

Java Edition

  1. Open Minecraft and choose Multiplayer.
  2. Select Add Server.
  3. Paste join.shard.rip into Server Address.
  4. Save, then choose Join Server.

FAQ

Shard FAQ

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

What is the Shard server IP?

The Shard server IP is join.shard.rip. Paste it into the server address field in Minecraft's multiplayer menu.

Is Shard down right now?

No. Shard was up at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 19:50 UTC) with 3 players online. We check its status about every 10 minutes.

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How do I join Shard?

On Java Edition, open Multiplayer, choose Add Server, paste join.shard.rip, then select Join Server.

What port does Shard use?

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

How many players are on Shard?

3 players were online on Shard at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 19:50 UTC), with 5,000 slots listed. The Stats tab charts the Shard player count over time.

What Minecraft version does Shard use?

Shard reported “Velocity 1.7.2-26.2” at our last check. Networks that list a range accept any client version inside it.

How do I claim Shard?

If you run Shard, 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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