Minecraft Server

Minecraft Server lets you host your own private Minecraft Java Edition server right on your Mac. Invite friends, build together, and play on your own terms — no monthly subscription, no third-party hosting required.

Your world, your rules: Configure the game difficulty, enable or disable PvP, set a custom world name, and control who can join. With whitelist support, only the players you approve can connect.

Choose a server version: Run the current Minecraft Java Edition release or pin a specific supported version to keep your world stable.

Multiple server flavors: Start with Vanilla for the pure Minecraft experience, or switch to Paper for better performance and plugin support. Forge and Fabric are also available for modded play.

Your world is safe: World data, player data, and server settings are stored in Lawn's persistent app data so routine server updates preserve your world. Keep separate backups before major version or mod changes.

How to connect: After starting the server, use the connection address Lawn displays. Other players on your local network must use your Mac's network address rather than localhost.