Reach the Peak of Minecraft Server Hosting
Simple by Design. Fair by Default.
No complicated plans. No idle charges. Just three steps between you and a running Minecraft server.
Buy credits
Top up with €2.50 or more — or claim your 50 free credits at signup. No subscription, no monthly commitment. Credits never expire on a billing cycle.
Launch your server
Pick a server type (Paper, Forge, Fabric, NeoForge, and more — 7 options), set your RAM, click Create. Your server is online and ready to connect in under 60 seconds.
Only pay while you play
Credits drain only while players are connected. When the last player logs off, the server hibernates automatically — zero credits used overnight or on weekdays when nobody's playing.
No credit card required · Server live in 60 seconds
Built for Minecraft. Built for You.
Everything you need to run an amazing Minecraft server — designed by players who know what matters.
Pay Only for What You Actually Use
Our credit-based billing means you never pay for an idle server. Top up credits and they get consumed only when your server is running — no subscriptions, no monthly minimums.
- Credit system — top up once, spend only when you play
- No subscriptions — credits never expire on a fixed cycle
- No hidden fees, no overage charges, ever
Convinced? Start in 60 seconds.
50 free credits · No card required · Cancel anytime
Blazing Fast with Cloud Scaling
Your server runs on modern cloud infrastructure that scales resources on demand. When your player count spikes, the hardware follows. No lag, no throttling — just butter-smooth TPS.
- Dynamic cloud scaling for any player count
- NVMe SSDs and high-clock CPUs for every server
- Instant upgrades without downtime or world resets
Enterprise-Grade DDoS Protection
Every server gets automatic DDoS mitigation at the network edge. Attacks are filtered before they even reach your game, keeping players connected and your community safe — 24/7.
- Automatic Layer 3/4/7 DDoS mitigation
- Zero-downtime attack filtering at the edge
- Protected against volumetric & application-layer attacks
Manage Everything from Discord
Our Discord bot lets you and your team control the server without opening the panel. Start, stop, restart, and check the current server status directly from your community Discord.
- Start, stop, restart with simple chat commands
- Check current server status in Discord
- Let your friends help manage the server without sharing panel access
Auto-Sleep & Instant Wake
When no one is playing, your server automatically hibernates to save credits. When a player tries to connect, it boots back up in around 30–60 seconds. Zero effort, zero waste.
- Automatic shutdown when server is empty
- Fast wake-up when a player connects (~30–60 seconds)
- Save up to 80% on credits with smart hibernation
Pay Only for What You Actually Use.
Buy credits, use them when you play. No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Your server sleeps, your wallet rests.
💰 Cost Calculator
Drag the sliders to estimate your monthly cost
Estimated monthly cost
With bulk discount: €1,85/mo
240
Credits/month
83%
Saved vs 24/7
💤 Only Pay When Players Are Online
When no one is playing, your server auto-sleeps and zero credits are used. A player joins? It starts back up in around 30–60 seconds.
Traditional host
24h × 30 days
Paying for empty servers
With Alpenglow
12h × 30 days
Save 50% automatically
Loved by Server Owners
Don't just take our word for it — hear from the community.
“We made a small survival world for our friend group and it was online in minutes. No lag so far, and auto-sleep is perfect because we only play a few evenings a week.”
mia_oak
“The Discord commands are super handy for our group chat. We use them to quickly start or restart the server when someone wants to hop on.”
noahspruce
“We started a modded server with around 30 mods for our class and friends. It runs smoothly, and changing RAM was easy when more people joined.”
julescraft
“Honestly it just works. We wanted one place where all our friends could play together without dealing with complicated setup, and this has been really simple.”
benstone
Real server owners from our community. Meet them on Discord ↗
Every Server Type. One Platform.
Whether you run Vanilla, modded, or a plugin-heavy network — we've got you covered with one-click installs.
Vanilla
Pure Minecraft experience
Paper
Optimized for performance
Spigot
Plugin support
Forge
Modded servers
Fabric
Lightweight mods
NeoForge
Next-gen modding
Purpur
Maximum customization
All platforms support automatic updates, custom JARs, and modpack importing. Can't find yours? Let us know.
Common Questions, Straight Answers
Everything you need to know about credit-based Minecraft hosting, auto-sleep, and getting started.
How does pay-per-hour Minecraft hosting work?
With Alpenglow's credit-based model, 1 credit equals 1 hour of 1 GB of RAM. You buy a credit bundle once and spend those credits only when your server is running. A 2 GB server running for 3 hours uses 6 credits. When all players disconnect, the server hibernates automatically and stops consuming credits — so you never pay for idle time.
How much does it cost to run a Minecraft server?
A typical small survival server (2 GB RAM, active 3 hours per day) uses 6 credits per day (€0.06) — roughly 180 credits per month (€1.80) — far less than most flat-rate hosts. The actual cost depends on how much RAM you allocate and how many hours per day the server is active. You start with 50 free credits to try it out, no credit card required at signup.
What is auto-sleep and how does it save me money?
Auto-sleep (auto-hibernation) is a feature that automatically shuts your server down when the last player disconnects. When a new player tries to connect, the server takes around 30 seconds to 1 minute to fully start. The initial connection attempt will time out — players should wait and reconnect once the server is ready. Because a hibernated server uses zero credits, you pay only for the hours someone is actually playing. For a server used by a friend group a few evenings per week, this can reduce costs by 80–90% compared to a 24/7 plan.
Which Minecraft server type should I choose?
For most players: Paper is the best all-around choice — it's fast, supports thousands of plugins, and updates quickly. For modded gameplay, choose Forge (widest mod selection) or Fabric (fastest updates, best performance mods). NeoForge is the recommended choice for Minecraft 1.20.2 and later modded servers. Purpur is a Paper variant with extra customization options. Vanilla is the purest experience with no plugins or mods.
Can I run a modded Minecraft server with Forge or Fabric?
Yes. Alpenglow supports Forge, Fabric, and NeoForge with one-click installation. You can upload a custom modpack as a zip file or import a Modrinth modpack directly. Modded servers typically require more RAM — budget 4–6 GB for light modpacks and 8–12 GB for large kitchen-sink packs. Because credits are charged by the hour, heavy RAM usage only costs you for the hours you actually play.
How do I manage my server from Discord?
Alpenglow includes a Discord bot integration that lets you start, stop, restart, and check the status of your Minecraft server directly from a Discord channel — no need to open the web panel for basic control. At the moment, the bot does not provide console access, log streaming, real-time alerts, or other notification features.
Where are Alpenglow servers hosted?
Right now, all Alpenglow servers are hosted in Germany (EU). We are actively expanding our infrastructure and plan to offer additional regions in the future.
How much RAM do I need for my Minecraft server?
For vanilla or lightly-configured Paper/Spigot servers: 2 GB handles 5–15 players comfortably. For plugin-heavy Paper servers: 4 GB for 20–40 players. For Forge or Fabric modpacks: 4 GB for light packs, 6–8 GB for medium packs, 10–12 GB for large kitchen-sink packs. You can adjust RAM allocation at any time through the panel, and the credit cost scales accordingly.
How long does it take to start a Minecraft server on Alpenglow?
Creating a new server takes under 60 seconds: choose your server type, set your RAM allocation, and click Create. The server is provisioned and ready to connect immediately. If your server is hibernated (auto-sleep), it takes around 30 seconds to 1 minute to fully restart. The initial connection attempt will time out — players should reconnect once the server is ready.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Every new account starts with 50 free credits — enough to run a 2 GB Paper server for 25 hours, or a 4 GB modded server for 12 hours. No credit card is required to create an account and claim your free credits. Free credits are a one-time bonus; after they are used, you top up your balance with a credit bundle starting at €2.50.
How is credit-based billing different from a monthly subscription plan?
Monthly plans charge a flat fee whether you use the server or not. A €10/month host charges €120 per year even if your server is active only on weekends. Alpenglow's credits expire only when used — if you buy €10 of credits and your server hibernates whenever no one is playing, those credits could last months. You are not tied to a billing cycle, there are no automatic renewals, and you can scale RAM up or down between sessions without changing plans.
Still have questions? Ask us on Discord.
Ready to Reach the Peak?
Start your Minecraft server in under 60 seconds. No credit card required — get free starting credits and only pay for what you use.