How to Get a Free Server in Hikari
Complete guide to setting up and maintaining your free Minecraft server
How to Get a Free Server in Hikari
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about getting and maintaining your free Minecraft server.
What is a Free Server?
Hikari offers one free server per user with the following specifications: - CPU: 2 vCores - RAM: 3 GB - Storage: 10 GB - Backup: 1 slot - Cost: Completely free!
Prerequisites
Before you can create a free server, you need to complete these account requirements:
1. Email Verification
- Sign up with a trusted email provider (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.)
- Verify your email address by clicking the link sent to your inbox
- This is required for security and communication
2. Discord Account Linking
- Link your Discord account to your Hikari profile
- This helps prevent abuse and ensures account authenticity
- You'll receive important notifications via Discord
Creating Your Free Server
Step 1: Access the Dashboard
- Log in to your Hikari account
- Navigate to your dashboard
- Look for the "Create Server" button
Step 2: Configure Your Server
When creating your server, make sure to select:
- Server Type: Java or Bedrock (your choice)
- CPU: 2 vCores (required for free tier)
- RAM: 3 GB (required for free tier)
- Server Name: Choose a unique name for your server
Step 3: Confirm Free Eligibility
The system will automatically detect if you're eligible for a free server:
- ✅ Green checkmark appears if eligible
- ✅ Shows "Total cost: 0 credits"
- ✅ Only available if you haven't created a free server before
Step 4: Create Your Server
Click "Create Server" and wait for the setup to complete. This usually takes 1-2 minutes.
Maintaining Your Free Server
Free servers require daily maintenance to stay active! You must watch 30 ads per day to keep your server running: - Each ad takes 30 seconds to watch - After every 5 ads, there's a 5-minute cooldown period - Ads reset daily at midnight UTC - You have a 12-hour grace period after server creation
How to Watch Ads
- Navigate to your specific server page
- Find the ad watching section
- Follow the same process as above
Server Management
Accessing Your Server
- Dashboard: View all your servers and their status
- Server Page: Detailed management for each server
- Pterodactyl Panel: Advanced server configuration
Server Information
Each server provides:
- Connection Details: IP address and port
- Resource Usage: CPU, RAM, and storage monitoring
- Player Management: Whitelist, ban, and permission settings
- Backup System: Automatic and manual backups
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
"Not Eligible for Free Server"
- You may already have a free server
- Check your server list in the dashboard
- Contact support if you believe this is an error
"Server Creation Failed"
- Ensure you selected 2 vCPU and 3 GB RAM
- Check that your account is fully verified
- Try again in a few minutes
"Ads Not Counting"
- Make sure you wait the full 30 seconds
- Don't refresh or close the ad page
- Check your internet connection
- Contact support if issues persist
"Server Suspended"
- Watch the required 30 ads per day
- Wait for the system to process your ad views
- Check your email for suspension notifications
"How to unsuspend your server"
- Go to discord
- In the #bot-commands channel
- Type
/unsuspend
- It will take a few minutes to unsuspend your server
Getting Help
If you encounter issues:
- Check the FAQ on our website
- Join our Discord for community support
- Contact Support for technical issues
- Review server logs in the Pterodactyl panel
Upgrading to Paid
If you need more resources, consider upgrading:
- Higher CPU: 4, 6, or 8 vCores available
- More RAM: Up to 8 GB RAM
- No Ad Requirements: Paid servers don't require daily ads
- Priority Support: Faster support response times
Conclusion
Getting a free server in Hikari is straightforward, but maintaining it requires daily commitment. By following this guide and watching your daily ads, you can enjoy a free Minecraft server with reliable performance.
Remember these important points: - ✅ Complete account verification first - ✅ Watch 30 ads daily to keep your server active - ✅ Monitor your server status regularly - ✅ Use the community resources for help
Happy mining on your free Hikari server!