How to Setup RCON on Your Minecraft Server
A guide on how to join a Minecraft server on both Java and Bedrock Edition.
RCON, short for Remote Console, is a tool that allows server admins to execute Minecraft server commands remotely. This tool is incredibly useful for managing your server without having to be in the game.
How to Enable RCON
RCON is disabled on Minecraft servers by default, so you’ll need to manually enable it. Here’s how:
- Stop your server
- Head to Files ->
server.properties - Find
enable-rcon=falseand set it toenable-rcon=true - To secure RCON, change
rcon.passwordto a secure password andrcon.portto a new working port (Network -> Create Allocation) - Save the file and restart your server
And voilà! RCON is now setup for your server and secure!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RCON secure?
Is RCON secure?
RCON is secure if you use a strong password at the rcon.password line in server.properties file, and limit who has access to it. You can also change the RCON port at rcon.port line to further secure RCON.
Can I use RCON to manage multiple servers?
Can I use RCON to manage multiple servers?
Yes, RCON can be set up on multiple servers, but each server requires a unique setup and password.
Can I perform all server commands through RCON?
Can I perform all server commands through RCON?
Most server commands can be executed via RCON, though some actions may require direct server access.