Usage-based Minecraft hosting
Only pay for what you play. Spin up a modded or vanilla server in under 30 seconds. Campfire Hosting is a Minecraft server host where you only pay for the minutes your server is online - servers save and stop automatically when nobody is playing, so you never pay for idle time.
Try it for free: 2 hours of free play time on signup, no credit card required. Supports Java Edition (Forge, NeoForge, Fabric, Paper, versions 1.1 to the latest) and Bedrock Edition with cross-platform play.
Features
- One-Click Modpacks - browse and launch any CurseForge or Modrinth modpack instantly; install, version matching, and Java setup are handled automatically.
- File Manager - direct access to world data, plugins, and mods through a secure web file manager, with full FTP access.
- Free Subdomain - an easy-to-remember address for your friends to connect to, instead of a numerical IP.
- Free Support - help with setup, mods, and server issues.
- Affordable Storage - $0.18 per GB per month, deducted daily.
- Usage Monitoring - see exactly when your server runs and what it costs.
Minecraft server hosting packages
Choose the right package for your Minecraft server. Upgrade or downgrade anytime. Prices are per hour of server runtime - you only pay while the server is online.
| Package | CPU | Memory | Price |
|---|
| Coal | 1 vCPU | 3GB RAM | $0.04/hour |
| Copper | 1 vCPU | 4GB RAM | $0.05/hour |
| Quartz | 2 vCPU | 5GB RAM | $0.06/hour |
| Iron | 2 vCPU | 6GB RAM | $0.07/hour |
| Lapis | 2 vCPU | 7GB RAM | $0.08/hour |
| Gold | 2 vCPU | 8GB RAM | $0.09/hour |
| Redstone | 2 vCPU | 10GB RAM | $0.10/hour |
| Diamond | 2 vCPU | 11GB RAM | $0.11/hour |
| Emerald | 2 vCPU | 12GB RAM | $0.12/hour |
Add funds as you go: $5,
0 (includes a $0.50 bonus), or $20 (includes a $2.00 bonus). Your balance never expires.
Frequently asked questions
Why should I choose Campfire Hosting?
Traditional Minecraft server hosts lock you into monthly payments to host your adventure. If you go on a vacation or have a busy week with tests, you still have to pay for the full service.
With Campfire Hosting, you play on your terms. We have a credit system where your credits get used only for the minutes your server is online. We automatically save and shut off your server when no players are online, saving your adventure and your wallet!
How do I know my server will run smoothly on Campfire Hosting?
You get 2 hours of free play time on our coal servers [3GB RAM, 1vCPU] to test your server out. No credit card needed and no commitment. We also have free support to help address any set up issues you may encounter.
Does Campfire Hosting have support for mods or plugins? How do I install them?
Yes, we support
Forge,
NeoForge,
Fabric, and
Paper on Minecraft versions from 1.1 all the way to the latest release (each loader covers the versions it supports) - see our
modded Minecraft hosting pages for per-platform details. Upload mods or plugins via the File Manager. For detailed guides for setting up your Campfire Hosting server mods check out:
Can I transfer my existing server to Campfire Hosting?
Of course! We provide full FTP access to your server enabling you to upload your world, mods and plugins with ease. While we have a Web FTP client, we recommend you download an FTP client such as FileZilla to ensure a smooth transfer process. If you have a world with another Minecraft Host, we will gladly transfer the current files over for you. Just contact our support!
Where are the servers located?
Right now our main data center is located in Oregon, USA however we plan to expand to new data centers in the future!
All FAQs · Guides & modpacks · Bedrock hosting · Sign up · Blog