Product

PortalMine is designed for players who want a Minecraft server that’s easy to start, simple to manage, and clear about limits. This page explains what you get, how the dashboard works, and what to expect from the free tier.

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What PortalMine includes

Instant server creation: Create a server and get a connect address quickly, without installing software or buying hosting.

Simple dashboard: Start/stop, view basic server info, and manage essential settings from a clean web panel.

Fair-use limits: Free hosting is meant for small friend groups. We keep limits clear so the platform stays stable for everyone.

Basic protection: We use baseline infrastructure and security practices to reduce common downtime and noise attacks.

Transparency: We publish operational updates on the Status page and keep policies accessible in the footer.

Plans & limits (example structure)

This is a friendly overview so users understand what “free” means. You can adjust exact numbers later without rewriting the page.

Plan Best for Typical limits Notes
Free Friends & small communities Light configs, modest player counts Best effort; fair-use applies
Plus (future) Long-running groups More resources, longer uptime Optional upgrade (if added later)
Pro (future) Creators & communities Higher caps, priority support For heavier plugins/mods

Tip: If you later add paid plans, keep the free plan easy to understand and avoid surprise caps. Transparency builds trust.

Dashboard overview

The PortalMine dashboard is intentionally small and focused. When users log in, they should immediately see:

  • Server status (online/offline + last check)
  • Connect address with a one-click “copy IP” button
  • Core actions like Start/Stop/Restart
  • Basic settings such as version selection and player slots
  • Logs & events (even a small activity list helps)

For a user-friendly walkthrough (with steps), see How it works.

Recommended use cases

Friend groups

A free, always-online server is perfect for casual survival worlds, small SMPs, and weekend sessions.

  • Use a whitelist to keep it private.
  • Set a short MOTD so players know the rules.
  • Back up before trying new plugins.

Learning & testing

Great for experimenting with versions, basic mods, or teaching server basics without the cost of dedicated hosting.

  • Create a “test” world for changes.
  • Document what you changed (plugins, configs).
  • Keep the player count modest for stability.

Next steps

If you’re ready to start, create an account, create your first server, and share the connect address with your friends.