Getting Started with Hytale on Witchly.host

Hytale is a next-generation sandbox game from Hypixel Studios, the creators behind one of the most popular Minecraft multiplayer servers in history. Combining deep world generation, extensive modding capabilities, and a powerful creative toolset, Hytale represents a new era in sandbox gaming. Witchly.host provides optimized Hytale server hosting so you can focus on building your community.

Choosing the Right Plan

Witchly.host offers three Hytale hosting plans to suit different community sizes and needs:

The Scout (4 GB RAM) — Ideal for small groups of friends or private servers with a handful of players. Great for exploring and testing server setups.
The Explorer (8 GB RAM) — Our best seller. Perfect for growing communities with moderate player counts and custom content. Provides a solid balance of performance and capacity.
The Creator (16 GB RAM) — Built for large communities, heavy modding, and content creation. Maximum resources for the most demanding server configurations.

Not sure which plan is right? Sign up at Dashboard and deploy a free server instantly to test things out, or choose an Elite plan for dedicated resources.

Deploying Your Server

Setting up your Hytale server takes just a few minutes:

Log in to your dashboard at Dashboard
Click Create Server and select Hytale as your game
Choose your preferred plan (The Scout, The Explorer, or The Creator)
Enter a name for your server — this is how it will appear in your dashboard
Select your preferred server location
Complete your order and wait for the server to provision

Once provisioning is complete, your server will appear in your dashboard and is ready for first-time setup.

First-Time Setup

After your server has been deployed, follow these steps to get it running:

Navigate to your server in the dashboard
Click Start to boot your server for the first time
Watch the Console tab for startup progress — the initial launch may take a few minutes as the server generates world files
Once you see a message indicating the server is ready, it is accepting connections

During the first startup, the server will generate its default configuration files and world data. You can customize these later (see our Server Configuration guide).

Finding Your Connection Details

To connect to your server, you need your server address and port:

Go to Dashboard and select your Hytale server
Your server address and port are displayed on the main server overview page
Copy the full address (including the port number) for use in the Hytale client

Connecting to Your Server

To join your Hytale server from the game client:

Launch Hytale on your PC
Navigate to the Multiplayer menu
Click Add Server or Direct Connect
Enter your server address and port as shown in your dashboard
Click Connect to join

If you are unable to connect, verify that your server is running and online by checking the console in your dashboard. Ensure you are entering the address and port exactly as shown.

Inviting Players

To allow friends and community members to join your server:

Share your server address and port with them directly
Players enter the address in their Hytale client’s multiplayer menu to connect
You can manage player access and permissions through server configuration files or admin commands

Managing Your Server

The Witchly.host dashboard gives you full control over your Hytale server:

Console — Send commands and monitor server output in real time
Files — Browse and edit server files directly from your browser
Startup — Adjust startup parameters and server variables
Settings — Reinstall, rename, or manage your server
SFTP — Connect via SFTP on port 2022 for bulk file transfers (see our SFTP guide)

Keeping Your Server Updated

Hytale receives regular updates from Hypixel Studios. To keep your server on the latest version:

Check for available updates in the Startup tab of your dashboard
Create a backup of your server files before updating (see our Backups guide)
Update the server version and restart

For detailed instructions, see our Changing Server Version guide.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Server won’t start:

Check the console for error messages — they usually indicate what went wrong
Verify that your startup configuration has not been modified incorrectly
Try reinstalling the server from the Settings tab if files are corrupted

Players can’t connect:

Confirm the server is online and running in the dashboard
Verify players are using the correct address and port
Ensure the server version matches the client version players are running

Performance issues:

Consider upgrading your plan if you are running mods or hosting many players
Review your server configuration for settings that may be too demanding for your current resources

Next Steps

Now that your server is running, explore these guides to customize your experience:

Server Configuration — Customize game rules, world settings, and player limits
Admin Commands — Learn the commands available for server administration
Installing Mods — Add mods to extend your server’s features
Custom Scripts and Modding — Create custom content with Hytale’s scripting system

Need help? Join our community at Discord for support from our team and other server owners.