How to Join NextStep Minecraft

Connect to our community server

Connection Information

Next Step is available across all platforms and all versions:

Minecraft Java Edition: connect to nextstep.community
Minecraft Bedrock Edition: connect to bedrock.nextstep.community port: 7225
Minecraft Education Edition: connect to 261057267533300281d24de4ece15ee9c467877826b2b3fc1e
Minecraft Console Edition: Add friend NextStep and join through their profile

⚠️ Important: Hacking clients/mods will be detected and blocked. Repeated attempts may result in a ban.

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Learn More

All the functions of the server may be overwhelming. On the core, you don't have to do or know anything to still have fun. If you want to learn more about the server capabilities, check out our full guide.

Server Rules

Please read and follow these guidelines to maintain a great community

📋 General Compliance

You must follow your local laws, the Minecraft EULA, and the Discord Terms of Service and Community Guidelines. Since Minecraft and Discord are connected, NextStep's Discord rules also apply here.

⚡ Keep Performance Peaceful

No AFK farming, massive mob farms, lag machines, large hopper/redstone contraptions, or anything else that causes significant performance issues.

🌍 Global Bans

Bans are global across NextStep platforms. A ban on one platform may result in a ban on other NextStep-related platforms. You have the right to appeal at appeal

🚫 Cheating Not Allowed

No duplication glitches, cheating/hacking/exploiting, x-ray, bots, or cracked/hacked clients. Whitelisted clients: Vanilla, Fabric, Forge, Vivecraft, LambdaMod.

🤝 Keep Respectful and Fair

Unclaimed items are fair game, but no grave camping, TP killing, harassment near claims, blocking spawn, griefing, or any other disruptive behavior.

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