Moving over existing files from a Minecraft server involves transferring the essential data and configuration files from one server to another. Transferring existing files from one Minecraft server to another involves creating backups of player data, world progress, plugins, and configurations from the old server. This could be due to a server migration, hardware upgrades, or a switch to a new hosting provider. Properly migrating these files ensures a smooth transition without losing player data, world progress, and server settings.

How To Migrate Existing Files From a Minecraft Server (Previous Host)

The MelonCube support team can assist in transferring the server files.

When creating a ticket, ask to transfer server files from a previous host and provide the following information from the old server:

- Server IP
- FTP Username
- FTP Password

Submit a ticket here.

Note: Speed up the procedure by requesting the former host to archive all files before the transfer.

How To Migrate Existing Files From a Minecraft Server (Local)

Step 1. Compress all server files into a single zipped folder.

Step 2. Log in to the MelonCube Games panel.

Step 3. Stop the server.

Step 4. Go to the Files tab on the left.

Step 5. If the zipped folder is smaller than 500MB, drag and drop the file into the Files tab.

If the zipped folder is larger than 500MB, upload it using an SFTP Client. Learn how to here.

Step 6. Unarchive the .zip file.

Step 7. Verify the world name of the uploaded world.

Step 8. Go to the Config Files tab on the left and select Server Properties.

Step 9. Set the World Name field to the uploaded world.

Step 10. Start the server.