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How to set OP rights for your Minecraft server

As Minecraft‘s popularity continues to rise, so does the complexity of managing multiplayer servers. Today, we delve into one critical element of server management: the concept of “OP” (Operator) rights. Minecraft server administration, especially Minecraft OP commands, are a crucial part of administrative capabilities, facilitating a smoother, more controlled gameplay experience.

How do I get OP rights in Minecraft?

  1. Turn on your server via our web application or mobile app
  2. Access the Console: The console is your command center for managing the server. 
  3. Put in the command: Once in the console, you need to type: “op (name)” 
    Replace (name) with your Microsoft name. If the Microsoft name contains a space, use the following spelling for the command: op “name”. The player must be online on the server, otherwise the command will not work.
  4. Confirm the Change: If successful, a message will appear in the console, and the player will see a notification in their chat on the server.

How do I remove OP rights in Minecraft?

To remove operator rights, you can do the following:

  1. Access the Console: The console is your command center for managing the server. 
  2. Put in the command: Once in the console, you need to type:  “deop (name)“
    Replace (name) with your Microsoft name. If the Microsoft name contains a space, use the following spelling for the command: deop “name”. The player must be online on the server, otherwise the command will not work.
  3. Confirm the Change: If successful, a message will appear in the console, and the player will see a notification in their chat on the server.

Examples for giving OP rights

				
					op gamer123

This will grant the player “gamer123” OP rights.

				
					deop gamer123

This will remove the OP rights of the player “gamer123”.

Is there an Auto-OP mode?

Yes, this is one of Pockethost’s special features. You can enable it in the server start screen. Just tick the option for “Auto-OP Mode”. Then the first person to join the server will automatically gain operator rights. 

Understanding Minecraft OP Rights and Their Benefits

In this world-building game, OP (Operator) rights act as the magic wand that gives players enhanced control. With these rights, you can modify the game world beyond the capabilities of a typical player. This could include changing game modes, spawning items, altering the time of day, banning disruptive players, and so much more. OP rights are, in essence, your tool for customizing and managing your server efficiently. Find out more here.

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