MinecraftLayer - Superior Minecraft Hosting

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About Us

MinecraftLayer was founded in 2011 by the original and current owners of NickHost.net (est. 2006) and VPSInfinity.com (est. 2011). MinecraftLayer (also known as MCLayer) is run by experienced hosts who love Minecraft! Every client matters to us, which is why we put so much effort into our customer service. Minecraft hosts are popping up everywhere, but two things set MCLayer apart: our great prices and our excellent customer service. We strive to make each client feel like a VIP because we know that's the best way to run a business.

All of our nodes run on Xeon Quad Core CPUs (with HT and Turbo), SSDs, and DDR3 RAM. Our top quality hardware keeps lag down and client satisfaction up.

We currently host VPSs in the following locations:
- Phoenix, AZ
- New York, NY
- Chicago, IL
- Dallas, TX


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VPS Features

In addition to our great hardware, each Minecraft VPS comes with the following features:

  • Full Root Access (SSH/SFTP)
  • Free Dedicated IP
  • McMyAdmin Control Panel
  • Free custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Free MySQL Database
  • SolusVM VPS Control Panel
  • INSTANT Setup!

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VPS Plans

Our prices are based on a scheme of $19.95 per GB of RAM. We have several predefined plans, and we offer custom packages upon request. We do not have slot limits. Our slot recommendations are based on an 65-110MB per slot scheme.

612MB VPS
  • Total RAM: 612MB
  • RAM for McMyAdmin: 512MB
  • Recommended Players: 1-7 on vanilla Minecraft
  • 4GB SSD
  • 1 vCPU
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP
  • Dedicated IP
  • Custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Optional MySQL Database

Price: $9.99 $8.69 | Order Now
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1124MB VPS

  • Total RAM: 1124MB
  • RAM for McMyAdmin: 1024MB
  • Recommended Players: 1-15
  • 4GB SSD
  • 1 vCPU
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP
  • Dedicated IP
  • Custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Optional MySQL Database

Price: $19.95 $17.36 | Order Now
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1636MB VPS

  • Total RAM: 1636MB
  • RAM for McMyAdmin: 1536MB
  • Recommended Players: 13-23
  • 4GB SSD
  • 1 vCPU
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP
  • Dedicated IP
  • Custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Optional MySQL Database

Price: $29.93 $26.04 | Order Now
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2148MB VPS

  • Total RAM: 2148MB
  • RAM for McMyAdmin: 2048MB
  • Recommended Players: 18-31
  • 6GB SSD
  • 2 vCPUs
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP
  • Dedicated IP
  • Custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Optional MySQL Database

Price: $39.90 $34.71 | Order Now
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3172MB VPS

  • Total RAM: 3172MB
  • RAM for McMyAdmin: 3072MB
  • Recommended Players: 28-46
  • 8GB SSD
  • 2 vCPUs
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP
  • Dedicated IP
  • Custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Optional MySQL Database

Price: $59.85 $52.07 | Order Now
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4196MB VPS

  • Total RAM: 4196MB
  • RAM for McMyAdmin: 4096MB
  • Recommended Players: 36-63
  • 10GB SSD
  • 2 vCPUs
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP
  • Dedicated IP
  • Custom subdomain.mclayer.com
  • Optional MySQL Database

Price: $79.80 $69.43 | Order Now
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Plans larger than 4196MB RAM are available. Just shoot us an email!

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Dedicated Servers

MCLayer offers Intel Sandy Bridge E3 Quad Core CPUs with a variety of drive options. Our dedicated servers are available to players and other hosts. Please keep in mind that setup may take 2-8 business days when in stock, and longer when out.

Pro Node

  • Intel E3 Quad Cores
  • 16GB RAM
  • Up to 4xHDD/SSD
  • 1Gbps port
  • Choice of OS
  • McMyAdmin
  • Full Root SSH/SFTP

From $174.95 | Order Now

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Voice Servers

MCLayer offers TeamSpeak 3 voice hosting in a variety of locations. You can view our plans here.

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Server Management

MinecraftLayer provides general troubleshooting and support for your server. We also offer plugin installation and configuration, as well as full server management, for small fees.

Every VPS comes with the McMyAdmin control panel. McMyAdmin allows you to easily manage your server by:

  • Starting and stopping your server
  • Saving and backing up your world
  • Updating Minecraft, Craftbukkit, etc.
  • Managing plugins
  • Using commands in the chat interface

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FAQs

How long does VPS setup take?
Your VPS will be setup INSTANTLY upon receipt of payment (unless we happen to be out of stock). If you request a MySQL database, it will be manually provisioned and setup within 24 hours.

How long does dedicated server setup take?
We will typically have your dedicated server set up within 48 hours of receiving your order, but in some cases it may take up to 8 business days (depending on stock). Contact us before ordering for a specific ETA.

How can I pay?
We accept PayPal and Google Checkout. Your players can also use our GroupPay feature to donate funds to your account directly.

How long have you been in business?
MCLayer was founded in August 2011 by the owners of NickHost.net and VPSInfinity.

What's the best way to get help when I need it?
You can always try to catch us on Live Chat, Skype, or IRC. Otherwise, please open a support ticket or email us at support[at]mclayer.com.

How many slots/players can I have on my server?
We do not have slot limits. Please see above for our recommendations, though.

Do you have a money back policy?
Yes, we provide full refunds up to 3 days after your initial purchase. Refunds only apply to VPSs and web hosting. Please see our Terms of Service on our website.

What kind of hardware do you use?
We run our VPSs on Xeon Quad Core X3470s and E3-1230s (or better). All of our servers are on Intel SSDs and DDR3 RAM. We offer some of the best configurations for chunk loading and lag.

Can I store backups on my server?
Yes, you can store anything on your server that fits within your allocations. We also have daily remote, automated backups to give you peace of mind.

What OS do you use?
We use CentOS 5 64-bit on all of our servers. We can install other Linux distros for you upon request.

What kind of virtualization do you use?
We only use Xen for our VPSs (as opposed to OpenVZ). We made the decision to go with Xen because of the benefits it provides to our clients. Xen is true virtualization, keeping each VPS separate and safe. Xen also does not allow for overselling. You can trust that you are getting all of what you pay for from us.

Do you offer discounts?
We usually have a promotion or two running, but our prices are already relatively low. For VPSs, you can get HALF A MONTH FREE if you prepay 6 months or 2 FULL MONTHS FREE if you prepay 12 months. We are able to create custom plans for those who need them. You can also sign up for our affiliate system to earn some money towards your server.

Do you offer web hosting?
Yes, we offer cPanel shared web hosting. You can view our plans here.

Do you offer voice hosting?
Yes, you can view our plans here.

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Other Info

Demo Servers
Need to test our ping? Check out our 1GB demo servers:
- Phoenix, AZ, USA: phx.mclayer.com
- New York, NY, USA: ny.mclayer.com
- Dallas, TX, USA: dal.mclayer.com
- Chicago, IL, USA: chi.mclayer.com

Affiliate System
MinecraftLayer's affiliate system is now up and running! You can earn a credit for your account of 10% from each invoice of new clients you refer to us. Sign up and download your custom affiliate code from the client area.

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Contact Us

There are a variety of ways you can contact us:
Sales: sales[at]mclayer.com
Support: support[at]mclayer.com
Billing: billing[at]mclayer.com
Skype: MinecraftLayer (Nick's personal Skype), MCLayerSupport (Support Skype)
Twitter: MinecraftLayer
Facebook: MinecraftLayer Fan Page
IRC: #mclayer on irc.esper.net

You can also catch us on Live Chat or open up a ticket from the Client Area.