What is RCON in Minecraft?

RCON (Remote Console) is a protocol that allows server administrators to execute commands on their Minecraft server remotely without being logged into the game. It uses TCP connections on port 25575 by default.

What port does Minecraft RCON use?

Minecraft RCON uses TCP port 25575 by default. You can change this in your server.properties file using the rcon.port setting. Make sure to open this port in your firewall for remote access.

How do I enable RCON on my Minecraft server?

To enable RCON, edit your server.properties file and set enable-rcon=true, rcon.port=25575 (or your preferred port), and rcon.password=YourSecurePassword. Then restart your server.

Is Minecraft RCON secure?

RCON transmits passwords in plain text, so it is not secure over the public internet by default. To protect your server, use a strong unique password, restrict RCON access to trusted IP addresses using your firewall, consider changing the default port from 25575, and never share your RCON credentials publicly.

Why is my RCON connection not working?

Common reasons RCON fails to connect include: enable-rcon is not set to true in server.properties, the RCON port (default 25575) is blocked by your firewall or hosting provider, the password is incorrect, or the server has not been restarted after changing RCON settings. Ensure the RCON port is open for TCP traffic and double-check your server.properties configuration.

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Minecraft RCON Client

Free web-based remote console for Minecraft servers. Execute commands, manage players, and control your server from any browser.

RCON (Remote Console) allows you to execute server commands remotely. Make sure RCON is enabled in your server.properties file with enable-rcon=true. Default port is 25575.

Server Address

Port

RCON Password

Console

Console output will appear here

Connect to your server and run commands

Tip: Use arrow keys to navigate command history

Broadcast Message

Kick Player

Ban Player

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How to Use the Minecraft RCON Client

This web-based RCON client lets you remotely manage your Minecraft server from any browser. RCON (Remote Console) is a protocol built into Minecraft servers that allows administrators to execute commands without being logged into the game. No software installation is required.

Step 1: Enable RCON on Your Server

Open your server.properties file and set enable-rcon=true. Configure a strong password with rcon.password=YourPassword and set the port (default 25575). Make sure the RCON port is open in your firewall but restricted to trusted IP addresses for security.

Step 2: Connect to Your Server

Enter your server address (IP or domain), RCON port, and password in the connection bar above. Click Connect to authenticate. The connection status indicator will turn green when successfully connected. Your credentials are stored in session storage for convenience.

Step 3: Execute Commands and Manage Players

Use the Console tab to type any Minecraft command directly. Use the Quick Actions tab for one-click access to common operations like saving the world, changing weather, setting time, and managing game rules. The Players tab lets you list online players, kick, ban, and manage the whitelist. Use arrow keys in the console to navigate command history.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to use a web-based RCON client?

Our RCON client sends commands through a secure server-side API. Your RCON password is never stored permanently and is only kept in browser session storage (cleared when you close the tab). For maximum security, always use a strong unique RCON password and restrict your RCON port via firewall rules.

What is the default RCON port for Minecraft?

The default RCON port is 25575. This is different from the game port (25565). You can change it in server.properties with the rcon.port setting. Make sure to open this port in your firewall if you want remote access.

Why can't I connect to my server's RCON?

Common issues include: RCON not enabled in server.properties (enable-rcon must be true), incorrect password, firewall blocking port 25575, or the server not restarted after changing RCON settings. Check that your hosting provider allows RCON connections and that the port is forwarded correctly.

What commands can I run through RCON?

You can run any command that a server operator can execute, including list, kick, ban, op, gamemode, weather, time, say, save-all, stop, and all gamerule commands. The permission level depends on your server's rcon permission configuration.

About Minecraft RCON

RCON (Remote Console) is a protocol that allows Minecraft server administrators to execute commands remotely without being logged into the game. Originally based on the Source RCON protocol, it uses TCP connections to send commands and receive responses from your server.

Why Use RCON?

Manage your server without joining the game
Execute commands from any device with a web browser
Automate server tasks with scripts and bots
Monitor and control your server on the go

RCON vs In-Game Console

While the in-game console requires you to be logged in as an operator, RCON allows remote administration from anywhere. This is especially useful for:

- Emergency server stops without logging in
- Running scheduled commands via scripts
- Managing the server from mobile devices
- Integration with Discord bots and panels

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