Server Lag

Server lag is usually caused by how the server is being used — not the host itself. Common causes include:

• Plan too small — not enough RAM or CPU for your player count, plugins, or mods
• Too many plugins or mods — each one adds overhead
• High entity count — mob farms, item entities, or animals piling up
• Redstone contraptions — large or unoptimized builds running constantly
• High view distance — lower it in server.properties to reduce load
• World size — very large or heavily explored worlds use more resources

What to try

• Upgrade your plan if you're near your resource limits — check CPU and memory on the Overview tab
• Remove unused plugins or mods
• Lower view-distance and simulation-distance in server.properties
• Clear laggy chunks or entity buildup with plugins or manual cleanup
• Restart the server during low-traffic periods

If lag persists after optimizing, consider upgrading via Change Plan or contact Support.