How To Import Server From Aternos

How to Move Your Server from Aternos to MintServers

Ready to upgrade from Aternos to the power and 24/7 reliability of MintServers? Awesome! This guide will walk you through transferring all your files—including your world, player data, and plugins—to your new MintServer.

The process is split into two main parts: downloading a backup from Aternos and uploading it to MintServers.

Part 1: Downloading Your World from Aternos

First, you'll need a complete backup of your server files from the Aternos panel.

1. Log into your Aternos panel and select the server you want to move.
2. From the left-hand menu, go to the "Backups" section.
3. Click "Create backup" to generate a fresh backup of your server.
4. Once the backup appears in your list, click it and then hit "Download" to save the file to your computer. It will typically be a .zip file.

After downloading, extract the contents of the file to a folder on your computer.

For more details on creating and restoring backups in Aternos, check out their official guide: Creating and Restoring Backups – Aternos

Part 2: Uploading Your Files to MintServers

Now that your server files are ready, it's time to upload them to MintServers using FTP (File Transfer Protocol).

Required Step: Connect to Your Server via FTP

FTP is the most efficient way to transfer large sets of files. To upload your world, connect to your server using an FTP client like FileZilla.

If you're new to FTP, follow our guide: How to Use FTP/SFTP to Access Your Server Files.

Step 1: Clean Your Server and Upload

1. Once connected via FTP, ensure your MintServer directory is empty. Delete any default files for a clean setup.
2. In your FTP client’s left panel (your computer), navigate to the folder where you extracted your Aternos backup.
3. Select all relevant files and folders (world, plugins, server.properties, etc.) and drag them into the right panel (your server).

This will begin the upload. Depending on your world size, it may take some time. Wait until the transfer queue is fully complete.

Step 2: Final Configuration

Once the upload finishes, make sure your MintServer is running the same software version as your Aternos server.

1. Go to your Game Panel and open the "Version Installer".
2. Install the same server type and version used on Aternos (e.g., Paper 1.21).
3. Return to the "Console" page and click Start.

Your server will now launch with your world, player data, and plugins exactly as they were on Aternos. Congrats—you’ve successfully migrated!