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title: "How to use a Forge server in NexusCloud"
icon: lucide/hammer
description: "How to use a Forge server in the NexusCloud panel by setting the Minecraft, Forge, and Java versions, then reinstalling."
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# How to use a Forge server in NexusCloud

- Make sure your service uses an egg that supports Forge or a modded Java server.

## Installation steps

!!! warning "Back up your server"
    **Reinstall Server** may delete server data. Back up the server first if it contains a world or important files.

1. Search Google for `forge download` and the Minecraft version you want, for example `forge download 1.19.2`.
2. Note the compatible Forge version, for example `1.19.2-43.5.2`.
3. Open the [NexusCloud panel](https://panel.nexuscloud.id/) and select your server.
4. Open **Startup**.
5. Set **Minecraft Version** and **Forge Version** to the selected versions. Example:
    - **Minecraft Version:** `1.19.2`
    - **Forge Version:** `1.19.2-43.5.2`
6. Change the **Docker Image** to the required Java version. For Minecraft `1.19`, use Java 17 or 18 Temurin. See the [Java version guide](./java-variants.md).
7. Open **Settings**, then click **Reinstall Server**.
8. Wait 10-30 seconds, then refresh the panel page.
9. Start the server through **Console**.

## Official sources

For Forge references, use the official Forge project documentation and files:

- [Forge Documentation](https://docs.minecraftforge.net/en/latest/gettingstarted/)
- [Forge Files](https://files.minecraftforge.net/)

## Once the server is ready

1. Go to **Files**.
2. Open the `mods` folder.
3. Upload your mod `.jar` files.
4. Restart the server.

## Notes

- Do not delete your old world unless there is a clear compatibility issue.
- The Forge version must match the version of the mods you are using.
- Make sure the Java version matches the Minecraft and Forge versions.
- Do not stop the server while reinstalling.

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