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# How to Join, Connect & Play!

## Server Information

The server name is **Valatic**

The server IP address is **play.valatic.net**

The bedrock edition server port is **19132**

Friend Name is **ValaticSMP**

## How to Join on Java Edition

1. Launch **Minecraft Java Edition** and press on the **Multiplayer** button.
2. Click on the **Add Server** button and enter Valatic for the **Server Name**.
3. Copy the **server IP** then paste it into the **Server Address** field.
4. Hit the **Done** button, select the Valatic server, click the **Join Server** button.

## Updated Method for Console, PC, and Pocket Edition

1. Launch **Minecraft** and select **Play**.
2. Open the **Social** tab and scroll down and click on "search for players".
3. Enter the username **ValaticSMP** and send a friend request.
4. Wait **1–3 minutes** for **ValaticSMP** to accept your request automatically.
5. Once accepted, **ValaticSMP will immediately send you a game invite** - tap **Join** to connect.

**Joining later:**

* Go to the **Social** tab.
* Find **ValaticSMP** on your Friends list and select **Join**.

 **OR**

* Go to the **Worlds** tab.
* Find the world named **Valatic**, it will be labeled **Friend's world** and select to join.

⚠️ **Important Note:**\
**ValaticSMP** automatically removes friends who have **not joined the server in 3 days**.\
If you do not see ValaticSMP in your Friends list, simply repeat **steps 1–5** above.

## How to Join on Windows Edition & Mobile Pocket Edition

1. Launch **Minecraft** and press on the **Play** button.
2. Click the **Servers** tab and scroll down.
3. Click on the **Add Server** button and enter Valatic for the **Server Name**.
4. Copy the **Server Address** then paste it into the **Server Address** field.
5. Copy the **Port** and paste it into the port field.
6. Hit the **Save** button, select the Valatic server, click the **Join Server** button.

## How to Join on PS4, Xbox, Nintendo Switch

[Click here for how to join on PS4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a9fhOBk8hI\&t=99s)

[Click here for how to join on Xbox](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAtxE2K6oEY)

[Click here for how to join on Nintendo Switch](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=En-YLlz4MSM)

[Click here for Bedrock Together App](https://bedrocktogether.net/)

## Need more help?

Please don't hesitate to contact [support](https://valatic.net/support)!

## Can I join on T-Launcher or Cracked Minecraft?

No, unfortunately you cannot join on neither T-Launcher nor Cracked Minecraft. These versions are a security risk and can cause harm to your system and the server.