How To Setup SRV Records

In this guide, you will learn how to set up SRV records for your Minecraft server. SRV (Service) records are used to connect services, like game servers, to the correct IP address and port. By setting up an SRV record, you can allow players to use a custom domain name (like play.example.com) instead of having to remember a string of numbers (your server’s IP address and port). This makes it easier for players to connect to your server. in the Steps we will be using Cloudflare.

Setting up an A Record

1. Log in to your DNS provider’s control panel. (e.g. Cloudflare, GoDaddy,)
2. Navigate to the DNS management section.
3. Select the option to add a new DNS record and choose A from the record type dropdown.
4. Enter the following details:

• Name:: Enter in the subdomain you wish to use (Example: play)
• Ipv4 Address: Enter in the IP Address for your server (Example: 1.1.1.1)

Setting Up SRV Records

1. Log in to your DNS provider’s control panel. (e.g. Cloudflare, GoDaddy,)
2. Navigate to the DNS management section.
3. Select the option to add a new DNS record and choose SRV from the record type dropdown.
4. Enter the following details:

• Name: Enter _minecraft._udp
• Priority: Enter 1 for the Priority (lower numbers get higher priority).
• TTL: Select Auto
• Weight: Enter 1 for the Weight (used for load balancing).
• Port: Enter The port number for your Minecraft Server (Example: 34197)
• Target: The hostname you wish the service to be on. (Example: play.domain.tld)

5. Save your SRV record.
6. Wait for DNS propagation, which can take a few minutes to several hours (depending on your DNS Provider).

Here’s a breakdown of the record:

  _Minecraft._tcp.domain.tld SRV 1 1 34197 Minecraft.domain.tld

Now, users connecting to Minecraft.domain.tld will automatically be directed to your Minecraft Server IP on port 34197.