Which Version of Java for your Minecraft Version

Before you start your Minecraft server, you should check that it is running the correct version of Java for the desired version of Minecraft that you wish to play.

Use the table below as a reference for installing the correct version of Java. To change your Java version, please follow this guide: https://cybrancee.com/learn/knowledge-base/how-to-change-pterodactyl-egg-version/

Server version	Java version
1.16 and below	Java 8
1.17	Java 16
1.18 to 1.20	Java 17
1.20.1 and above	Java 21