Minecraft server icons help to add character and customization to a server; all server icons are displayed to users through the server browser screen, making the server icon an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impression. Server icons must be a specific size before being set, which can be done using any image editing tool such as Microsoft Paint. In tandem with Messages of the Day (MOTD), the server icon plays a vital role in setting the tone for a server, so make sure to choose something eye-catching and memorable.

Requirement: Server icons must be 64x64 pixels and saved as a PNG file.

How to Add a Server Icon on a Minecraft Server

1. Prepare the desired server icon image by ensuring the dimensions are 64x64.

2. Rename the image to server-icon.png. If Windows File Extensions is disabled, rename it to just server-icon.

3. Minimize the file to use later in the tutorial.

4. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.

5. Stop the server.

6. Go to the Files tab.

7. Upload the .png file from Step 3.

Note: Server icons support partial image transparency.

8. Start the server.

How to Resize a Server Icon for a Minecraft Server

1. Open the server icon image in Paint.

2. Under the Home tab, select Resize.

3. Choose the Pixels option.

4. On both Horizontal and Vertical fields, input 64.

5. If the pixel sizes do not match, uncheck Maintain aspect ratio.

Note: The image may stretch if the pixel sizes do not match. Consider cropping the image borders until the desired result.

6. From the top-left, go to File > Save as > PNG picture.

7. Change the File Name to server-icon and hit Save.