How To Avoid Queue In Aternos

To avoid the queue in Aternos (the free Minecraft server hosting service), you have limited direct options since Aternos intentionally uses queues to manage server load for its free hosting model. However, there are smart ways to reduce wait times or bypass the queue altogether:

✅ 1. Use Aternos During Off-Peak Hours

Queues are shorter (or nonexistent) during:
- Early morning (before 10 AM)
- Late night (after 11 PM)
- Weekdays (especially Tuesday–Thursday)

🕐 Tip: Schedule play sessions during these times to avoid the rush.

🚀 2. Switch to Aternos’ Partner: exaroton (Paid Option)

exaroton.com is Aternos’ premium service.
No queues, better performance, and same user-friendly interface.

💲 You only pay for the time the server is online (per hour).

Still affordable for casual players who want queue-free access.

🔁 3. Enable Auto-Start in Aternos

Use the auto-start feature to get in line before you need the server.
This way, it starts in the background, and you’re not actively waiting.

How:

Go to Aternos dashboard → “Options”
Toggle Auto Start
You can schedule a reminder or keep it open in a tab

👥 4. Use Shared Access (Let a Friend Start It)

Add trusted friends as server operators or backup users.
Let them start the server ahead of time to avoid you personally waiting in the queue.

🔌 5. Don’t Let the Server Time Out

Servers auto-stop after inactivity.
To avoid restarting from queue:
- Keep someone online
- Use AFK farms or dummy accounts (within rules)
- Enable server keep-alive tools (but note: some may violate Aternos ToS)

🛠 6. Optimize Your Server Settings

Choose less resource-heavy mods or versions to speed up server loading.
Fewer mods = faster startup = shorter queue time in some cases.

⚠️ Avoid “Queue Skippers” or Browser Hacks

Many websites promise to “skip the Aternos queue”—these are scams, malware, or violate Aternos Terms of Service.
Using them risks losing your server or account.

🧠 Summary: How to Avoid or Reduce Aternos Queue

Method	Effectiveness	Free?
Use off-peak times	✅ High	✅ Yes
Use exaroton	✅ Very High	❌ No
Enable auto-start	✅ Medium	✅ Yes
Share access with friends	✅ Medium	✅ Yes
Avoid inactivity/timeouts	✅ Low–Medium	✅ Yes
Avoid fake tools	🚫 Risky	🚫 Never safe