> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wiki.z-craft.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Account Setup

> Get ready to play on cracked Z-Craft

# 🔐 Account Setup

**Zero Microsoft accounts needed!** Z-Craft is cracked — anyone can play for free.

## 🆓 Cracked Minecraft Explained

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="✅ Free to Play" icon="gift">
    No Minecraft purchase required
  </Card>

  <Card title="👤 Choose Your Name" icon="user">
    Pick any username you want
  </Card>

  <Card title="⚡ Quick Start" icon="zap">
    Join immediately, no auth
  </Card>

  <Card title="🌍 Same Server" icon="globe">
    Play with other players instantly
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## 💻 What You Need

### 1. Java Runtime (17+)

**[Download Java](https://www.java.com)**

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Windows">
    1. Visit java.com
    2. Click "Download Java"
    3. Run installer
    4. Restart computer
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Mac">
    1. Visit java.com
    2. Choose Mac version
    3. Run installer
    4. Follow prompts
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Linux">
    ```bash theme={null}
    sudo apt install openjdk-17-jre
    ```
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

### 2. Minecraft Launcher

Choose any of these (all support cracked servers):

| Launcher             | Platform | Features             |
| -------------------- | -------- | -------------------- |
| **MultiMC** 🎮       | All      | Most customizable    |
| **PrismLauncher** 🚀 | All      | Modern & lightweight |
| **ATLauncher** 🎨    | All      | Community-driven     |
| **TLauncher** ⚡      | Windows  | Quick setup          |

**Recommendation:** Try **PrismLauncher** — it's the best!

### 3. Create Your Profile

When you launch Minecraft:

1. Select "Offline Mode"
2. Enter your username
3. Start playing!

## ✨ Your Username

**Can be anything!**

* Change it every session
* No Microsoft account needed
* Share username with others (it's OK!)
* Use your Discord tag as unique ID

### Username Tips

✅ **Keep it:**

* Memorable
* Easy to type
* Appropriate (community rules apply)
* Your gaming identity

❌ **Avoid:**

* Offensive content
* Impersonating staff
* Scam-like names

## 🎮 Creating Your First Account

1. **Launch Minecraft** in offline mode
2. **Enter a username** (any name)
3. **Join the server** using server IP
4. **Spawn in!** You're ready to fight

<Tip>
  💡 **Pro Tip:** Link your Discord when you join so friends can find you!
</Tip>

## ❓ Common Questions

<Accordion title="Is it legal?">
  Cracked servers are community-run games independent of Mojang. Z-Craft operates legally under community standards.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Can I change my name?">
  Yes! Just enter a different name when launching. Each session can use a different name.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="How do I transfer my progress?">
  Your stats are tied to your username. Use the same name to keep your progress!
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="What if my name is taken?">
  Z-Craft allows multiple players with the same name. Your Discord tag is your unique ID!
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Can I use mods?">
  Limited mods allowed (OptiFine, cosmetic only). No cheating mods! See [rules](/community/rules).
</Accordion>

***

**Ready?** [Join the server](/getting-started/joining-servers) now! 🚀