Manage game servers with Pelican, an open-source panel built with Laravel and Docker.
Open source
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Pelican helps administrators manage game servers through a control panel for supported hosting platforms.
About Pelican
Pelican is a free game server control panel for creating and managing servers. It offers one-click installations and automatic updates through a panel interface. Each server runs in its own isolated Docker container, and it lists support for Minecraft, Terraria, Palworld, Valheim, Enshrouded, Factorio and others. It also supports SSL, 2FA and AES-256 encryption.
Key features
- Manage game servers through a control panel
- One-click installations for supported server types
- Run each server in an isolated Docker container
- Support for Minecraft, Terraria, Palworld, Valheim and others
- Automatic updates
- Native support for SSL, 2FA and AES-256 encryption
Best for: People who host game servers for themselves, friends, family, or a gaming community.
Good for
- Free to use
- Each server runs in an isolated Docker container
- Supports SSL, 2FA and AES-256 encryption
Pelican at a glance
- Website
- pelican.dev
- Category
- Gaming › Game Servers & Multiplayer
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Pelican FAQ
Which games can Pelican host?
Minecraft, Terraria, Palworld, Valheim, Enshrouded, Factorio, and others through its Eggs.
Is Pelican free to use?
Yes, it is described as 100% free to use forever for self, friends, family, and others.
What security features does Pelican support?
Native support for SSL, 2FA, and AES-256 encryption.
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