craftedpool.com

Hi - happy to explain.

What CraftedPool is

• CraftedPool is a service that creates a dedicated public website for a Minecraft server so visitors see live status, player count, and a single clean URL that represents the server (rather than scattered Discord messages or forms).
• It automatically queries the server IP/hostname for status (no plugin or server install required).

Key features

• Live server status and real-time player count displayed on the page.
• Customizable page sections: server description, banner, staff list, rules, photo gallery, posts/announcements.
• Built-in whitelist application system (available on the Iron plan and above) so owners collect and review applications in one dashboard.
• Built-in shop storefront (available on the Gold plan) where players can browse and purchase packages; payments are processed via Stripe or integrated third parties.
• Custom subdomain and branding options on paid plans (Gold supports a custom domain/subdomain features described in the pricing materials).
• Public Explore page listing published servers.

Plans and pricing (quick summary)

• Coal (Free): permanent free plan. Public page with live status, player count, and review integration. No card required.
• Iron: $9/month. Adds application forms, photo/gallery, themes, custom subdomain, reduced CraftedPool branding.
• Gold: $19/month. Adds built-in shop, analytics dashboard, full removal of CraftedPool branding, and custom domain/subdomain features described for Gold.

Affiliate program

• Affiliates earn a recurring commission on paid plans purchased through their referral link. Default commission rate starts at 20%, paid monthly for as long as the referred customer remains subscribed.
• Example payouts at 20%: Iron ($9/mo) earns $1.80/month; Gold ($19/mo) earns $3.80/month.
• Referrals tracked for 30 days from first click. Commissions pending for 30 days, withdrawable once balance reaches $50, paid via PayPal.
• Apply from the Affiliate page in the dashboard; approval is immediate if the account is in good standing.

Privacy, payments, and legal basics

• Payments are processed through Stripe; CraftedPool does not store full payment details.
• Data collected is limited to what’s needed to operate the service (email, hashed password, IP logs, public content, basic analytics, purchase/subscription metadata).
• Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales; refunds are limited (digital service access begins immediately on purchase).

How to get started

• Create an account and sign up as a server owner, enter the server IP/hostname, configure the page sections needed, and publish. The free Coal plan is enough for many servers to get a live public page in minutes.

If you want, can link to example pages or the pricing page, or walk through creating your first page step by step. Which would you like next?

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Hi - great question.

CraftedPool is for Minecraft server owners who want a proper public website for their server. It solves the common problem of servers relying on fragmented, outdated links (pinned Discord messages, Google Forms, forgotten forum posts) that make a server look unmaintained and lose potential players.

Key problems CraftedPool fixes:

• Shows live server status and real-time player count so visitors can immediately see the server is active.
• Replaces disjointed tools with a single, shareable page (clean URL) that contains description, banner, staff, rules, posts, and more.
• Provides built-in whitelist applications (Iron plan and above) so owners can collect and review submissions in one dashboard rather than using Google Forms or Discord threads.
• Adds an integrated shop (Gold plan) so players can buy ranks or packages without leaving the site.
• Lets owners present an intentional, up-to-date public presence that helps discovery and gives visitors a clear path to join.

If you want, help can be provided on which plan fits a specific server type (whitelist, public survival, roleplay, creative, etc.) or how to get started building a page.

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Hi - great question. Here are the main benefits of using CraftedPool, taken from the site information:

• A proper website for your server
  Publish a single clean public URL that presents your server professionally instead of relying on pinned Discord messages or old forum posts.

• Live server discovery
  Pages show live server status, real-time player count, version and game mode pulled directly from the server so visitors immediately know if the server is active.

• Quick setup, no server install required
  No plugin or mod needed - just provide the server IP or hostname and CraftedPool pulls status data and keeps it updated.

• Built-in application system (Iron plan and above)
  Replace Google Forms and Discord threads with configurable whitelist application forms and a dashboard to review submissions.

• Integrated shop storefront (Gold plan)
  Sell ranks, cosmetics, and packages directly from your page with payments processed via Stripe and shop functionality built into the site.

• Content to show activity and trust
  Add descriptions, banners, staff lists, rules, photo galleries, posts (announcements/patch notes) and community reviews so the page feels maintained and trustworthy.

• Free permanent plan
  A permanent free (Coal) plan provides a public page with live status, player count, and review integration with no trial expiry and no card required.

• Scalable paid plans
  Paid tiers unlock application forms, galleries, custom subdomains, analytics, branding removal, and full shop and domain support depending on the plan.

• One place to manage players
  Centralised dashboard for applications, posts, and shop listings reduces cross-platform juggling and makes onboarding players simpler.

If you want, help can be provided on which plan fits a specific server (eg. whitelist vs public shop) or walk through setting up a page. Which would you like to do next?

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Hi - happy to explain how CraftedPool works. Below is a clear step‑by‑step walkthrough of creating and running a server page, plus how subscriptions, the shop, applications, live stats, and the affiliate program operate (all taken from the provided CraftedPool content).

How the service works - step by step

1. Create an account and start a page

• Sign up for a CraftedPool account and choose the intent “owner” to create a server page.
• The free Coal plan is available immediately with no card required.

2. Enter your server IP/hostname

• Provide your server’s public IP or hostname. CraftedPool queries that address (no plugin or mod required) and pulls live server status, player count, version, and similar details automatically.

3. Build the page

• Add the sections that matter: server description, banner, staff list, rules, posts/announcements, photo gallery, and any other optional sections.
• Pick a theme and adjust visible sections. Every section is optional so the page can fit small private whitelist servers or large public networks.

4. Configure applications (if needed)

• If on the Iron plan or above, enable whitelist/application forms.
• Define custom application questions and formats.
• Applications submitted by players arrive in a single dashboard where they can be reviewed, approved, or declined (replacing Google Forms or Discord threads).

5. Configure a shop (if needed)

• If on the Gold plan, enable the built‑in shop storefront.
• Create listings for ranks, cosmetics, or packages.
• Payments are processed through Stripe (and Tebex is used where noted for shop payment integrations). The server owner is responsible for fulfilling purchases and complying with any third‑party terms.

6. Set URL and branding options

• Coal (free): public page with standard CraftedPool branding and a clean URL.
• Iron (paid): custom subdomain under craftedpool.com and reduced branding.
• Gold (paid): custom domain support, no CraftedPool branding, and full analytics.

7. Publish and share

• Publish the page to get one public URL to share: post it in Discord, listing sites, social media, or your server MOTD.
• The page shows live status and player count so visitors quickly see whether the server is online and active.

8. Monitor and manage

• Use the dashboard to see applications, posts, shop orders (where enabled), and analytics (Gold plan).
• Posts and announcements keep the page looking active and maintained.

Subscription plans and what they include

• Coal (FREE)
  • Public site with a clean URL
  • Live player count and server status
  • Review integration
  • Standard theme
  • CraftedPool branding
• Iron ($9/month)
  • All Coal features plus:
  • Application forms (whitelist)
  • Photo and media gallery
  • All themes unlocked
  • Custom subdomain (yourserver.craftedpool.com)
  • Minimal CraftedPool branding
• Gold ($19/month)
  • Everything in Iron plus:
  • Custom domain support
  • Full analytics dashboard
  • Built‑in shop storefront
  • No CraftedPool branding

Payments and refunds

• Payments processed via Stripe. CraftedPool does not store full payment details.
• Digital service access begins immediately at purchase; customers waive the 14‑day cancellation right at checkout.
• Refunds are only issued for billing errors or platform faults preventing access.

Live stats, applications, and shop specifics

• Live stats: Pulled by querying the server’s public address. Displays online/offline status, player count, version, and game mode on the page.
• Applications: Available on Iron and above. Submissions are gathered in the dashboard for review, replacing scattered forms or Discord threads.
• Shop: Available on Gold. Players browse and purchase on the CraftedPool page. Payments handled via Stripe (and Tebex integration is used where applicable). The server owner is responsible for fulfilling orders and any disputes.

Affiliate program (overview)

• Apply from the dashboard’s Affiliate page (approval is immediate if account is in good standing).
• Referral tracking: clicks are tracked for 30 days from the first click.
• Commission: Default starting rate is 20% of each invoice for referred customers.
  • Example commissions per month: Iron ($9/mo) → $1.80; Gold ($19/mo) → $3.80.
• Commissions are pending for 30 days (to allow for refunds) then become withdrawable.
• Minimum payout is $50, paid via PayPal. No earnings cap.
• Rules: Be transparent about earning commission. Spamming or unsolicited messaging can lead to suspension.

Quick practical notes

• No server plugin or installation required - only a public IP/hostname that responds to the Minecraft status ping.
• Works with Java and Bedrock and common server software (Paper, Spigot, Fabric, Forge, proxies like Velocity/BungeeCord).
• Free plan is permanent; upgrade anytime (moving up takes seconds).
• CraftedPool integrates with certain third‑party providers for hosting, payments, and storage (listed in Terms & Privacy).

If anything above needs more detail or we should walk through the actual UI flow (sign up → add server → publish) step by step while creating a sample page, say which part to demonstrate and your server IP or example values to use.

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