Plugins

Install Plugins on Your Minecraft Server

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Install Plugins on Your Minecraft Server

Plugins extend your server with new commands, game mechanics, and management features. They work with Paper, Spigot, and Purpur servers.

Download Plugins

Download plugins from trusted sources:

  • •SpigotMC (spigotmc.org) - Largest plugin platform

  • •Modrinth (modrinth.com) - Modern marketplace

  • •Hangar (hangar.papermc.io) - Paper's own platform

  • •Bukkit (dev.bukkit.org) - Classic source

    • Installation

  • Download the plugin's .jar file.

  • Connect to your server via SFTP or use the file manager in the Panel.

  • Copy the .jar file into the /plugins/ folder.

  • Restart the server.

  • The plugin will automatically create its configuration files in /plugins/PluginName/ on first start.

    • Configuring Plugins

    Most plugins have a config.yml in their subfolder. You can edit it through the file manager or SFTP. After changes, restart the server or use the /reload command.

    Popular Plugins

  • •EssentialsX - Basic commands (/home, /tpa, /warp, etc.)

  • •WorldEdit - Terrain editing and structure building

  • •LuckPerms - Permission system for player groups

  • •Vault - Economy and permission API

  • •CoreProtect - Grief protection and block logging

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