
Ground Clear
Configurable automatic ground item clearing for Minecraft servers.
About this Mod
GroundClear
GroundClear is a lightweight server utility mod that automatically clears dropped ground items on a configurable timer.
It is made for server owners who want a simple way to reduce item buildup without installing a large performance or administration mod.
Features
- Automatically clears dropped ground items
- Configurable clear interval
- Configurable countdown warnings
- Option to disable announcements
- Manual clear command
- Config reload command
- Status command
- Minimum item age protection
- Ignored item and world lists
- Named item protection
- Simple JSON config
Default Behavior
By default, GroundClear clears dropped ground items every 10 minutes.
Warnings are sent at:
- 5 minutes
- 2 minutes
- 1 minute
- 30 seconds
Items must be at least 60 seconds old before automatic cleanup removes them.
Commands
Commands require OP permission level 2 by default.
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/groundclear status |
Shows whether GroundClear is enabled and when the next clear will happen. |
/groundclear now |
Immediately clears dropped ground items. |
/groundclear reload |
Reloads the config without restarting the server. |
Configuration
GroundClear creates a config file after the server starts at config/groundclear.json.
For setup instructions, command usage, config options, and examples, visit the GroundClear Documentation.
Additional Minecraft versions and mod loaders may be added in future releases.
Always download the file that matches your Minecraft version and mod loader.
Sponsor
Modpack Usage
You may include GroundClear in modpacks.
Available Versions
How to Install Ground Clear on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set bukkit Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the bukkit loader and matching Minecraft version (26.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Ground Clear". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1 (+48 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Ground Clear server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong bukkit version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (26.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Ground Clear compatible with bukkit and fabric and forge and neoforge and paper and purpur and spigot?
Ground Clear officially supports bukkit, fabric, forge, neoforge, paper, purpur, spigot for Minecraft 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Ground Clear – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Ground Clear consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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