ModWatch
The ultimate all-in-one security suite for total mod control and automated fair play on your server.
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About this Mod
ModWatch
The ultimate bridge between Server Administration and Player Integrity.
What is ModWatch?
ModWatch is a synchronization system designed to give server owners full visibility into the client-side environment of their players. By pairing a Bukkit/Spigot/Paper plugin with a lightweight Fabric client mod, you can ensure that your server remains a fair playground for everyone.
[!NOTE]
For Players: You only need to install the Client Mod.
For Server Owners: You need to install the Server Plugin on your server.
Why choose ModWatch?
Instant Insight: Admins can see a full list of a player's mods and active resource packs with a single command.
Automated Blacklist: Instantly punish players using forbidden IDs like xray,wurst, orfreecam.
Periodic Challenges: Our unique security layer sends hidden verification "challenges" every 30 seconds to ensure players can't bypass the check after joining.
Global Search: Want to know who's using a specific mod? Use /modwatch find <name>to scan everyone online.
Anti-Outdated: Enforce a minimum version of the mod to keep your security standards high.
Advanced Security
ModWatch doesn't just check once on join. It uses a Challenge-Response protocol:
- Join Handshake: 2 seconds after joining, the server requests data.
- Periodic Pings: Every 30 seconds, a new random challenge is generated.
- Verification: If a client fails to reply or sends an invalid response, they are immediately kicked.
- Resilience: Optimized networking handles connection spikes and cross-platform communication seamlessly.
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Kick message if you have a mod that is blacklisted
Commands & Permissions
| Command | Action | Permission |
|---|---|---|
/modwatch <player> |
Inspect a player's mods/packs | modwatch.admin |
/modwatch find <key> |
Search all players for a mod | modwatch.admin |
/modwatch reload |
Reload the config & blacklist | modwatch.admin |
Installation
For Players
- Download the latest client JAR.
- Drop it into your
.minecraft/modsfolder. - Requires Fabric API & Minecraft 1.21.1.
For Server Admins
- Download the latest plugin JAR.
- Drop it into your server's
pluginsfolder. - Configure your blacklist in
plugins/ModWatch/config.yml.
Created with precision for the Minecraft community.
Available Versions
How to Install ModWatch 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 (26.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "ModWatch". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.1, 1.21.11, 1.21.10 (+10 more)
Server-side
~ OptionalRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
ModWatch 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 (26.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is ModWatch compatible with bukkit and fabric and paper and purpur and spigot?
ModWatch officially supports bukkit, fabric, paper, purpur, spigot for Minecraft 26.1, 1.21.11, 1.21.10. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with ModWatch – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if ModWatch 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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