Plugins allow you to enhance your Minecraft gameplay with new features, commands, and functionalities. In this article, we will explain how to easily install plugins on your Aternos Minecraft: Java Edition server.
Install a supported server software for plugins
You have to install a server software that allows the use of plugins. Currently available on Aternos are:
- PaperMC (recommended): https://aternos.org/software/papermc/
- Purpur: https://aternos.org/software/purpur/
- Spigot: https://aternos.org/software/spigot/
Install a plugin
Aternos offers a wide variety of plugins from multiple platforms, including Curseforge and Modrinth. You can easily find the right plugins for your needs using our search function and install them in just a few clicks. Explore all of our available plugins here: https://aternos.org/addons/. Once you've selected a plugin, simply choose the right version and click the download button next to it.
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Configure your plugin
After starting the server, most plugins generate a config folder with different config files. You can access these files in the files section: https://aternos.org/files/ Most config changes require a server restart.
If you are only interested in server-side and client-side modifications, follow this article about mods: Install mods (Minecraft: Java Edition)