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How to Install Minecraft Plugins Directly from the Panel

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The 8Bit Hosting panel has a built-in Modrinth plugin browser. You can search millions of plugins and install them in one click, no downloading, no SFTP, no file manager needed.

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Before you start: This browser only works if your server runs Paper, Spigot or Purpur. If you're on Vanilla or Forge, switch server type first.
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Step 1: Panel screenshot Open the Plugins browser

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Log in at panel.8bit-hosting.com, open your server and click Plugins in the left sidebar. The Modrinth marketplace loads inside the panel.

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Step 2: Search for a plugin

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Use the search bar to find what you need. Results show the plugin name, download count and description. Click any result to see full details including compatible Minecraft versions.

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Step 3: Install it

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On the plugin detail page, choose your Minecraft version from the dropdown and click Install. The panel downloads the JAR straight into your server's plugins folder.

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Step 4: Restart the server

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Click Console then Restart. Once back online, the plugin's name appears in the startup messages. [ENABLED] means it's working.

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Configuring plugins

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Most plugins create plugins/PluginName/config.yml on first load. Click Files, open the plugins folder, find your plugin's folder and click the config to edit it inline.

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Common problems

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  • Plugin not loading - Check the console for red errors. Usually a wrong Minecraft version or missing dependency.
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  • Conflict with another plugin - Remove plugins one at a time to find the clash.
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  • "This version is not compatible" - Your server version doesn't match. Update the server or choose an older plugin release.
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