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Using the Plugins Page: Your Guide to the Best Minecraft Extensions

Learn how to use the GG-S plugins page to find, compare, and install the perfect plugins for your Minecraft server.

By GG-S Team 5/16/2026
Using the Plugins Page: Your Guide to the Best Minecraft Extensions

Using the GG-S Plugins Page

Our plugins page provides a comprehensive collection of over 20 carefully selected Minecraft plugins for Paper servers. In this guide, we’ll show you how to use the page in the best way to find the perfect extensions for your server.

What are plugins?

Plugins are extensions that enhance the functionality of your Minecraft server. They allow you to introduce new gameplay mechanics, manage your server, moderate players, and much more — all without changing the game world.

Exploring the plugins page

Hero section

When you visit our plugins page, you will first see a large title with a short description:

  • Title: "Minecraft Plugins"
  • Subtitle: Brief explanation of what you’ll find
  • Search bar: Input field to quickly search plugins

Category filters

Our plugins are organized into 5 main categories:

  • Essential (3 plugins): Core tools for every server (e.g. EssentialsX, LiteChat)
  • Moderation (4 plugins): Admin and moderation tools (e.g. LiteBans for bans/mutes)
  • Gameplay (3 plugins): Game mechanics and features (e.g. Citizens for NPCs)
  • Utilities (7 plugins): Practical tools (e.g. CoreProtect for block logging)
  • Cosmetics (4 plugins): Visual improvements and effects

Click a filter button to display only plugins in that category. The button also shows the number of plugins available.

Finding and comparing plugins

Search function

The search bar filters plugins in real time:

1. Click into the search field

2. Enter a name or keyword (e.g. "Chat", "Protection", "Economy")

3. Results update automatically

The search covers both plugin names and descriptions — perfect for quickly finding the right plugin.

Understanding plugin cards

Each plugin card shows important information at a glance:

  • Plugin name: Displayed at the top in large text
  • Category badge: Color-coded (Essential = Blue, Moderation = Red, etc.)
  • Geyser compatibility: 📱 icon shows Bedrock support
  • Rating: 5-star rating in the corner
  • Download count: How often the plugin was downloaded (e.g. "1.5M")
  • Last update: When the plugin was last updated
  • Description: Short explanation of what the plugin does

Installing plugins

Download button

Each plugin card has a green "Download" button:

1. Click "Download"

2. A window opens with different versions

3. Select the version matching your server

4. Choose the download source (PaperMC, Modrinth, etc.)

5. The plugin JAR file will be downloaded

Installation guide

For detailed installation instructions:

1. Click "📚 Installation Guide" under the plugin

2. A step-by-step guide will open

3. Follow the instructions carefully for best compatibility

Requirements check

Before installing, you should check requirements:

1. Click "ℹ️ Requirements"

2. Review required plugins or server versions

3. Ensure your server meets all requirements

Popular plugins explained

EssentialsX (Essential)

The most widely used plugin for Paper servers. It provides:

  • Player teleportation
  • Warps and homes
  • Economy system
  • Chat formatting and colors

Downloads: 1.5M+

Rating: 4.9 / 5 stars

LiteBans (Moderation)

For a well-moderated server experience:

  • Ban management
  • Mute system
  • Warning system
  • Database logging

CoreProtect (Utilities)

Protection against griefing and vandalism:

  • Logs all block changes
  • Rollback damaged areas
  • Player activity tracking
  • Essential for large communities

Tips for choosing plugins

For new servers

Start with essential plugins:

1. EssentialsX – must-have for every server

2. LiteChat – improved chat system

3. CoreProtect – protection against griefing

For larger communities

Add moderation tools:

1. LiteBans – ban and mute management

2. Citizens – NPCs for quests and shops

3. Dynmap – live server map

Performance tip

Don’t install too many plugins at once:

  • Start with 5–7 plugins
  • Test thoroughly
  • Add more gradually
  • Use /plugins to view active plugins

Geyser compatibility

The 📱 icon means the plugin supports Bedrock players (mobile and console). This is important if your server supports both Java and Bedrock editions.

Frequently asked questions

Which Minecraft versions are supported?

Many plugins support multiple versions:

  • 1.21 (latest)
  • 1.20.1 (stable)
  • 1.19.2 and older

Always choose the version matching your server.

Can plugins destroy my world?

No, plugins do not modify the world structure. They only add features. With CoreProtect, you can even restore changes.

Do I need to restart my server after installing plugins?

Yes, in most cases a restart is required. Some plugins support reload, but this is rare.

Which plugin should I install first?

Start with EssentialsX. It is the foundation of most Paper servers.

Next steps

1. Visit https://gg-s.org/en/games/minecraft/plugins

2. Explore categories

3. Read plugin descriptions and ratings

4. Choose plugins that fit your vision

5. Follow installation guides

6. Restart your server

7. Test everything


Tip: Many plugins have online documentation. Search the plugin name + "documentation" or check GitHub.

Let’s get started!

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