Minecraft Mod

Architectury API by shedaniel

An intermediary api aimed to ease developing multiplatform mods.

Downloads: 88600333 · Followers: 7557 · updated 1 week ago · Latest: uNG0WqnM

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About Architectury API

Architectury API is a Minecraft mod published on Modrinth by shedaniel. An intermediary api aimed to ease developing multiplatform mods.

On the technical side, Architectury API ships for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Architectury API maintains compatibility with 32 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.16.5 up to Minecraft 26.2. Always download the file that matches your Minecraft version, and re-check the version dropdown after any Mojang release to avoid crash-on-launch bugs.

Content-wise, Architectury API is categorized as Library. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft mod category so you can pair it with other mods from the same tag on this site.

Popularity: Architectury API has been downloaded 88.6M times on Modrinth and was updated 1 week ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that shedaniel is actively maintaining Architectury API.

Compatibility & requirements

Environment: Client + server — Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Loaders / platforms: Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt

Supported Minecraft versions (32): 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1, 1.21.9, 1.21.8, 1.21.7, 1.21.6, 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2, 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4, 1.19.3, 1.19.2, 1.19.1, 1.19, 1.18.2, 1.18.1, 1.18, 1.17.1, 1.16.5

Categories: Library

How to install Architectury API

  1. Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.2.
  2. Install the right loader. Architectury API needs Fabric for your Minecraft version.
  3. Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check Architectury API appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.

Frequently asked questions about Architectury API

Which Minecraft versions does Architectury API support?

Architectury API lists support for 32 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.16.5. Always match the version of the file you download to the Minecraft version your world or server is running.

What mod loader or server platform do I need to run Architectury API?

Architectury API publishes files for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping Architectury API into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.

Does Architectury API need to be installed on my Minecraft server?

Architectury API supports installation on both the client and the server. For full functionality (like synced world features or client-side rendering), install it on both sides.

Who created Architectury API?

Architectury API is published on Modrinth by shedaniel. The project was first published 2086 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and shedaniel's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.

Is Architectury API still being updated?

Yes — Architectury API was updated 1 week ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from shedaniel generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.

Is Architectury API safe to download from Modrinth?

Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that shedaniel uploads for Architectury API. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading Architectury API directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install mod files from unknown third-party sites.

How popular is Architectury API?

Architectury API has been downloaded 88,600,333 times (88.6M) on Modrinth and has 7,557 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft mod.

What license does Architectury API use?

Architectury API is distributed under the GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling Architectury API into a modpack.

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Source, safety, and licensing

Architectury API is indexed by MinecraftBible directly from the official Modrinth REST API. All files are hosted on Modrinth, which virus-scans and moderates every upload from shedaniel before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install mod files from unknown mirrors.

License: GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license (LGPL-3.0-only).

Freshness signal: Architectury API was updated 1 week ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.

Author profile: Visit shedaniel's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.

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