Minecraft Plugin
GriefPrevention by RoboMWM
The self-service anti-griefing Bukkit plugin for Minecraft servers since 2011.
Downloads: 167620 · Followers: 261 · updated 5 months ago · Latest: dGfCZHqk
About GriefPrevention
GriefPrevention is a Minecraft plugin published on Modrinth by RoboMWM. The self-service anti-griefing Bukkit plugin for Minecraft servers since 2011.
On the technical side, GriefPrevention ships for Bukkit, Paper, Purpur, Spigot. Installs on the Minecraft server. Vanilla clients can connect without extra files.
GriefPrevention maintains compatibility with 32 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.17 up to Minecraft 26.1.2. 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, GriefPrevention is categorized as Management, and Utility. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft plugin category so you can pair it with other plugins from the same tag on this site.
Popularity: GriefPrevention has been downloaded 167.6k times on Modrinth and was updated 5 months ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that RoboMWM is actively maintaining GriefPrevention.
Compatibility & requirements
Environment: Server only — Installs on the Minecraft server. Vanilla clients can connect without extra files.
Loaders / platforms: Bukkit, Paper, Purpur, Spigot
Supported Minecraft versions (32): 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, 1.20.3, 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, 1.17
Categories: Management, Utility
How to install GriefPrevention
- Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.1.2.
- Place the .jar into your server's plugins folder. Restart the server and run
/pluginsto verify. - Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check GriefPrevention appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.
Frequently asked questions about GriefPrevention
Which Minecraft versions does GriefPrevention support?
GriefPrevention lists support for 32 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.1.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.17. 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 GriefPrevention?
GriefPrevention publishes files for Bukkit, Paper, Purpur, Spigot. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping GriefPrevention into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.
Does GriefPrevention need to be installed on my Minecraft server?
GriefPrevention is a server-side plugin. Install it on your Minecraft server. Players joining with a vanilla client generally do not need to install anything extra.
Who created GriefPrevention?
GriefPrevention is published on Modrinth by RoboMWM. The project was first published 1136 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and RoboMWM's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.
Is GriefPrevention still being updated?
Yes — GriefPrevention was updated 5 months ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from RoboMWM generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.
Is GriefPrevention safe to download from Modrinth?
Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that RoboMWM uploads for GriefPrevention. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading GriefPrevention directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install plugin files from unknown third-party sites.
How popular is GriefPrevention?
GriefPrevention has been downloaded 167,620 times (167.6k) on Modrinth and has 261 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft plugin.
What license does GriefPrevention use?
GriefPrevention is distributed under the GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling GriefPrevention into a modpack.
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Source, safety, and licensing
GriefPrevention 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 RoboMWM before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install plugin files from unknown mirrors.
License: GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license (GPL-3.0-only).
Freshness signal: GriefPrevention was updated 5 months ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.
Author profile: Visit RoboMWM's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.
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