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How to Install Mods on Your Minecraft Java Edition Server

How to Install Mods on Your Minecraft Java Edition Server

Install mods on a Minecraft Java Edition server

2 min read
Apr 12, 2026

You can install mods on your server to add new content, mechanics or improvements.

Where can I find mods?

You can find mods on the following platforms:

Add mods

  1. Download the mod
    Download the desired mod as a .jar file. Make sure it matches your mod loader and Minecraft version.

  2. Stop the server
    Stop your server via the dashboard.

  3. Connect via SFTP
    Connect to your server via SFTP.

  4. Upload the mod
    Upload the .jar file to the /mods/ folder.

  5. Start the server
    Start your server.

Remove a mod

  1. Stop the server
    Stop your server via the dashboard.

  2. Delete the mod
    Delete the mod's .jar file from the /mods/ folder.

  3. Start the server
    Start your server.

Written byEmeraldHost Team
Last updated on Aug 20, 2026 Edit on GitHub

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