# Installation

We told you that this resource will be suitable for any aspiring server owner, no matter how experienced. You'll see from this page alone that we're honoring that commitment! We'll take you step by step through the installation process.

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We strongly recommend using an external FTP client for uploading files to your server. We'd suggest using [WinSCP](https://winscp.net/eng/download.php), but [FileZilla](https://download.filezilla-project.org/client/FileZilla_3.67.0_win64_sponsored-setup.exe) will work fine as well.
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**Turn off your server**

Make sure your server is **OFFLINE** before starting Step 1!
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## Before you begin...

This setup guide is assuming you already have a Velocity/Bungeecord instance set up and ready to go. We do not explain how to set up a network - you will need to do this yourself. Helpful guides can be found below, or for video guides simply search on YouTube. Alternatively, we can set up your velocity network for you for a fee - see the addons on our page!\
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**Velocity Installation Guide (Recommended)** [**https://forums.papermc.io/threads/velocity-configuration-and-setup-guide.521/**](https://forums.papermc.io/threads/velocity-configuration-and-setup-guide.521/)\
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**Bungeecord Installation Guide** [**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbhZUhdLs44**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbhZUhdLs44)

## Step #1 -> Set your Server Type (jar file)

Set your server version to 1.21.10 in your panel. You should be looking for something along the lines of "Server Type" or "Jar Manager" on your panel, either on the main page or on the sidebar. In the image below, we'll be using PebbleHost as an example. Alternatively, download the Paper 1.21.10 jar from [https://papermc.io/downloads/paper](https://papermc.io/downloads/pape).

<figure><img src="https://2648110146-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FRD7rVMePXiPrgildNYWU%2Fuploads%2FzYBuLYFkzAKxd095IREz%2FScreenshot%202025-12-09%20163048.png?alt=media&#x26;token=615bc2f7-56f9-4a68-8083-b35dfbb8e909" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example of PebbleHost's server type selector. Most panels will look similar to this.</p></figcaption></figure>

## Step #3 -> Delete all existing files and directories

Since you'll be uploading the files from our setup, you need to all files currently stored on your server.

## Step #4 -> Upload the "server\_files.zip" file

Upload the `server_files.zip` file into your main directory.

## Step #4 -> Extract the .zip file

You'll want to use the FTP client from your hosting provider to extract a .zip file. Select the file, then click "Extract", "Unzip" or "Unarchive". The wording will differ slightly based on what provider you're using for your hosting.

<figure><img src="https://2648110146-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FRD7rVMePXiPrgildNYWU%2Fuploads%2Fp0mMqKLfTCi4xZOqopwM%2Fimage%20(1).png?alt=media&#x26;token=f550d9a7-f899-4d2e-a17f-1e8d6114fd90" alt=""><figcaption><p>Extracting a .zip file using a Multicraft panel</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://2648110146-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FRD7rVMePXiPrgildNYWU%2Fuploads%2FWixm3k25OWZRD29VjNH6%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=650b91af-1d2f-47d0-bc8e-7f097fc42be1" alt=""><figcaption><p>Extracting a .zip file using a Pterodactyl panel</p></figcaption></figure>

## Step #5 -> Download the following Plugins

There are a few plugins that cannot include in our setup as they are Premium plugins, however some  developers allow you to download these for free. Download below:

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**MOST are free, BUT... consider supporting these brilliant developers!**\
These developers have produced some fantastic plugins, and while most of the developers allow you to download them for free if you wish, please consider supporting their work by purchasing them!\
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We have provided links to both the respective paid and free (if applicable) plugins.
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<table><thead><tr><th width="122" align="center">Plugin</th><th width="125" align="center">Version Needed</th><th width="163" align="center">Paid Version</th><th width="120" align="center">Free Version</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center">Citizens</td><td align="center">2.0.40-b4015.jar</td><td align="center"><a href="https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/citizens.13811/">Buy and Download</a></td><td align="center"><a href="https://ci.citizensnpcs.co/job/Citizens2/4015/artifact/dist/target/Citizens-2.0.40-b4015.jar">Download</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center">PL-Hide</td><td align="center">2.0.5</td><td align="center"><a href="https://builtbybit.com/resources/plugin-hide-pro.29296/">Buy and Download</a></td><td align="center"><a href="https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/plugin-hide-1-13-choose-which-commands-players-can-execute-and-see.68767/">Download</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center">TAB</td><td align="center">5.3.2</td><td align="center">None</td><td align="center"><a href="https://builtbybit.com/resources/tab.20631/">Download</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

Put all of the above plugins in your /plugins directory.

## Step #6 -> Start up your server

Once everything has been extracted, you're good to go! Start up your server and enjoy the setup!

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Your server may take longer to boot than normal on the first load, as it generates core server files. Just be patient and allow it time to do its thing!
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You may see some messages from plugins when you join or load up the server telling you updates are available. These messages are only visible to server operators. Please see our FAQ for more information regarding plugin updates.
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## Step #7 -> Granting Permissions

To unlock access to all commands, type `op <your username>` in console. You can also type `lp user <your username> group set owner` to grant yourself the Owner rank.

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#### Installation is complete!

There will be some more basic configuration required to brand the server as your own, but you'll find out everything you need to do on the next few pages.
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