Skip to main content Adding Custom Mods to Your Server Custom mods allow you to create unique Minecraft experiences tailored to your server’s theme. This guide shows you how to safely add individual mods to your server using HostByte’s Game Panel. 🛠️
⚙️ What are Custom Mods? Custom mods are individual modifications that add new features:
✅ New Items - Weapons, tools, blocks, and materials
✅ New Mechanics - Gameplay systems and features
✅ New Dimensions - Additional worlds and realms
✅ Quality of Life - UI improvements and utilities
✅ Performance - Optimization and enhancement mods
⚠️ Important: Prerequisites Before adding custom mods, ensure you have:
⚠️ Compatible Versions - All mods must match your Minecraft version
⚠️ Adequate RAM - Each mod requires additional memory
⚠️ Backup Created - Always backup before adding mods
⭐ Tip: Check our Server Slots and Performance guide for RAM recommendations.⚙️ Step 1: Find Compatible Mods Popular mod sources and their features:
Source Mod Types Quality CurseForge All types Excellent Modrinth Modern mods Very Good Planet Minecraft Legacy mods Good GitHub Development versions Variable
⚙️ Step 2: Check Compatibility Essential compatibility checks:
⚙️ Version Compatibility
✅ Minecraft Version - Mod must support your server version
