How to Allow Multiple Versions to Join Your Minecraft Server with ViaVersion
Let players on different Minecraft versions join your server, whatever version it runs
Let players on different Minecraft versions join your server, whatever version it runs
What is ViaVersion?
ViaVersion translates network traffic between Minecraft versions. Your server keeps its version, while players on newer or older versions can still join.
Getting Started & Installation
- Go to Minecraft, and then go to the "Spigot Plugins" or "Modrinth Mods" depending on your server software.
- Search for "ViaVersion" and install the latest version.
- Restart your server so it loads.
Allowing Older Clients (Optional)
ViaVersion lets newer clients join an older server. To let older clients join a NEWER server, add:
- ViaBackwards: lets older versions join newer servers.
- ViaRewind: adds support for very old versions (1.7-1.8).
Install these the same way, then restart.
Supported versions
Joining
There's nothing to configure. Players launch their version, enter your server address and join.
Important Considerations
- Version Features: A player on an older version won't see newer blocks or features. That's normal.
- Anti-Cheat: Anti-cheat plugins sometimes flag older clients. Check their settings for ViaVersion compatibility.
- Updates: Keep all Via plugins updated to match new Minecraft releases.
Conclusion
With ViaVersion installed, players across many Minecraft versions can join your server. Nothing to configure, it just lets them in.
Similarly, if you are having any type of issue or problem with your server at MCServerHost you can always get in touch with us by joining our Discord server or writing to us at support@mcserverhost.com.
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