Best Plugin Recommendations for Survival Servers
Running a survival Minecraft server? The right plugins can transform your server from basic to unforgettable. From economy systems to land claiming and quality-of-life improvements, here are our top plugin recommendations for survival servers using Paper or Spigot.
✅ EssentialsX
Features: Basic commands, home/warp system, spawn point, teleport requests, kits, AFK detection, and more.
Why use it? It’s the foundation for most survival servers — a must-have for player and admin tools.
✅ LuckPerms
Features: Powerful permission system with rank support, GUI options, and MySQL syncing.
Why use it? Control who can do what on your server. Easily manage admin, mod, VIP, and default ranks.
✅ GriefPrevention or Lands
Features: Let players protect land from griefing using claim tools or town-style claiming.
Why use it? Prevents player builds from being destroyed or stolen.
- GriefPrevention (lightweight, easy to use)
- Lands (more advanced, supports towns/nations)
✅ Vault
Features: A backend plugin used by most economy, permissions, and chat plugins.
Why use it? Required by many other plugins (EssentialsX, ChestShop, etc.). Install it even if it doesn't do anything visible.
✅ Economy Plugin (e.g., PlayerPoints, CMI Economy, or EssentialsX Economy)
Features: Add virtual money, currency rewards, shops, and more.
Why use it? Adds value to gameplay and integrates with shops, jobs, and ranks.
✅ Jobs Reborn
Features: Players earn money by doing jobs like mining, farming, building, or fishing.
Why use it? Gives survival players a way to earn and spend money, encouraging long-term play.
✅ Dynmap (Optional but Fun)
Features: Live web map of your world that updates in real-time.
Why use it? Adds a cool online overview of your world — players love it.
✅ CoreProtect
Features: Block logging and rollback tool to undo griefing or track player actions.
Why use it? Essential for server protection and staff investigations.
???? Final Tips
- Keep plugins updated to avoid bugs and security issues.
- Always test new plugins on a test server before adding them to your live one.
- Too many plugins can slow your server down — quality > quantity!
Need help installing or choosing plugins? Contact our support team and we’ll help you set up the perfect survival server.
