How to add plugins to your Minecraft server

✅ Requirements

• A Minecraft server hosted on Final Hosting

• Your server must be running a plugin-compatible version (e.g., Spigot, Paper, or Purpur — NOT Vanilla or Forge).

1. Login to The FinalHosting Panel

• Go to your assigned panel URL (e.g., https://panel.thefinalhosting.com).

• Enter your login credentials and access your server dashboard.

2. Stop Your Server

• Navigate to the server you want to manage.

• Click "Stop" to prevent file corruption while uploading plugins.

3. Access the File Manager

• From the left-hand menu, click “File Manager.”

• Navigate to the plugins folder in the server directory.

4. Upload the Plugin

• Inside the plugins folder, click the “Upload” button in the top right.

• Drag and drop or select your plugin .jar file to upload.

• Wait for the upload to complete — you should see the file appear in the list.

5. Start Your Server

• Go back to the main console view.

• Click "Start" to boot up your server.

• The plugin will now initialize; if successful, it will create a folder in /plugins with config files.

6. Verify the Plugin

• Use the in-game command /plugins or check the console logs to see if your plugin loaded correctly.

• If it doesn't appear, double-check:

  • You’re using a compatible server type (Spigot/Paper).

  • The plugin file wasn’t corrupted or is the correct version for your Minecraft server version.

Additional Tips

• Plugin Compatibility: Always check that the plugin matches your Minecraft server version.

• Configuration: Most plugins generate a config file (.yml) inside their own folder. You can edit these via the File Manager or SFTP.

• Dependencies: Some plugins require other libraries or plugins to work (e.g., Vault, PlaceholderAPI). Be sure to read the plugin documentation.

Optional: Using SFTP for Bulk Uploads

For uploading multiple plugins or larger files:

1. Go to “Dashboard” on your server panel page and find your SFTP details.

2. Use a client like FileZilla to connect.

3. Navigate to the /plugins folder and upload your plugin .jar files.