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Purpur Minecraft Server Software Wiki & Guide

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Server software offering performance improvements and additional configuration options over vanilla.

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Configure Server Performance SettingsAccess the Configuration Files Locate your server's purpur.yml configuration file in the server directory. This file…Install and Manage Bukkit PluginsPrepare Your Server Ensure your Purpur server is running and you have access to the server files. Purpur is fully…Set Up Player Limits and View DistanceLocate Server Configuration Open server.properties and purpur.yml in your server directory. These files control…Troubleshoot Server Lag and Performance IssuesIdentify the Lag Source Use /tps command (if available via plugins) to check server ticks per second. Lag below 20…

Frequently asked questions

How do I start a Purpur server from scratch?
Download the Purpur server JAR file, create a new folder for your server, place the JAR inside, and run it with a Java command (the server will generate necessary files on first launch). After the initial startup completes, you can configure settings in the generated configuration files before restarting.
What's the difference between Purpur and Paper?
Purpur is built on top of Paper and includes all of Paper's optimizations, but adds additional customization options and features specifically designed to give server administrators more control over gameplay mechanics like mob behavior, entity processing, and block interactions.
Can I use my old Bukkit and Spigot plugins on Purpur?
Yes, Purpur is designed to be compatible with most Bukkit and Spigot plugins, though some plugins may have compatibility issues depending on how they were coded. Test your plugins on a test server first to ensure they work as expected.
My server is lagging—where do I start troubleshooting?
Check your view distance and entity processing settings in the configuration files, as these are common causes of lag. You can also monitor chunk loading behavior and mob spawning rates, which Purpur allows you to customize to reduce server strain.

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