MyPermissions

Overview

MyPermissions is a self-hosted Minecraft server plugin for managing groups and player permissions through a web editor and an in-game GUI. It is a focused option for administrators who want both browser and in-game controls; its usefulness depends on compatibility with the server’s Minecraft version.

Key features

Groups support prefixes, suffixes, permissions, negations and ranks, along with a default group. That gives administrators a way to organize shared access and rank presentation, while in-game group configuration can suit changes made without switching to a browser. Individual players can also receive permissions and negations, allowing exceptions to be handled separately from group rules.

The web editor can manage players and groups, create and configure groups, add or remove players, set the default group and reload the plugin. This combination is the main distinction in its workflow: routine administration can happen in a browser or in-game. The project directs users to its wiki and Discord for help and feature requests.

Pricing

MyPermissions costs nothing and is described as open-source software. The free plan is the Minecraft permissions plugin, so administrators can use its core purpose without a paid plan. No separate paid tier or trial is part of the offer; this is a straightforward fit for servers seeking a no-cost permissions tool, rather than a product with multiple service levels.

Platforms

MyPermissions is self-hosted and has a web interface. It is identified as a Paper plugin, with Bukkit, Spigot and Paper among its supported platforms. The displayed Minecraft version range is 1.21 through 1.21.8, and version 1.3.6 is the latest listed release, dated September 22, 2025. Check that range against the server before adopting it. The project page also points to Modrinth for downloads.

Who it's for

MyPermissions suits Minecraft server administrators who want group features such as ranks and prefixes alongside individual player permissions, and who value the option to make changes through both web and in-game interfaces. It is less compelling for administrators whose server falls outside the displayed Minecraft range or who do not need the combined workflow.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Group and player permissions are both supported, including negations, so exceptions need not be handled solely through group configuration.
• Pro: A web editor and in-game configuration provide two routes for managing groups and players.
• Pro: The software is open source and free, with a free plan.
• Con: The displayed Minecraft version range is 1.21 through 1.21.8, which may not suit servers on other versions.
• Con: Its scope is permissions and group management; servers looking for a different plugin purpose should consider another tool.

Alternatives

Minecraft Permissions Plugins is a useful place to compare more options. GroupManager is another free, self-hosted permissions option if you do not need MyPermissions’ stated web editor and in-game controls. LuckPerms is also free and spans API, Linux, self-hosted and web platforms, making it a possible pick when that broader platform range matters. BungeePerms may fit a setup using BungeeCord or Velocity alongside Spigot or PaperSpigot. Multipass is the alternative to consider for Nukkit.

Nimbus AntiCheat serves a different need: its free offering is an anti-cheat tool with checks, punishments, player reports and staff inspection tools. MultiPerms, PermissionManager and ServerRoles are other free alternatives.

Verdict

Choose MyPermissions if you run a compatible Minecraft server and want group and individual permission management with both web and in-game controls, at no cost. Look elsewhere if your server is outside the displayed version range or if another platform or plugin purpose is a better match.