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Best Minecraft anti-cheat plugins in 2026
- 53 apps
- How the order is worked out
- 1
GuardAC
Free plan Open source APIWebGuardAC combines server-side combat detection with staff alerts and configurable enforcement. Check the Java requirements and cloud data flow against your server’s setup before choosing it.
- 2
AntiGuard
Free plan APISelf-hostedWebAntiGuard offers server-side detection, enforcement actions, a dashboard, and a REST API at no cost. Its stated requirements are specific to Paper or Purpur 1.20.x and Java 17.
- 3
Intave
Free plan Self-hostedWebIntave offers a free entry plan and broader listed detection coverage on its paid plans, with several response options.
- 4
MLSAC
Free plan WebWindowsMLSAC combines remote combat analysis with configurable enforcement for Minecraft servers. Consider its cloud data handling and daily request pause when choosing a plan.
- 5
CheckHacks
Free plan Self-hostedWebCheckHacks offers server-side checks, configurable detections and browser-based scan management at no cost.
- 6
MOG-ANTICHEAT
Free plan Self-hostedMOG-ANTICHEAT provides a free set of checks and immediate enforcement controls for compatible Minecraft servers.
- 7
Advanced Anti-Cheat
Free plan Self-hostedThe plugin lists a wide range of checks for PocketMine-MP, but its vAlpha label and feature-status caveat call for care. Review which options are active before relying on a particular protection.
- 8
VelocityGuard
Free plan APISelf-hostedVelocityGuard focuses on movement cheats, with configurable leniency, exemptions, and setback enforcement. Check the differing Paper version details against the server before installing.
- 9
ExploitShield
Free plan Self-hostedExploitShield offers a broad set of configurable server protections and response actions. Server administrators should check the listed Minecraft version and dependency requirements before using it.
- 10
FoxAddition Anti-Cheat
Free plan Self-hostedFoxAddition provides configurable checks and several listed enforcement responses for supported Minecraft servers.
- 11
GK AntiCheat
Free plan Self-hostedGK AntiCheat lists verification, enforcement, and administration tools for certain Minecraft server setups.
- 12
Grace Anticheat
Free plan Self-hostedGrace combines configurable alerts and enforcement with proxy and standalone Paper deployment options. It remains in beta, and its core detection logic is closed source.
- 13
Medusa
Free plan Self-hostedChoose Medusa if you run a compatible Spigot server and want configurable server-side detection with moderation actions and integration options.
- 14
MX Anticheat
Free plan Self-hostedChoose MX Anticheat if you operate a Minecraft server and want configurable aim-hack detection with on-server training and administration tools.
- 15
Nimbus AntiCheat
Free plan Self-hostedNimbus offers configurable cheat detection and staff tools at no listed cost. Operators should note its Java, PacketEvents and Paper requirements, and that punishments start disabled.
- 16
NoCheatPlus
Free plan Self-hostedNoCheatPlus provides configurable server-side checks and several ways to respond to violations.
- 17
TruthfulAC
Free plan Self-hostedTruthfulAC lists a range of anti-cheat checks and is free to use, but its maker warns that the current version produces many false flags.
- 18
Windfall Anti-Cheat
Free plan Self-hostedWindfall provides broad exploit detection and configurable enforcement for several Minecraft server platforms at no listed cost.
- 19
xoxo AntiCheat
Free plan Self-hostedChoose xoxo AntiCheat if you run a supported Paper, Bukkit, or Spigot server and want configurable checks, rubberbanding, and automatic bans in a free MIT-licensed plugin.
- 20
GuardianAC
Free plan Self-hostedGuardianAC is a free option for the specific Paper and Minecraft 1.18 combination listed. Check the compatibility and unspecified license before choosing it.
- 21
Shard
Free plan Self-hostedWebShard combines a server plugin with a cloud dashboard, and offers a free plan as well as paid plans with higher player, server, and credit limits.
- 22
Vacan
Free plan Self-hostedChoose Vacan if you run a self-hosted Minecraft server and want the listed detection checks and moderation commands at no cost. Its tested version range extends from 1.12 through 1.21.
- 23
VoidAC
Free plan APISelf-hostedVoidAC provides broad detection coverage with confidence-based enforcement and administrative review tools.
- 24
Moa
Free plan LinuxMoa provides several focused retro-system simulations and useful debugging controls in a free Rust project.
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IceLater
Free plan Self-hostedIceLater focuses on configurable detection and cumulative violation enforcement for Spigot and Paper.
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price