Minecraft Admin Commands & Permissions
Essential commands and permission management for Minecraft server administrators
Introduction to Minecraft Administration
Effectively managing a Minecraft server requires knowledge of essential admin commands and understanding permission systems. This guide covers the most important commands and permission frameworks for server administrators on Wasabi Hosting.
Basic Operator Commands
Server Management Commands
Using /reload
can cause issues with some plugins. A full server restart is often safer.
World Management
Player Management
Permission Systems
Most servers use plugin-based permission systems rather than the basic operator system. Here are the most popular options:
LuckPerms
LuckPerms is the most widely used permission management plugin, offering:
- Group-based permissions
- Temporary permissions
- Context-based permissions (world, server, etc.)
- Web editor for easier management
- Track system for promotion paths
Essential LuckPerms Commands
The LuckPerms web editor is the easiest way to manage complex permission setups.
Permission Nodes Structure
Permission nodes follow a hierarchical structure:
Examples:
essentials.teleport
- Allows using teleport commandsworldedit.region.set
- Allows setting blocks in a region
Wildcard Permissions
Wildcards grant multiple permissions at once:
Use wildcards cautiously as they may grant more permissions than intended.
Permission Groups Best Practices
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Create a clear hierarchy:
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Use permission inheritance to avoid duplication:
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Set default group for new players:
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Use prefix/suffix system for chat formatting:
Advanced Permission Management
Permission Priority
When a player has conflicting permissions from different groups, the system uses priorities:
- Most specific node wins over wildcards
- Explicit negated permissions (-node) override positive ones
- Higher group weight/priority takes precedence
Context-Based Permissions
Grant permissions only in specific contexts:
This grants the flight permission only in the “skyworld” world.
Temporary Permissions
Grant time-limited permissions:
This grants flight for 7 days.
Gamepanel Console Access
As a server owner using Wasabi Hosting’s Gamepanel, you can:
- Access the server console directly from the panel
- Run admin commands without being in-game
- View real-time logs and error messages
- Schedule automated commands using the panel’s scheduler
- Manage server files and configurations
Common Permission Plugin Combinations
For a comprehensive admin toolkit, consider these plugin combinations:
- LuckPerms + EssentialsX - Core permissions and commands
- LuckPerms + EssentialsX + LiteBans - Add advanced ban management
- LuckPerms + EssentialsX + CoreProtect - Add griefing prevention/rollback
Troubleshooting Permissions
If permissions aren’t working as expected:
- Check for conflicting plugins
- Verify permission node spelling
- Look for negated permissions (-node)
- Check group inheritance chains
- Verify context settings (world, server)
- Check the console for permission-related errors
Security Best Practices
- Limit operator status - Use permission plugins instead
- Regularly audit permissions - Remove unnecessary access
- Use 2FA plugins for sensitive admin accounts
- Log admin actions with plugins like CoreProtect
- Rotate staff passwords periodically
- Never share console access except with trusted admins
By following these guidelines and best practices, you’ll be able to effectively manage your Minecraft server on Wasabi Hosting while maintaining security and providing a smooth experience for your players.