# 🔌 Installing Minecraft Plugins

Expanse Panel gives you two ways to install plugins for Paper, Spigot, or Purpur servers:
Use the built-in Plugin Manager for one-click installs, or upload plugins manually if you prefer.

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# ✅ Option 1: Using the Plugin Manager

1. Log in to the Expanse Panel.
2. Go to your Minecraft server.
3. Click the Plugins Installer tab.
4. Use the search bar to find the plugin you want.
5. Click Install on any plugin you want.
6. Restart the server once you're done.

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# 🛠️ Option 2: Manual Plugin Upload

For plugins not available in the Plugin Manager, you can upload them yourself:

1. Download the plugin .jar file from a trusted site (e.g. SpigotMC or Modrinth).
2. Log in to the Expanse Panel.
3. Open your Minecraft server.
4. Go to the File Manager.
5. Navigate to the plugins/ folder.
6. Upload the .jar file here.
7. Restart the server.

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# Running forge or fabric?

If you're using Forge or Fabric, you can install mods instead of plugins. Check out our guide on Installing Minecraft Mods for more details.