> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.mythiclabs.eu/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Supported Versions

> Minecraft versions, server software, and Java requirements for MythicLabs plugins

MythicLabs plugins target modern Paper-based servers and stay compatible with a rolling window of Minecraft versions. This page reflects the current support matrix - always check it before updating your server or a plugin.

## Minecraft versions

| Version            | Status            | Notes                              |
| ------------------ | ----------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| 1.26.x             | ✅ Fully supported | Recommended version for new setups |
| 1.21.x             | ✅ Fully supported | Recommended version for new setups |
| 1.20.x             | ✅ Fully supported | Actively tested in CI              |
| 1.19.x             | ✅ Supported       | Supported version                  |
| 1.18.x             | ✅ Supported       | Supported version                  |
| 1.17.x and earlier | ❌ Not supported   | Please upgrade your server         |

## Server software

| Software    | Status        | Notes                                                                      |
| ----------- | ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Paper       | ✅ Recommended | Primary development and testing target                                     |
| Purpur      | ✅ Supported   | Fully compatible, inherits Paper support                                   |
| Folia       | ✅ Supported   | Supported; see each plugin's overview page for plugin-specific limitations |
| Spigot      | ✅ Supported   | Supported on all compatible Minecraft versions                             |
| Bukkit      | ✅ Supported   | Supported                                                                  |
| CraftBukkit | ✅ Supported   | Supported                                                                  |

## Java requirements

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="1.20 – 1.26.x">
    Requires **Java 21** or newer.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="1.18 – 1.19.x">
    Requires **Java 17** or newer.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Warning>
  Running a plugin on an unsupported Minecraft version or Java runtime is unsupported and may cause instability. Upgrade before opening a support ticket.
</Warning>

## Update policy

* We support Minecraft versions **1.18.x and newer**, with active development focused on the latest major versions.
* Older versions below 1.18.x are not supported.
* Breaking changes are always announced in the [changelog](/work-in-progress/changelog) before a release.

<Tip>
  Not sure if your setup is compatible? Ask in [Discord](https://dc.mythiclabs.eu) before you update production.
</Tip>