BanManager
5.9#4 in minecraft moderation pluginsWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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ChatSentinel
5.3#10 in minecraft moderation pluginsSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | BanManager | ChatSentinel |
|---|---|---|
| Database options | BanManager supports local H2 storage and remote MySQL or MariaDB storage. | SQLite is the default storage backend, with MySQL and PostgreSQL also supported. |
| Purpose | BanManager is a suite of moderation plugins and apps for Minecraft servers. | ChatSentinel is a multi-layered chat moderation plugin for Minecraft Paper servers. |
| Support | The maker directs users to its Discord, GitHub discussions, and FAQ for support and feature requests. | The README directs users to report issues through the repository’s GitHub Issues page and asks them to include reproduction steps, version details, and relevant redacted logs. |
Pick BanManager if…
BanManager suits Minecraft server operators who need moderation tools across supported server platforms, with an optional self-hosted web interface for staff workflows.
Pick ChatSentinel if…
ChatSentinel suits Minecraft Paper server operators who want local chat filtering with optional API-based review. It is for administrators able to meet the listed Java and Paper requirements and manage a self-hosted plugin.