ExploitShield
6.4#12 in minecraft anti-cheat pluginsFree planFree planSelf-hosted
VisitExploitShield vs Shard
What both publish
| Fact | ExploitShield | Shard |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | The README lists Minecraft 1.17.x–1.21.x and Paper, Spigot, and Folia, with Java 17+ required. | The plugin requires Java 17 or newer and a Paper or Folia based server, and supports SQLite or MySQL storage. |
| Purpose | ExploitShield is an open-source Minecraft server plugin for protection against packet exploits, crash attempts, invalid NBT data, malicious payloads, and duplication methods. | Shard provides cloud protection against combat cheats on Minecraft servers. |
| Support | The project directs users to its Discord community for help, bug reports, and feature suggestions, and welcomes GitHub issues and contributions. | Shard lists email for support, billing, and refund requests, plus Telegram and a Discord community. |
ExploitShield plans
- FreeFree
Shard plans
- FreeFree
- Plus1,490 RUB a month
- Pro2,490 RUB a month
- Business3,490 RUB a month
- Scale4,990 RUB a month
- Max7,990 RUB a month
Pick ExploitShield if…
It suits Minecraft server administrators using Paper, Spigot, or Folia who need configurable packet, crash, NBT, and duplication protections. Administrators must meet its Java and plugin dependencies.
Pick Shard if…
Shard suits Minecraft server operators using Paper or Folia who want cloud-based combat-cheat detection and centralized server statistics. The free plan is listed for one server and up to 10 players online; larger server and player limits are available on paid plans.