Can Bedrock servers use plugins (PocketMine plugins)? — Minecraft

Q: Can vanilla Bedrock use plugins?

No. The vanilla bedrock_server binary has no plugin support. You need PocketMine-MP or Nukkit.

Can a Bedrock server run plugins? Only if it runs the right software. The vanilla Bedrock binary does not support plugins at all. This article explains your options.

Which Bedrock software supports plugins

Plugins on Bedrock require PocketMine-MP (or Nukkit), each of which has its own plugin ecosystem. The vanilla bedrock_server binary does not support plugins.

Keep in mind:

PocketMine plugins are different from Java plugins — they are not interchangeable.
The PocketMine/Nukkit plugin selection is smaller than the Java world.

If you want the Java plugin ecosystem

If your goal is the rich library of Java plugins but with Bedrock players, there is a better route:

Run a Java server.
Add Geyser so Bedrock players can join.
Use standard Java plugins as normal.

Tip: For most people who "want plugins and Bedrock players," Java + Geyser gives more plugins and easier crossplay than PocketMine.

Frequently asked questions

Can vanilla Bedrock use plugins? No. The vanilla bedrock_server binary has no plugin support. You need PocketMine-MP or Nukkit.

Are PocketMine plugins the same as Java plugins? No. They are a separate ecosystem and are fewer in number than Java plugins.

What if I want lots of plugins with Bedrock players? Run Java + Geyser instead. You get the full Java plugin world plus Bedrock crossplay.