Using the Console for Moderation

The Console is your cockpit. It’s the most powerful tool you have, especially if you can’t actually jump into the game to deal with a situation yourself. From kicking players to stopping a rule-breaker in their tracks, everything happens here.

1. Fast Action Commands

You can run these directly in the Mission Control Console (no / needed). Here’s the "Moderator's Toolbox":

Action	Command	What happens?
Kick	`kick <player> [reason]`	The player is disconnected but can join back immediately.
Ban	`ban <player> [reason]`	The player is blocked across all their login sessions.
IP-Ban	`ban-ip <player>`	Blocks their entire internet connection (Harder to bypass).
Mute	`mute <player>`	Stops them from typing in chat (Requires a plugin).

2. Choosing the Right Action

The "Warning" Kick: Best for minor issues like spamming or if a player is glitched. It’s a "tap on the shoulder" to tell them to follow the rules.
The "Final" Ban: Reserved for the big stuff: griefing, hacking, or being toxic.

3. A Note for Pro Admins

Vanilla Minecraft is a bit limited when it comes to punishments. If you want to issue Temporary Bans (like a "24-hour timeout"), we highly recommend installing AdvancedBans or LiteBans from the Plugins tab. It makes your life much easier.

4. Syntax Tips

Speak Clearly: You can use spaces in your reasons: kick Notch Please stop spamming the trade chat.
Typing is Key: Make sure you spell the player's name exactly as it appears in the logs.

Looking for more permanent solutions? Dive into our Banning and Unbanning Players guide.