How to setup Simple Voice Chat Plugin (Server) in 3 easy steps

What is Simple voice Chat?

Simple Voice Chat Plugin is a Minecraft plugin and mod that adds in-game voice communication to your server. It allows players to talk to each other without the need for external software, enhancing the multiplayer experience with real-time, proximity-based voice communication. This means you can hear players who are nearby, and the sound diminishes as they move away, adding a layer of immersion to the game.

This post covers the Server sided plugin, if you want to know how to set up the client sided mod, click here >

What You Need Before Installing

• Minecraft Java Edition Server: The mod is compatible with various server types, including:
  • Forge (as a mod)
  • Fabric (as a mod)
  • Spigot/Paper (as a plugin)
• Access to Server Files: You’ll need the ability to upload files to your server, typically via FTP or a file manager provided by your hosting service.
• Identify the type of server you’re running, as the installation process varies slightly:
  • Forge/Fabric: These are modded server types.
  • Spigot/Paper: These are plugin-based server types.

Step 1: Download Simple voice chat pLugin

1. Go to the Official Download Page – DOWNLOAD SIMPLE VOICE CHAT PLUGIN>
2. Choose the Appropriate Version:
   1. Select the version that matches your server type and Minecraft version. Ensure you download the correct file to avoid compatibility issues.
3. Download the simplevoicechat-x.x.x.jar file to your PC

Step 2: Install Simple Voice Chat Pluginon your server

1. For Forge/Fabric Servers:
   1. Access your server’s files and locate the mods directory.
   2. Upload the downloaded Simple Voice Chat .jar file into this folder.
   3. Restart your Minecraft server to load the new mod.
2. For Spigot/Paper Servers:
   1. Access your server’s files and locate the plugins directory.
   2. Upload the downloaded Simple Voice Chat .jar file into this folder.
   3. Restart your Minecraft server to load the new plugin.
3. You should now see a voicechat folder created in plugins/ – this contains config files and examples.

Step 3: Setup Simple voice chat Config

• Find the Port of your server, this will be 5 digits (for example: 24454) and copy it.
• Navigate to plugins/voicechat/ to find the configuration files.
• Open the main configuration file (typically voicechat-server.properties).
• Find the option port= and paste your 5 digit port address there. (example: port=24454).
• Save the file and restart the server.

Final Notes

• Check out How to setup Simple Voice Chat on the Client Side >