Squaremap Plugin (1.21.7, 1.20.1) – Live 2D Map Viewer for Minecraft Servers

The Squaremap Plugin (1.21.7, 1.20.1) brings real-time world visualization to your Minecraft server through a lightweight, web-based 2D map. Built with performance and simplicity in mind, Squaremap renders a top-down view of your world using a clean, vanilla-style aesthetic. The map is instantly accessible from any modern browser, giving players and admins a powerful overview of their server activity without burdening the server’s performance.

Whether you’re running a survival world, a creative build server, or a large multiplayer community, Squaremap provides live visibility of terrain, player movement, and server dynamics all while maintaining high efficiency and low resource usage.

Squaremap Plugin

Features:

  • Real-Time 2D Map Rendering:
    Visualize your Minecraft world as it updates live. Terrain is rendered dynamically, so changes like mining, building, or exploration appear on the web map immediately.
  • Web-Based Viewer:
    Access your world map anytime via a browser. No need for client-side mods or extra installations players can view the live server map on desktop or mobile.
  • Player Tracking:
    See online players on the map, complete with direction indicators, health bars, and armor levels. This is especially useful for staff moderation or community roleplay servers.
  • Minimal Server Impact:
    Squaremap is designed to be lightweight and efficient, offering fast chunk rendering and a smooth user experience without affecting TPS or server responsiveness.
  • Automatic World Detection:
    Upon installation, Squaremap auto-detects your worlds and begins rendering without requiring complex setup or manual configuration.
  • Plugin Integrations & Customization:
    Adjust rendering parameters, set permissions, integrate with other server tools, and control who can access map features through a robust configuration file.

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Commands:

  • /map – Open or refresh map view from in-game.
  • /squaremap – Access plugin-specific settings or commands, depending on permissions.

Why use Squaremap Plugin?

Running a Minecraft server isn’t just about gameplay it’s about community management, world-building, and giving players the tools to explore and collaborate. Squaremap enhances all of these by offering an intuitive, live overview of your world in a browser-based interface.

Unlike heavier alternatives, Squaremap doesn’t drain your server’s resources or require complex setup. Its clean, minimalist map style retains the Minecraft look and feel while giving you powerful visibility. Whether you’re a server admin monitoring player activity or a builder planning large-scale projects, Squaremap helps you do it better and faster.

If you’re serious about running a professional or community-focused server, this plugin is a must-have.

FAQs

What type of servers does Squaremap support?

Squaremap works on Paper, Purpur, and other forked Bukkit-based servers. It may not function on vanilla or unsupported modded setups.

Can players access the map from their phones?

Yes. The map is web-based and responsive, making it accessible from desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

Does Squaremap support multiple worlds?

Yes. It automatically detects all loaded worlds and renders them separately with their own view tabs.

Is Squaremap heavy on server performance?

No. It’s optimized for speed and low CPU usage, using asynchronous chunk processing to avoid TPS drops.

How do I change the port or web access settings?

You can configure the web server settings, including port, access controls, and permissions in the plugin’s configuration files.

How to install:

1.19.3
1.19.4
1.20.1, 1.20
1.20.2
1.20.4
1.20.6
1.21.1, 1.21
1.21.3
1.21.4
1.21.5
1.21.7, 1.21.6