# Plug for Minecraft — Host and Grief Protect Worlds

> Host Minecraft servers with grief protection and cross-platform multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Innovative Developers LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plug-for-minecraft/id960128616 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Innovative Developers LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/947764447)
- Category: Games, Utilities, Action, Casual
- Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.59/5 from 697 App Store ratings · 299 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plug-for-minecraft/id960128616/reviews.md

## What is Plug for Minecraft?

** Another World first - Now you can also connect Plug to (and host) Minecraft running on other iOS devices, Windows 10 PCs, Xbox One, virtual reality platforms, and other mobile devices. (without anything extra to pay), all with the same Plug commands and features as when hosting on iOS. Just start the world on your other device and then use the App to host that game online!

- Host your own server on iOS without any subscriptions EVER.
- Full ONLINE MULTIPLAYER (including BlueTooth) - connect in seconds, not minutes like other apps (just check our reviews).
- Get your own IP address (that's always yours and never changes) to share with your friends, so anyone can connect from any device.
- Play with anyone, not just Xbox Live friends, and without Live Gold membership - host on our huge network of hundreds of thousands of players.

- Now you can use commands like ‘invisible’, 'kick' and 'ban' in Minecraft and lots more in your OWN Minecraft Server :)
- Post your server online WITH grief protection! (Prevent use of TNT or any other item or block!) - private AND public servers supported.
- Play with your friends over BlueTooth when a WiFi connection isn't available.
- Play multiplayer online on hundreds of Pocketmine servers AND thousands of servers hosted by users just like you :)
- Make friends, and invite them to play with you.

Plug for Minecraft plugs into Minecraft to give you ‘Bukkit’ style commands in your game.  Plug works in both single AND multiplayer games, so both you as the owner of the world, and players who connect are able to use the commands available.

Plug for Minecraft also adds full ONLINE multiplayer to Minecraft - not just playing with Xbox Live friends.  Now you can play with friends located anywhere in the world AND voice chat with them while you play!  Best of all you can now do this with Windows 10 PCs, Xbox One, virtual reality platforms, and other mobile devices too!!
 
All commands are controlled from inside Minecraft chat, just like Plugins on the PC version of Minecraft.

Now you can use commands like ‘invisible’ to hide yourself in worlds.  For example '.in me on' will hide you from all other players :)

In this version we’ve added an external hosting option. Now you can host any Minecraft games on your network just like you're use to with iOS. This works with Minecraft on Windows 10 PCs, Xbox One, virtual reality platforms, other iOS devices, and other mobile devices - and even Pocketmine servers running on your PC.

Plug is very easy to use, all you have to do is open Minecraft and start a world.  Once in the game use commands by typing them directly into the chat.  For example to show help:  .h

Plug is a world first and no other App exists like it on the App Store.  We are constantly developing it and hope to implement many more exciting things!

V3.00 - As of version 3.00 you now need an internet connection for commands (even if you do not want to play online).  However simple bluetooth connection will work without an internet connection.

Disclaimer – This is a third party App, it is not the game Minecraft or affiliated with the game, its creators, Xbox or Xbox Live in anyway.

## Key features

- Host own server on iOS without subscriptions
- Full online multiplayer (including Bluetooth)
- Dedicated IP address for friends
- Play with anyone, no Live Gold needed
- Grief protection with commands
- External hosting option for cross-platform play
- Bukkit-style commands in-game

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $2.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plug IP Address | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Plug for Minecraft?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Lightning-fast server hosting
- 🎮 Allows for custom Minecraft commands
- 💡 Innovative way to play Minecraft
- 👍 Great for playing with friends

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer Minecraft versions
- 🔒 Requires a VPN which can cause connectivity problems
- 🔌 App crashes and disconnects frequently
- 🤔 Confusing or unclear instructions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to join servers or host worlds
- App says player is in the Nether when they are not
- Permissions and settings not saving properly
- Voice chat and Bluetooth features not working

**Most requested features**

- Bring back the .g (give) command
- Add support for more Minecraft commands
- Improve server hosting stability and reliability
- Provide better instructions and tutorials

## Recent user reviews (10 of 299)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plug-for-minecraft/id960128616/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Really needs an update

*2025-12-03, version 4.24*

This was an amazing app to have and made Minecraft really fun. However, the app really needs an update so that it can be used again.

### 1/5 — REFUND

*2025-10-15, version 4.24*

IT WONT SHOW WHAT PORT ITS ON, IT WONT LET ME JOIN ON MY ALTS ON PC VIA EAGLERCRAFT WHICH IS WHERE I PLAY MC AND EVEN WORSE, I DONT GET A REFUND

### 3/5 — Voice Chat doesn’t work?

*2024-12-21, version 4.24*

I hope I am not the only one who has encountered difficulties with Voice Chat. It has been a consistently frustrating experience, and I would appreciate any suggestions or solutions that may be available to resolve this issue.

### 2/5 — Keeps Crashing

*2024-04-18, version 4.24*

Every time I open the app, it just crashes again and again. I’m hoping there will be more updates to this app in the future.

### 1/5 — App is currently Broken do not get

*2024-02-15, version 4.24*

When I try to sign in it’s saying error then some weird letters please fix soon

### 1/5 — Horrible app

*2024-01-08, version 4.24*

I’ve tried many times to hook this up to my pc but it still wont work

Please dont buy this its just a waste of money

### 5/5 — I miss plug

*2023-12-27, version 4.24*

I LOVE this app!! It’s so great for making friends and playing Minecraft with new people, I just wish it still worked!! I’ve been trying everything but I can’t seem to get it to work :( amazing app though

### 5/5 — It’s good but I can’t use it I had a cousin who could but

*2023-07-29, version 4.24*

The game is good but it just doesn’t work when I sign in it says error so I can’t use it wish I could if there’s a way to fix it pls tell me

### 1/5 — I cant sign in

*2023-07-14, version 4.24*

No matter what i do it just says error signing in devs pls help

### 2/5 — Needs a Update

*2023-03-22, version 4.24*

Y’all need to update the server to version 1.19.71

## Frequently asked questions about Plug for Minecraft

### What does Plug for Minecraft do?

Plug for Minecraft allows you to host your own Minecraft servers directly from your iOS device, offering features like grief protection and full online multiplayer. It enables you to connect with players across various platforms, including Windows 10 PCs, Xbox One, and other mobile devices, without requiring subscriptions or Xbox Live Gold.

### How does grief protection work in Plug for Minecraft?

The app provides grief protection features that can be enabled for your servers. This allows you to prevent players from using certain items or blocks, such as TNT, to disrupt your game. You can also use commands like 'kick' and 'ban' to manage players on your server.

### Is Plug for Minecraft free to use?

The core functionality of hosting servers and playing multiplayer is available for free. However, the app does have in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or enhance the user experience. An internet connection is required for commands, even for non-online play.

### What devices can I play Minecraft with using Plug for Minecraft?

You can host and connect to Minecraft games running on iOS devices, Windows 10 PCs, Xbox One, virtual reality platforms, and other mobile devices. This cross-platform compatibility allows you to play with a wide range of users regardless of their device.

### How do I use commands in Plug for Minecraft?

Commands are integrated directly into the Minecraft chat interface, similar to plugins on the PC version. You can type commands like '.h' for help or '.in me on' to become invisible to other players. These commands are available to both the world owner and connected players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.24 — 2022-12-05

- Fixed protocol issues with latest Minecraft.
- Fixed 'External' mode.

### 4.23 — 2021-12-09

- Fixed protocol issues with latest Minecraft
- Updated network protocols
- Network performance improvements

### 4.22 — 2021-05-06

- Added login with AppleID
- Fixed protocol issues with latest Minecraft
- Updated network protocols
- Network performance improvements

### 4.21 — 2020-06-30

- Fixed inventory and chest issue
- Fixed protocol issues with latest Minecraft
- Updated network protocols
- Network performance improvements

### 4.20 — 2020-06-29

- Fixed protocol issues with latest Minecraft
- Updated network protocols
- Network performance improvements

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