---
title: FAQ
description: Short answers to common questions about Socialismus.
---

## General

<Accordions type="single">
  <Accordion title="I see multiple plugin variants such as Paper, Bukkit, and Velocity. Which one should I use?">
    Choose the plugin variant in two steps:

    1. Start with the platform you are actually running.
    2. Then choose the variant that matches that platform's version and Java requirement.

    Use Bukkit when you want the broadest compatibility.
    It is the general server variant and supports Minecraft 1.16 or newer with Java 17 or newer.

    Use Paper when you are specifically on modern Paper or Folia and want the Paper-targeted variant.
    It is meant for newer Paper APIs, so it can be more stable and performant on supported modern setups.
    The Paper build targets Minecraft 1.20.6 or newer and Java 25 or newer.

    Use Velocity when Socialismus should run on a Velocity proxy.
    The Velocity build targets Java 21 or newer.

    If you are unsure, the safe starting rule is simple:

    - Bukkit for normal server setups that need the broadest compatibility
    - Paper for modern Paper or Folia setups on 1.20.6+ with Java 25+
    - Velocity for proxy setups on Java 21+
  </Accordion>
</Accordions>
