Viper Private Chests

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Viper Private Chests

By Fabric Server Essentials

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A server-side container protection mod for Fabric that locks blocks via standard [private] or [public] wall signs, utilizing packet-level correction to block griefing while offering team lists, decay systems, and intruder redstone traps.

Mod Loaders
Minecraft
26.2
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Description

Viper Private Chests

Server-side container protection for Minecraft Fabric protects chests, barrels, shulkers, and more using vanilla signs. Zero client-side mods required. Works with Geyser/Floodgate Bedrock players.

Features

  • Sign-Based Locking Place a [private] or [public] sign on any container to instantly secure it
  • Multi-Player Access Add player names, comma-separated lists, or team:TeamName on sign lines
  • Global Trust System /pchests trust add <player> evaluated via [trusted] sign marker
  • Public Sub-Modes [deposit] (drop-only) and [display] (read-only) variants
  • Hopper Safety Prevents unauthorized hoppers from extracting/injecting items
  • Explosion Protection Locked containers are immune to TNT, creepers, and withers
  • Auto-Lock Mode /pchests autolock auto-places lock signs on container placement
  • Redstone Automation [redstone] and [hopper] sign modifiers for technical players
  • Intruder Alarm Failed access attempts emit a 1-tick redstone pulse
  • Admin GUI /private_chests list opens an interactive virtual chest GUI
  • Inspection Tool Right-click with a feather (configurable) to view lock info + audit history
  • Claim Decay Automatically unlocks containers after owner inactivity (configurable)

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Commands

Player Commands (/pchests)

Command Description
/pchests trust add <player> Add a player to your global trusted list
/pchests trust remove <player> Remove a player from your trusted list
/pchests trust list View your trusted friends
/pchests autolock Toggle auto-lock mode

Admin Commands (/private_chests) [OP Level 3+]

Command Description
/private_chests list [private/public] Open interactive admin GUI showing all protected containers
/private_chests list_in_area <radius> [private/public] List locks within a radius
/private_chests info <x> <y> <z> View lock details + 25-entry audit log
/private_chests unlock <x> <y> <z> Force-remove a lock
/private_chests cleanup Purge stale/orphaned lock records

How To Use

Locking a Container

  1. Place a container (chest, barrel, shulker box, etc.)
  2. Place a wall sign on the container
  3. Write [private] on line 1
  4. (Optional) Lines 24: player names, team:TeamName, or [trusted]
  5. Done! The container is now locked to you.

Sign Modifiers

Line Content Effect
[private] Standard private lock (only you + whitelisted players)
[public] Open to everyone
[deposit] Public drop-box (insert only)
[display] Public read-only showcase
[trusted] Check global /pchests trust list for access
[redstone] Allow comparators to read inventory
[hopper] Allow hopper interaction
team:<name> Allow all members of a scoreboard team

Configuration

File: config/private-chests.json

{
  "floodgatePrefix": ".",
  "adminPermissionLevel": 3,
  "maxLocksPerPlayer": 0,
  "listMaxEntries": 50,
  "listPreviewEntries": 20,
  "disableProtectionIfOwnerBanned": true,
  "enableClaimDecay": true,
  "daysBeforeClaimDecay": 30,
  "inspectionItem": "minecraft:feather",
  "enableSoundFeedback": true,
  "enableActionBarAlerts": true,
  "maxHistoryLogEntries": 25,
  "allowIntruderRedstonePulse": true
}

Installation

  1. Install Fabric Loader 0.19.3+ and Fabric API
  2. Download the jar for your Minecraft version
  3. Place in your mods/ folder
  4. Restart the server

Compatible with Geyser/Floodgate Bedrock players are fully supported without any client-side mods.

Supported Versions

Minecraft Branch Java
1.21-1.21.11 viper-private-chests-1.21.x 21+
26.1-26.1.2 viper-private-chests-26.1.x 25+
26.2 viper-private-chests-26.2.x 25+