# How to Uninstall Plugins from Your Minecraft Server (/docs/minecraft/uninstall-plugins)



Removing a plugin is straightforward, but you should do it properly to avoid leftover files and dependency issues.

Removing a Plugin [#removing-a-plugin]

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    Stop your server [#1-stop-your-server]

    Access the [XGamingServer panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com) and stop your server.
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    Delete the plugin JAR [#2-delete-the-plugin-jar]

    Go to `Files`, navigate to `/plugins/`, and delete the plugin's `.jar` file.
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    Delete the plugin's config folder (optional) [#3-delete-the-plugins-config-folder-optional]

    In `/plugins/`, find and delete the plugin's configuration folder (named after the plugin). This removes all saved settings and data.
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    Start your server [#4-start-your-server]

    Start the server and check `Console` for any errors related to missing dependencies.
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Troubleshooting After Removal [#troubleshooting-after-removal]

* **"Unknown command" errors** — Normal if the plugin's commands are no longer available
* **Dependency errors** — Another plugin may depend on the one you removed. Check the error message for which plugin needs it
* **Leftover database tables** — If the plugin used MySQL (via `Databases`), its tables remain. You can remove them through phpMyAdmin if desired

> ⚠️ **Warning:** Don't remove plugins that other plugins depend on. Check if any other plugins list the removed plugin as a dependency.

> 💡 **Tip:** If you want to temporarily disable a plugin without removing it, rename the `.jar` file extension (e.g., `MyPlugin.jar.disabled`). The server won't load it but you can easily re-enable it.

See also: [Installing Plugins](/docs/minecraft/plugin-setup)

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