v1.0.0

Private Chests v1.0.0

Initial release of Private Chests - a server-side chest and barrel protection mod using wall signs.

Features

Core Protection

• Lock chests and barrels with wall signs using [private] markers
• Multi-user access: add usernames on remaining sign lines (comma-separated or line-by-line)
• Two-sided sign support: use front and back for up to 7 additional usernames
• Automatic double chest handling and expansion protection

Comprehensive Security

• Prevents unauthorized container opening
• Blocks chest placement next to locked containers (non-owners)
• Prevents hopper placement and extraction
• Protects against TNT explosions, fire spread, and piston movement
• Owner and admin can break locked containers (auto-removes lock)

Server Tools

• Admin commands: /private_chests (alias: /pchests)
• List locks, view detailed info, unlock containers, search by area
• Configurable admin permission levels and display limits
• Timestamps tracking (creation and last update)

Cross-Platform

• Full Bedrock player support via Floodgate/Geyser
• Configurable username prefix handling

Requirements

• Minecraft 1.21.11
• Fabric Loader 0.18.4+
• Fabric API
• Java 21+

Installation

1. Download private-chests-1.0.0.jar
2. Place in your server's mods folder
3. Start the server
4. Configure in config/private-chests.json if needed

Known Issues

• Sign text may briefly disappear when unauthorized players attempt to break protected signs (left/right-click to restore)
• Items may temporarily appear to disappear when placing blocks near locked containers (interact with hotbar slot to restore)