BetterHud
A powerful multiplatform server-side HUD framework for Minecraft. Create stunning custom HUDs, popups, and compass markers with YAML configuration and automatic resource pack generation.
Key Features
Multiplatform Support
Run on Bukkit, Paper, Folia, Velocity, and Fabric servers with a single unified API
Server-Side HUDs
Create custom HUDs that render server-side with automatic resource pack generation
YAML Configuration
Configure everything through intuitive YAML files without writing code
Animations
Support for PNG sequences, smooth transitions, and dynamic animations
Compass System
Built-in waypoint and compass marker system with location tracking
Popup Notifications
Show temporary popup messages with custom animations and layouts
Placeholder Integration
Full PlaceholderAPI support for dynamic content in HUDs
Database Support
Built-in MySQL and SQLite support for persistent player data
Developer API
Comprehensive Java/Kotlin API published to Maven Central
Platform Support
BetterHud works seamlessly across multiple Minecraft server platforms:Bukkit & Paper
Minecraft 1.20.4 - 1.21.x with Folia support
Velocity
Velocity 3.3 - 3.4 proxy support
Fabric
Fabric server-side mod for 1.21.x
Quick Links
Installation Guide
Learn how to install BetterHud on your server
Quick Start
Create your first custom HUD in minutes
Configuration
Explore all configuration options
API Documentation
Integrate BetterHud into your plugins
Community & Support
Discord Community
Join our Discord server for help and discussions
GitHub Repository
View source code, report issues, and contribute
SpigotMC
Download from SpigotMC
Modrinth
Download from Modrinth
What You Can Build
With BetterHud, you can create:- Health & Hunger Bars - Custom health and hunger displays with animations
- Action Bars - Dynamic action bar messages with rich formatting
- Boss Bars - Multiple boss bars with custom colors and styles
- Compass Markers - Waypoint systems with distance tracking
- Damage Indicators - Floating damage numbers and entity health displays
- Custom UIs - Any custom UI element you can imagine