GuardianAC review
A configurable, self-hosted option for Paper 1.18, with limited published detection detail.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
GuardianAC is a free Minecraft server anti-cheat plugin published by DevLabs. It is aimed at server operators running Paper 1.18 who want to configure which cheat detections are enabled. The plugin is self-hosted, and its listing describes the project as open source. That makes it a focused option for small server setups looking for configurable detections without a paid plan.
The listing identifies a release for Minecraft 1.18 and names Paper as the server platform. Detection settings can be enabled or disabled, but the published description does not specify which cheats are detected or how the plugin responds when it flags activity. It also does not describe replay or data-review tools. Operators who need documented checks, clear enforcement controls, or investigation features should compare alternatives that publish those capabilities before choosing GuardianAC.
GuardianAC is described as free, with no paid tier indicated, and offers community support through a Discord server. Its listing links to GitHub, but the repository address originally provided returns a 404, so current code availability is uncertain. The listing also labels the project website “Soon!” These are practical considerations for operators who need to inspect code or rely on formal support channels. Choose GuardianAC if Paper 1.18 compatibility and adjustable detections are the main requirements; look elsewhere if you need broader stated version support, detailed detection documentation, or a defined support commitment.
GuardianAC pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free to download for Minecraft 1.18
- Detection settings can be enabled or disabled
- Community support is available through Discord
- Where it doesn't
- Compatibility is listed for Paper 1.18
- Specific detection types are not documented
- Enforcement actions and review tools are not documented
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