Vacan review
Vacan offers free, broad Minecraft version support in a self-hosted JAR.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Vacan is a free Minecraft server anti-cheat plugin distributed as a downloadable JAR through SpigotMC. It is aimed at solo and small server operators who want a self-hosted plugin with broad Minecraft version coverage. The published listing identifies version 1.0.8 as the available release, describes Vacan as lightweight, and names TheRealAlzore as its author. English is the supported language.
Version compatibility is Vacan’s clearest practical strength. The listing identifies Minecraft 1.21 as its native major version and lists tested support for Minecraft 1.12 through 1.21, including 1.20.6. That range gives operators on older server versions a straightforward compatibility reference, while the downloadable JAR format keeps the deployment model focused on server-side installation. The free pricing model also makes Vacan suitable for operators evaluating a no-cost anti-cheat option.
Vacan has a narrow published profile: its documented emphasis is distribution, lightweight positioning, and Minecraft version support. Replay analysis is not included, and the listing says a recode is in progress, so operators should consider how those factors fit their maintenance and review workflows. Choose Vacan if free self-hosted distribution and broad tested version support are the priorities. Choose an alternative if replay analysis or a clearly documented detection and enforcement model is central to the server’s requirements.
Vacan pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free downloadable JAR distribution
- Native support for Minecraft 1.21
- Tested support from Minecraft 1.12 through 1.21
- Where it doesn't
- Replay analysis is not included
- The listing says a recode is in progress
- English language support only
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