CraftPresence Mod (1.21.11, 1.20.4) – Gameplay Upgrade

CraftPresence is a utility mod that lets you fully customize your Discord Rich Presence status while playing Minecraft, available for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, and Quilt mod loaders. Instead of the generic "Playing Minecraft" message, CraftPresence displays detailed information about your current biome, dimension, server, and modpack — all configured exactly the way you want it.

Anyone who plays Minecraft while chatting on Discord has seen the same bland status: "Playing Minecraft." It tells your friends nothing useful — not which server you're on, not what modpack you're running, not even which version of the game. CraftPresence solves this by tapping into Discord's Rich Presence API to display rich, customizable details about your session. With over 9 million downloads on Modrinth alone, it has become one of the most popular utility mods in the Minecraft ecosystem. Developed by CDAGaming and built on the DiscordIPC API originally created by jagrosh, this client-side mod works quietly in the background without affecting gameplay or server performance.

Key Features of CraftPresence

• Fully Customizable Discord Status — CraftPresence gives you complete control over what your Discord profile displays while you play. You can configure every line of text, choosing from dozens of dynamic placeholders that pull live data from your game session. This means your friends see exactly what matters to you, whether that's your current coordinates or the server name.
• Dynamic Placeholders for Live Game Data — The mod supports placeholders that automatically update to show your current biome, dimension, server IP, player count, and more. In version 2.0.0 and later, the placeholder system was rewritten for broader compatibility across Minecraft versions. This makes your Discord status a live window into your gameplay without any manual updating.
• Launcher and Modpack Detection — CraftPresence automatically detects which launcher and modpack you are using and can display that information in your Discord status. If you're running a popular modpack through CurseForge, Modrinth, or another launcher, your friends will know at a glance. This is especially useful for content creators and community server operators who want to showcase their setup.
• Massive Version Compatibility — Few mods can claim support stretching from modern Minecraft 1.21.x all the way back to legacy versions like Minecraft 1.1.0 and earlier. CraftPresence covers this entire range, including support for Risugami's ModLoader on the oldest versions and the Rift API for 1.13.x. No matter which era of Minecraft you prefer, this mod has you covered.
• Multi-Loader Support — The mod runs on Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, and Quilt, so you are never locked into a single mod loader. If you switch loaders between modpacks or different Minecraft versions, CraftPresence follows you seamlessly. Your configuration carries over, so you only set things up once.
• Client-Side Only Operation — CraftPresence runs entirely on your client and does not need to be installed on any server. This means you can use it on any multiplayer server without requiring server-side permission or setup. Fabric and Quilt loaders will simply ignore the mod on the server side, keeping everything clean.
• Open Source and MIT Licensed — The entire codebase is available on GitLab under the MIT license, meaning you can inspect, modify, and contribute to the project freely. Community translations are managed through Crowdin, and the code quality is tracked via Codacy. This transparency builds trust and ensures the mod stays safe to use.

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How to Install CraftPresence

1. Install your preferred mod loader. CraftPresence supports Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, or Quilt — pick whichever matches your modpack or setup.
2. Download the correct CraftPresence file for your Minecraft version and mod loader from the official Modrinth or CurseForge page. Always match both the game version and the loader.
3. If you are using Fabric on Minecraft 1.14.x or above, make sure you also install Fabric API as it is a required dependency for those versions.
4. Starting from version 2.5.0, you must also install the UniLib library mod. CraftPresence will crash on startup if UniLib is missing or incompatible.
5. Place both the CraftPresence and UniLib .jar files into your Minecraft mods folder, then launch the game. Open the CraftPresence settings from the mod menu to configure your Discord status.

Requirements & Compatibility

What's New

• Updated multiple build dependencies including Unimined, JVMDowngrader, and Shadow for improved build stability.
• Upgraded Fabric Loader support to version 0.18.4, ensuring compatibility with the latest Fabric ecosystem.
• Bumped UniCore to 1.3.4 and LenniReflect to 1.6.2 for backend improvements.
• Updated ASM to 9.9.1 and SpotBugs Annotations to 4.9.8 for better code analysis and reliability.
• Applied Spotless 8.2.1 for cleaner code formatting across the project.

Pros and Cons

Alternatives to CraftPresence

• Simple Discord RPC — A lighter Discord Rich Presence mod with fewer configuration options, ideal for players who want a quick setup without deep customization.
• Discord Integration — Bridges your Minecraft server chat with a Discord channel, offering server-side integration rather than client-side presence customization.
• Essential Mod — A multiplayer utility mod that includes Discord status features alongside friends lists and cosmetics, serving as an all-in-one social tool.

Download CraftPresence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is CraftPresence a client-side only mod?

Yes — CraftPresence runs entirely on your client and does not need to be installed on any server. You can use it freely on multiplayer servers without the server operator needing to add anything. Fabric and Quilt mod loaders will simply ignore it on the server side.

Does CraftPresence require any other mods to work?

Yes — starting from version 2.5.0, CraftPresence requires the UniLib library mod as a mandatory dependency. Without UniLib installed, the game will crash on startup. Additionally, Fabric users on Minecraft 1.14.x and above also need Fabric API installed.

Will CraftPresence affect my game performance?

CraftPresence appears to be lightweight since it only communicates with the Discord client through the IPC API and does not modify game rendering or world loading. The mod reads existing game state data like your biome and dimension, which adds minimal overhead to your Minecraft session.

Can I use CraftPresence with modpacks?

Yes — CraftPresence includes built-in launcher and modpack detection that automatically identifies what you are running. It works alongside virtually any modpack since it operates independently as a client-side utility. Just ensure you have the correct version matching your modpack's Minecraft version and mod loader.

Which Minecraft versions does CraftPresence support?

CraftPresence supports an exceptionally wide range from Minecraft alpha 1.1.2_01 all the way to the latest 1.21.x releases. This includes legacy versions using Risugami's ModLoader, 1.13.x via the Rift API, and modern versions on Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, and Quilt. Very few mods offer this breadth of version compatibility.

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