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CurseForge · Hytale mod

Update Checker

A mod that checks for updates for installed mods and notifies the player in-game.

Choose a version Pick your version below, then grab the matching file.

Quick answer

Which Update Checker release should I use?

Updated last month
Latest stable file UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar
Game version Not listed
Mod system Built-in Hytale mod system

Update Checker UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar targets Hytale. Do not install it as a separate client mod. Enable it on the world host—the local server in singleplayer or the dedicated server in multiplayer. No required dependencies listed for this file.

Where it goes

Where should Update Checker be installed in Hytale?

Do not install it as a separate client mod. Enable it on the world host—the local server in singleplayer or the dedicated server in multiplayer.

Separate client mod Not supported
World host / dedicated server Required
Mod system for this release Built-in Hytale mod system
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

Put Hytale mods on the world host or dedicated server. Singleplayer runs a local server too; Hytale does not use separate client mods.

Read the Hytale installation guide

What else does Update Checker UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar need?

UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No required dependencies listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

This file does not list any required or optional project dependencies. Check the creator notes before changing an existing world.

Before you install it

Add Update Checker without breaking your instance.

Built for Update Checker UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar. It targets Hytale; another release may target a different game build or dependency set.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

  3. 03

    Enable it on the world host

    Do not install it as a separate client mod. Enable it on the world host—the local server in singleplayer or the dedicated server in multiplayer.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside UpdateChecker-1.0.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Update Checker add?

UpdateChecker Logo

UpdateChecker

Never miss a mod or asset pack update again!

📋 Overview

UpdateChecker is a lightweight, zero-configuration server-side mod that automatically monitors your installed mods and asset packs for updates. Server administrators receive notifications when updates are available, with direct download links to make updating effortless.

Update notification Update notification on terminal

✨ Features

  • 🔄 Automatic Update Checking - Runs every 12 hours in the background
  • 📢 Smart Notifications - Alerts admins on login when updates are available
  • 🔗 Direct Download Links - Click to download updates instantly
  • ⚡ Zero Configuration - Works out of the box, no setup required
  • 🎯 Opt-in System - Only checks mods and asset packs that explicitly support it
  • 🛡️ Intelligent Version Detection - SemVer-based comparison
  • 👥 Multi-Provider Support - Currently supports CurseForge (more coming soon!)
  • 🧵 Zero Performance Impact - Runs on a separate thread
  • 📦 Asset Pack Support - Monitors both mods and asset packs

🚀 Installation

  1. Download the latest version from the Files tab
  2. Place updatechecker-X.X.X.jar in your mods folder
  3. Restart your server
  4. That's it! UpdateChecker works automatically - no configuration needed

Note: UpdateChecker only monitors mods and asset packs that have opted-in to support it. See the "For Developers & Creators" section to add support.

🎮 Commands

Command Description Permission
/updatecheck Manually trigger an update check OP

Update checks run automatically every 12 hours, but you can trigger one manually anytime!

👨‍💻 For Developers & Creators

Want your mod or asset pack to be monitored by UpdateChecker? It's super easy!

Adding UpdateChecker Support

Step 1: Update your manifest.json

Code

{
  "UpdateChecker": {
    "CurseForge": "YOUR_PROJECT_ID"
  }
}

Step 2: Find your CurseForge Project ID

  1. Go to your mod/asset pack's CurseForge page
  2. Look at the Details section on the right sidebar
  3. Copy the Project ID number
  4. Example: DisTale's Project ID is 1429009

Step 3: Follow SemVer naming

For Mods:

yourmod-1.2.3.jar
yourmod-2.0.0.jar

For Asset Packs:

yourpack-1.2.3.zip
yourpack-2.0.0.zip

Step 4: Show your users you support UpdateChecker! (Optional)

Add this badge to your mod/asset pack's description:

https://i.imgur.com/CpkvDty.png

Badge preview:

UpdateChecker Compatible

✅ UpdateChecker automatically extracts and compares versions!

Supported Version Formats

  • ✅ mod-1.2.3.jar → 1.2.3
  • ✅ pack-1.2.3.zip → 1.2.3
  • ✅ mod-2026.1.20-5708.jar → 2026.1.20
  • ✅ mod-v1.0.0.jar → 1.0.0
  • ✅ MyMod-1.2.3-beta.jar → 1.2.3

You can test your mod's filename with this regex.

🐛 Bug Reports

Found a bug? Report it on GitHub Issues!

Project description from CurseForge.

Recent files

Update Checker releases and Hytale builds

1 of 1 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.