CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Private Chat
Private direct messages for Minecraft servers with notifications, quick reply, and DND mode.
Quick answer
Which Private Chat release should I use?
Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar targets 1.20.2-Snapshot, 1.20.5-Snapshot, 1.20.2 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Private Chat required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar need?
Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
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 mods.
Before you install it
Add Private Chat without breaking your instance.
Built for Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar. It targets 1.20.2-Snapshot, 1.20.5-Snapshot, 1.20.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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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.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Private Chat add?

📬 Private Chat
Private Chat adds private direct messages (DMs) to Minecraft multiplayer servers with a clean UI and instant notifications.
When another player messages you, you receive an in-game pop-up notification with sound, so you never miss a message while playing.
You can open the private chat menu using the Y key (fully configurable), select a player from the online list, and start chatting privately.
Unread messages are clearly marked with a green dot, and you can instantly reply using the R key.
The mod also includes Do Not Disturb (DND) mode and player muting, giving you full control over your private conversations.
✨ Features
- Private 1-to-1 direct messages
- In-game message notifications with sound
- Open private chat menu with Y (configurable keybind)
- Quick reply using the R key (configurable keybind)
- Do Not Disturb (DND) mode
- Mute / unmute specific players
- Unread message indicator (green dot)
- Simple, clean UI with online player list
🕹 How It Works
- Receive a private message → get notified instantly.
- Press R to quick-reply, or press Y to open the private chat menu.
- Select a player and chat privately.
- Enable DND to block interruptions when needed.
Designed for multiplayer servers where private communication matters.
⚠️ Important
- This mod is required on both the client and the server.
- Designed for multiplayer use.
🖼 Screenshots
Incoming private message notification

Private chat menu with online players

Quick reply popup

Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Private Chat by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.5-Snapshot
1 loader build1.20.5
1 loader build1.20.4
1 loader build1.20.3-Snapshot
1 loader build1.20.3
1 loader build1.20.2-Snapshot
1 loader build1.20.2
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader build1.20-Snapshot
1 loader build1.20
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Private Chat versions and loaders
Private Chat - 1.0.0 - (Forge).jar
2 Feb 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.