CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Private Key Kings
Lets players lock their chests!
Quick answer
Which Private Key Kings release should I use?
Private Key Kings v1.0.0 targets 1.12.2 with Forge. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Private Key Kings required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Private Key Kings v1.0.0 need?
Private Key Kings v1.0.0. 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 Key Kings without breaking your instance.
Built for Private Key Kings v1.0.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Private Key Kings v1.0.0. It targets 1.12.2 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 it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Private Key Kings v1.0.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Private Key Kings add?
Allows for the locking of any tile entity.(storage entity)
Adds a Private Key that works for the owner wether they have the key or not, Other players need the key to open the chest and the chest can only be broken by an explosion.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Private Key Kings by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Private Key Kings versions and loaders
Private Key Kings v1.0.0
locksmith-1.0.0.jar
27 May 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.