CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Portal Activation
Customize how Nether portals are activated by configuring the required activation item.
Quick answer
Which Portal Activation release should I use?
Portal Activation [26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge) targets 26.3 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 Portal Activation 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 Portal Activation [26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge) need?
[26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge). 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 Portal Activation without breaking your instance.
Built for Portal Activation [26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge). Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use [26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge). It targets 26.3 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 [26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge). It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Portal Activation add?
Portal Activation
Portal Activation gives you full control over how Nether Portals are activated. Require a specific item, consume it on use, unlock activation permanently, or disable portal activation entirely. Designed for vanilla+, modpacks, adventure maps, and custom progression.
Features
- Require any item or item tag to activate a Nether Portal.
- Optionally consume the required item.
- Unlock portal activation permanently after the first successful use.
- Disable Nether Portal activation completely.
- Block activation from Flint & Steel, Fire Charges, lightning, or any other fire source.
- Configurable failure messages.
- External language files located in the config folder.
- No external dependencies.
Example configuration
# Completely disable Nether Portal activation
disable_portal_activation=false
# Item required to activate a portal
required_item="minecraft:nether_star"
# Consume the item after successful activation
consume_item=true
# Only require the item once per player
unlock_forever=false
# Show a message when activation fails
show_message=true
# Prevent activation from lightning
prevent_lightning=true
# Prevent activation using Flint & Steel
prevent_flint_and_steel=true
License & Permissions
This mod is licensed under All Rights Reserved.
You may:
- Include this mod in public modpacks.
- Use this mod on public servers.
- Create addons or datapacks that depend on this mod.
- Showcase this mod in videos and livestreams.
You may not:
- Redistribute this mod as a standalone download.
- Reupload this mod to other websites.
- Modify and redistribute this mod or its assets without permission.
All other rights are reserved.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Portal Activation by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
3 loader builds26.1.2
3 loader builds1.21.11
3 loader builds1.21.10
3 loader builds1.21.8
3 loader builds1.21.4
3 loader builds1.21.1
3 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Portal Activation versions and loaders
[26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-26.3-Forge-1.0.3-mc26.3.jar
9 Nov 2026
[26.2] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-26.2-Forge-1.0.3-mc26.2.jar
9 Nov 2026
[26.1.2] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-26.1.2-Forge-1.0.3-mc26.1.2.jar
9 Nov 2026
[1.21.11] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-1.21.11-Forge-1.0.3-mc1.21.11.jar
9 Nov 2026
[1.21.10] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-1.21.10-Forge-1.0.3-mc1.21.10.jar
9 Nov 2026
[1.21.8] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-1.21.8-Forge-1.0.3-mc1.21.8.jar
9 Nov 2026
[1.21.4] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-1.21.4-Forge-1.0.3-mc1.21.4.jar
9 Nov 2026
[1.21.1] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Forge)
PortalActivation-1.21.1-Forge-1.0.3-mc1.21.1.jar
9 Nov 2026
[26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (NeoForge)
PortalActivation-26.3-NeoForge-1.0.3-mc26.3.jar
9 Nov 2026
[26.3] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Fabric)
PortalActivation-26.3-Fabric-1.0.3-mc26.3.jar
9 Nov 2026
[26.2] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (NeoForge)
PortalActivation-26.2-NeoForge-1.0.3-mc26.2.jar
9 Nov 2026
[26.2] Portal Activation v1.0.3 (Fabric)
PortalActivation-26.2-Fabric-1.0.3-mc26.2.jar
9 Nov 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.