CurseForge · Minecraft mod
CustomSkinLoader
Custom Skin Loader mod for Minecraft.
Quick answer
Which CustomSkinLoader release matches 1.9.4?
CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1 targets 1.16.3, 1.17.1, 1.21 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. 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 CustomSkinLoader 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 CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1 need?
CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1 on 1.9.4. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
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 CustomSkinLoader without breaking your instance.
Built for CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1 on 1.9.4. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1. It targets 1.16.3, 1.17.1, 1.21 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge; 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 CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does CustomSkinLoader add?
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How to Use
Please see it at GitHub.
You can chat with us in Telegram: https://t.me/CustomSkinLoader
Install Guide
Download the jar named with "Forge" for Forge or "Fabric" for Fabric.
Put the jar into ".minecraft/mods" folder.
The jar can be used in 1.8-1.16.5.
What's this?
Custom Skin Loader mod for Minecraft.
It's a mod which can load skin from any online source or local source.
What can you do with it?
Restore official skins
Use skins offline
Load skins from 3rd-party site
Even load skins from your computer
Make a dynamic skull
Apply HD and transparent skins
Do what you can imagine with skins
Feature
Plenty of Skin Load API Support and Customizable Skin Load List
You can use this feature to customize your skin load list so as to load from any skin server you want.
If you are the owner of skin server, you can use CustomSkinLoader to load skin from your server if one of the api has been actualized.
In the default list, we restored skins from Mojang. And if you need upload skins to 3rd-party source, you can put it into LittleSkin if in China, while ElyBy is recommened for other users.
HD Skins Support
Even though there is no Optifine or MCPatcher, CustomSkinLoader has fix this problem.
You can easily to get a better view in skin.
Skull Support
Fixed skull load bug, and Dynamic skull is supported.
Profile Cache
Cache profile into file, and it can be used without network.
Local Skin
Load skin without skin server.
Furthermore, by using this function you can preview your skin in game and even change default skin and model.
You can load local skin by using any API(excluding MojangAPI).
Transparent Skin Support
The problem of rendering incorrect texture has been fixed.
Spectator Menu Fixed
By using this mod, you can see correct avatar of players in Spectator Menu rather than steve and alex.
FAQ
- Q: My friends can't load my skin!
A: CustomSkinLoader is a client mod, so make sure your friends also install it and you are not using a local skin.
- Q: Default 3rd party online skin website.
A: Arranged in the default load order: LittleSkin BlessingSkin Elyby SkinMe GlitchlessGames
- Q: How can I modify configurations of CustomSkinLoader?
A: The config file is .minecraft/CustomSkinLoader/CustomSkinLoader.json . Unfortunately, there is no way to modify the CustomSkinLoader configuration file in the game currently, so you need to manually modify it by using a code editor (e.g. VSCode). However, we have a website to modify the configuration file online, you only need to import and modify your current configuration file.
- Q: What is the meaning of each item in the config file?
A: There is a document written in Chinese.
- Q: CustomSkinLoader always load Mojang skins instead of custom skins.
A: CustomSkinLoader has the highest default priority for loading Mojang skins, so you should modify "loadlist" in config file.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
CustomSkinLoader by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
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Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
CustomSkinLoader versions and loaders
CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0.1
CustomSkinLoader_Universal-15.0.1.jar
21 Jun 2026
CustomSkinLoader_Universal_15.0
CustomSkinLoader_Universal-15.0.jar
20 Jun 2026
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.28
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.28.jar
27 Mar 2026
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.27
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.27.jar
24 Dec 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.26.1
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.26.1.jar
22 Oct 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.26
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.26.jar
10 Oct 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.25
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.25.jar
8 Aug 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.24
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.24.jar
22 Jun 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.23
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.23.jar
26 Mar 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.22
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.22.jar
16 Jan 2025
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.21.2
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.21.2.jar
12 Nov 2024
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1_14.21.1
CustomSkinLoader_ForgeV1-14.21.1.jar
8 Nov 2024
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.