Fabric Restart
Running a Minecraft server is a rewarding hobby, but keeping it online around the clock can be a headache. Memory leaks, lag spikes, and the slow creep of instability eventually force every admin to reboot. That is exactly where Fabric Restart comes in. This lightweight add-on lets you schedule automatic restarts so your world stays fresh without you babysitting the console at three in the morning.
It is worth noting up front that development of this mod is currently suspended for an unknown period of time, and official support is no longer provided. Even so, the existing builds remain fully functional for many server owners, and the tool still does its job well for those running a dedicated setup.
What Fabric Restart Does
At its core, the mod gives you control over when your server reboots. Instead of manually typing a shutdown command every few hours, you define a schedule and let the add-on handle the rest. It is designed specifically for dedicated servers, so single-player worlds and LAN games are not the target use case.
If you have ever used a launcher that bundles add-ons into one tidy catalog, you already know how convenient centralized management can be. The foxygame.net launcher, for example, keeps Fabric Restart available alongside other utilities and pushes automatic updates, so your restart schedule keeps working even after a version bump.
Core Features
- Scheduled restarts based on a configurable time table.
- In-game and console commands for manual control.
- Memory diagnostics for heap, offheap, and system usage.
- TPS reporting so you can judge server health at a glance.
- Built-in config commentaries to make editing simpler.
Commands You Will Actually Use
Once the add-on is running, a small set of commands covers almost everything you need day to day.
- /restart - immediately restarts the server.
- /restart-when - displays the time of the next scheduled restart.
- /memory-stat heap/offheap/system - displays memory information for the chosen category.
- /getTPS - returns the average TPS rate from the last 30 seconds.
The TPS command is especially handy. If your average ticks per second drops below the ideal twenty, it is usually a sign that a restart is overdue or that a specific chunk is misbehaving.
Supported Versions and Loader
Fabric Restart is built for the Fabric loader, which means you need a Fabric-based server to use it. It targets older Minecraft releases, with builds available for versions in the 1.16 to 1.19 range depending on the specific release you pick up. Because the project is no longer actively maintained, newer Minecraft versions may not have a matching build, so always check compatibility before you commit to a setup.
Version 1.5 introduced a change that trips up a lot of people: the config switched to the yml format. If you are upgrading from an earlier build, you have to manually transfer your config settings, otherwise your schedule will reset to defaults.
How to Install Fabric Restart for Minecraft
Getting the add-on running is straightforward, provided you already have a Fabric server set up.
- Confirm your server runs the Fabric loader and a compatible Minecraft version.
- Obtain the mod file and place it in your server's mods folder.
- Restart the server once so the add-on generates its configuration files.
- Open the yml config and set your desired restart times.
- Restart again and run /restart-when to verify the schedule is active.
When you download Fabric Restart, make sure the file matches your exact Minecraft version. Mismatched builds are the most common reason a server refuses to boot after installation.
Configuring the Schedule
Inside the yml file you will find entries for restart times, often expressed in a simple hour and minute format. The built-in commentaries explain each field, so you do not need to guess what a value does. Set a few sensible windows, ideally during low-traffic hours, and let the add-on take over.
Final Thoughts
Fabric Restart solves a genuinely annoying problem: keeping a dedicated Minecraft server stable without constant manual intervention. The scheduled reboots, memory stats, and TPS readout make it a practical utility for any Fabric admin. Just remember that development is paused, support is unavailable, and version 1.5 requires a manual config migration. If you can work within those limits, it remains a solid choice for automating your server's downtime.