Take Control of Player Data with Simple Database
Running a Minecraft server means juggling countless details about your players, from basic nicknames and playtime to complex inventory tracking and anti-cheat logging. If you have ever wished for a lightweight, per-player storage system that keeps everything organized without bloating your world files, Simple Database is exactly what you need. This clever datapack creates unique storage containers for every player on your server, making it possible to query custom or built-in NBT data with nothing more than a few commands.
How Simple Database Handles Player Information
At its core, Simple Database assigns every player a unique identifier that links directly to a dedicated storage path. To pull information, you just run /data get storage db:[ID], replacing [ID] with the player's specific number. You can locate that ID by using /scoreboard players get [Player] db.id, or if you prefer a visual approach, any standard NBT Viewer software will show it clearly. Because the system relies on Minecraft's native storage format, it integrates seamlessly with existing command block contraptions and other datapacks.
Powerful Features for Server Administrators
Simple Database is packed with modules that server owners can toggle based on their needs. Every feature ships disabled by default, so you only activate what actually matters for your community.
- ID Grabber. Automatically records both the player's UUID and a unique scoreboard ID, ensuring consistent identification even if a player changes their username.
- Namesaver. Stores the player's current nickname, which becomes especially useful when generating reports or Data Books.
- Playtime Tracker. Keeps an accurate record of how long each player has spent on the server without requiring external plugins.
- Inventory Inspector. Lets you peek into a player's inventory whether they are online or offline, which is invaluable during moderation tasks.
- Valuable Item Warnings. Monitors interactions with high-value items like diamond and netherite gear. If a player moves suspicious quantities, the system flags them automatically. The threshold defaults to one stack but can be tuned in
db/advancement/warningfor greater sensitivity. - Warning Inventory. Works like the standard inventory logger, except the data never deletes itself, creating a persistent audit trail.
- Template Folder. Includes clear documentation and sample files so you can extend the datapack to track your own custom NBT values.
- Data Books. Converts renamed books into readable player reports. Rename a single book to a player's username and it transforms into a Data Book, provided the Namesaver module is active.
- Admin Mode. Restricts Data Book creation and reading to server staff, keeping sensitive information out of the wrong hands.
Anti-Cheat and Moderation Made Easier
The Warnings system is a standout for survival and economy servers where duped or stolen items can ruin the experience. By default, it watches for large movements of diamond and netherite equipment, though you can freely edit the list inside db/tags/item/valuables.json to include emeralds, elytra, or any other prized block. As a player's warning score climbs, moderators receive clearer signals about who might need closer inspection. Pair this with the non-deleting Warning Inventory, and you suddenly have a powerful, vanilla-friendly logging tool that rivals many heavyweight plugins.
Flexible Setup and Customization
One of the biggest strengths of Simple Database is its user-friendly options menu. Instead of forcing every module on you at once, the datapack lets you pick and choose exactly which systems to enable. Want only the playtime tracker and ID Grabber? Turn everything else off. Need full surveillance including warning logs and inventory backups? Toggle them on without touching a single line of code. For those who want to go deeper, the included template folder walks you through adding custom data points, making this an excellent foundation for ambitious command-block projects.
Getting Simple Database Running on Your Server
Installation is straightforward for anyone familiar with dropping datapacks into a world's folder, though there are even simpler routes available. If you are looking for the easiest way to get started, this mod can be easily installed via the foxygame.net launcher, a convenient, flexible, and modern Minecraft launcher where you can download mods right from the menu. Once the files are in place, hop into the options menu to enable your chosen modules, and the database will begin populating as players join.
Final Thoughts
Simple Database fills a unique niche in the Minecraft ecosystem by offering robust per-player storage without forcing server owners to install bulky mods or learn complex programming. Whether you need basic playtime statistics, offline inventory checks, or a full anti-cheat paper trail, this datapack delivers the tools through an elegant, command-driven interface. Give it a try on your next server update, and discover how much smoother player data management can be when everything lives in one simple, organized place.