# Installation

This guide explains how to install the **DealOrNoDeal** plugin on your Minecraft server.

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### Requirements

Before installing the plugin, make sure your server meets the following requirements:

* A Minecraft server that supports plugins (Paper, Spigot, or compatible forks)
* Java 17 or newer
* A supported Minecraft server version
* Optional: Vault plugin for economy integration

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### Downloading the Plugin

Download the latest version of the plugin from the official project page.

Make sure you always download the **latest stable release** to ensure compatibility and bug fixes.

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### Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install the plugin on your server:

1. Download the plugin `.jar` file.
2. Navigate to your Minecraft server directory.
3. Open the `plugins` folder.
4. Place the downloaded `.jar` file inside the `plugins` folder.
5. Start or restart your Minecraft server.

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### First Startup

When the server starts for the first time with the plugin installed, the plugin will automatically generate its configuration files.

These files are located in:

```
/plugins/DealOrNoDeal/
```

Inside this folder you will find several configuration files used to customize the plugin.

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### Generated Files

After the first startup, the plugin will generate files similar to the following:

```
config.yml
rewards.yml
banker.yml
languages/
```

These files allow server administrators to configure the gameplay system, rewards, banker behavior, and language settings.

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### Next Steps

After installation, you should configure the plugin and set up the game environment.

Continue with the following sections:

* **Configuration** – explains all plugin settings
* **Rewards System** – configure the reward pool used during games
* **Commands** – learn how to manage games using commands

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