# Installation

Follow these steps to install the Hide and Seek Setup on your server:

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### Step 1: Download

Download the setup from the [resource page](https://builtbybit.com/resources/hide-and-seek-setup-modern-series.73794/).

### Step 2: Extract

Unarchive the downloaded file to your computer.

### Step 3: Prepare Files

Open the **"SETUP FILES"** folder from the extracted content.

### Step 4: Archive

Archive (zip) the contents inside the "SETUP FILES" folder.

### Step 5: Upload & Extract

Upload the archived file to your online server host's home/root directory and unarchive it.

### Step 6: Install Required Plugins

Download and install the required plugins from the [Dependencies section](https://builtbybit.com/resources/hide-and-seek-setup-modern-series.73794/field?field=dependencies):

* **TAB** (Required)
* **Citizens2** (Required - Use the correct version linked on the Dependencies page)

Place them in the `plugins/` folder.

### Step 7: Start Server

Start the server with **Java 21** on **Paper 1.20.4** or a compatible fork.

⚠️ **Do NOT use 1.21 or higher server jars.**

### Step 8: Continue Setup

Once the server is running, proceed with the Configuration Guide.