Server Protocol

Please adhere to the following guidelines to ensure a fair and enjoyable environment for all members.

GENERAL RULES

1Respect & Etiquette – Treat others as you'd want to be treated. No griefing, stealing, or disruptive behavior.
2PvP by Consent Only – No ambushing or surprise attacks.
3Zero Discrimination – Racism, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, and any other harassment are strictly forbidden.
4Pranks Require Permission – Target must agree, and you must clean up after. No pranks in public areas.
5Common Sense Code – If it feels wrong, don't do it.
6Claim Protocol – All claims must be posted in Discord and marked in-game.
7Chat Etiquette – Keep chat friendly and civil. No spam or excessive caps.
8No Exploiting – Don't use or abuse bugs, glitches, or unintended game mechanics. Report them to staff.
9One Account Only – No alt accounts allowed.
10No Real-Life Threats – No harassment or threats in any form.
11Clean as You Go – Chop full trees, take workbenches/furnaces with you.
12Content Creator Notice – By joining, you agree your IGN, builds, and voice may appear in public server content.

1New players – Inactive after 3 days without notice → rollback + whitelist removal.
2Regular members – Inactive after 30 days → claims can be reclaimed.
3Donators – Never marked inactive.
4Discord membership is required to stay whitelisted.

1We strive to judge your applications within 24 hours.
2Applications are taking to be seriously, we take pride in our community and members.

1We're inspired by the original Downriver SMP's values — chill, collaborative, and fair gameplay.
2Whether you're a master builder, a redstone tinkerer, or just here to relax with friends, DownRiver is your home.

Start your journey today. Whitelist applications are typically reviewed within 24 hours by our staff team.