Minecraft

How to Prevent Spectator Players from Generating Chunks

Minecraft·March 22, 2026·5 min read

Hello, in this simple guide we will explain how to prevent spectator mode players from generating new chunks in your world. This not only improves your server's performance, but is also very easy to implement. Keep reading to learn how to do it!

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How do I prevent spectator mode players from generating chunks? To prevent spectator mode users from generating chunks, go to your server's panel, then open the console and type the following gamerule: gamerule spectatorsGenerateChunks false

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This will disable the gamerule that allows spectator mode players to load or generate new chunks. With this setting, you will improve the overall performance of your server. Conclusion 🎉 We hope this guide has been helpful and remember, do not hesitate to ask on HolyHosting Discord or contact our support team.

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