Upgrade to ModernHDV Pro
Understand when the Pro version becomes relevant for your server based on your administration and infrastructure needs.
Introduction
ModernHDV Free is already a complete foundation for a single server with a GUI-focused auction house experience.
ModernHDV Pro is a natural next step when your needs go beyond a local server: advanced administration, faster editing workflows, and multi-server infrastructure.
When to Stay on Free
- You run a single server (survival, semi-RP, small community) with a local auction house.
- YAML configuration suits you and you prefer to version your files manually.
- You do not need MySQL or multi-server mode.
- You want a simple deployment with SQLite and minimal maintenance.
When to Upgrade to Pro
Network / Multi-Server
If you run multiple servers and want one shared global auction house, the Pro version becomes the right choice (MySQL + multi-server mode).
Advanced Administration
If you frequently adjust the interface, categories, or settings, the Pro version provides faster and more practical in-game editing tools for daily use.
What Pro Adds
Administration Pro
- In-game GUI Admin (
/hdv config) - Hot reload (
/hdv reload) - In-game category editing
- Advanced in-game configuration
Infrastructure Pro
- MySQL storage
- Multi-server mode
- Automatic storage transfer between SQLite and MySQL
- Shared auction house across servers
- More robust network deployments
Productivité Pro
- Faster editing than YAML for common adjustments
- Icon customization (material + CustomModelData)
- Reduced iteration time for administration
Free vs Pro Table (Summary)
| Category | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | SQLite | SQLite + MySQL |
| Network Mode | Single-server | Single-server + Multi-Server |
| Administration | YAML | YAML + GUI Admin + reload |
| Customization | YAML | YAML + advanced in-game editing |
Detailed Comparison
For a feature-by-feature view, see the Features page and the Multi-Server page for network deployments.
Migration to Pro
The transition to ModernHDV Pro usually follows a continuous configuration path: the YAML workflow remains compatible and you progressively add Pro features based on your needs.
Since 1.2.0, ModernHDV Pro includes an automatic Free → Pro migration flow for the main plugin files, plus automatic storage transfer tools between SQLite and MySQL for infrastructure upgrades.
Important : ModernHDV Free and ModernHDV Pro are two separate versions of the plugin. Each one creates its own folder in the `plugins/` directory. It is therefore critical to never install both versions at the same time on the same server, otherwise you may face loading and configuration conflicts.
During migration, remove the Free version first, then install ModernHDV Pro before restarting the server.
Before any infrastructure upgrade (e.g. SQLite to MySQL), back up your files and data, then validate the behavior in a test environment if possible.
Recommended Approach
Start by enabling the Pro administration tools on your current server, then plan the network migration (MySQL / multi-server) as a separate step. In 1.2.0, the Pro version can automatically migrate Free files and can transfer auction data between SQLite and MySQL when needed.
Make the Right Decision
ModernHDV Pro is mainly relevant if you need advanced administration tools and a network deployment. The Free version remains a solid solution for single servers.