WaterdogPE

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Authentication

When online_mode is enabled, the proxy authenticates players with Xbox Live; downstream servers must run in offline mode.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Downloads

The guide directs users to download Waterdog.jar from GitHub Releases or waterdog.dev and says older-Java builds require compiling it themselves.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Integrations

The docs describe NPC/slapper integration through a downstream transfer command or by implementing the transfer method in an NPC plugin.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Key features

The proxy handles player connections and routing, transfers and fallback, server-list MOTD and ping, resource packs, compression, and encryption.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Limitations

The README says configuration from the old Waterdog (Bungee) is incompatible and unofficial forks and spoons are unsupported.github.com · read 30 Sep 2026

Plugin API

Its plugin API supports custom routing, commands, events, scheduling, player handling, and communication with downstream servers.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Purpose

WaterdogPE is a Minecraft: Bedrock Edition proxy that gives players one entry point to a network and lets them move between downstream servers without disconnecting.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Requirements

Current releases require Java 17 or newer, a machine to run the proxy, and at least one downstream server.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Security information

The opened official pages describe Xbox Live authentication and proxy encryption but state no security certification or compliance standard.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Server communication

For server-to-server messaging, the docs recommend a dedicated communication layer such as StarGate.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Server compatibility

The docs list Nukkit Vanilla, PocketMine API 4 and 5, Dragonfly, MiNET, GoMint, and JukeboxMC as compatible; PowerNukkit and PowerNukkitX are incompatible, while Bedrock Dedicated Server may work.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

StarGate status

The docs say StarGate is not actively maintained, remains functional for production use, and may receive few or no new releases.docs.waterdog.dev · read 30 Sep 2026

Support and community

The project links to Discord, GitHub Discussions, an issue tracker, and official documentation.github.com · read 30 Sep 2026

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