Free & open-source launcher & server manager for modded Minecraft Zircon

Modded Minecraft with friends,
without the headache.

Zircon connects players and servers seamlessly. Pick a server, hit PLAY, and the exact mods that server runs install themselves — verified against Modrinth & CurseForge on every launch. No modpack hunting. No version guessing.

Windows, macOS & Linux Source-Available (BSL 1.1) · Free for Players & Communities Modrinth & CurseForge integrated
Zircon Launcher Main Screen
CurseForge and Modrinth Mod Browser
Zircon Server Performance Stats
Zircon 3D Skin Studio with Live Preview
Zircon Live Server Terminal Console

Click any tab above or click the image to inspect full-screen details.

For Minecraft Players

Zero setup. Hit PLAY and you're in the world.

No more manually downloading ZIP files, matching Forge versions, or debugging missing library crashes. Zircon detects your server's modpack, pulls verified files from Modrinth & CurseForge, and connects you seamlessly.

  • Official Microsoft Sign-In: Safe OAuth 2.0 PKCE browser authentication.
  • Instant Asset Fast-Path: Sub-millisecond launch verification after first scan.
  • Isolated Server Sandboxes: Each server maintains its own clean mods folder.
Explore Launcher Features →
Zircon Launcher Interface
For Server Hosts

A self-hosted management engine built for modpacks.

Manage instances, install CurseForge & Modrinth mods, monitor live CPU/RAM charts, and configure sleep/wake modes without writing shell scripts or configuring multi-port firewalls.

  • Single-Port Multiplexing: Game and REST manifests both run on port 25565.
  • Automatic Sleep & Wake: Pauses JVM when empty; wakes on player intent.
  • Integrated Web Dashboard: Access live stats and console at localhost:25564.
Explore Server Manager →
Zircon Server Manager Dashboard
Interactive Showcase

Take a deep look inside Zircon

A unified suite for modded Minecraft — click any feature below to inspect the interface and tools.

Mod Management

CurseForge & Modrinth Built-In

Search, filter, and install hundreds of thousands of mods from both leading Minecraft repositories directly inside your interface with zero API key configuration needed. Automatic dependency resolution and SHA-512 cryptographic verification ensure rock-solid stability.

  • Dual-repository search in a unified browser
  • Automated dependency matching for Forge, NeoForge & Fabric
  • 1-Click client synchronization for seamless party play
Mod Browser
CurseForge and Modrinth Mod Browser
Server Control

Real-Time Terminal & Colorized Logs

Monitor your server live with sub-millisecond WebSocket output. Send commands, inspect formatted Minecraft logs with color-coded info, warnings, and error stacks, and filter logs with one click.

  • Instant command dispatch directly from your browser
  • Interactive log level filtering (Info, Warn, Error)
  • Auto-scrolling with pause on scrollback
Live Console
Server Terminal Console
Customization

3D Skin Studio & Community Library

Pick from your saved skins or upload a custom PNG, preview your character in full rotating 3D, and sync directly to Mojang. Plus, browse thousands of trending skins fetched live from the community API.

  • Saved skin selector with live rotating 3D viewport
  • Community skin library pulling trending skins live via API
  • Direct 1-click synchronization to official Mojang accounts
3D Skin Studio
3D Skin Studio
Developer & Host Tools

In-Browser Code & Config Studio

Edit server.properties, JSON configs, and game files with full syntax highlighting directly in the web browser. Push config changes to all connected client launchers in seconds with "Sync to Clients".

  • Full code editor with keyboard shortcuts
  • Instant Bill of Materials (BOM) synchronization
  • Built-in directory explorer and file uploader
Config Editor
In-Browser Config Editor
Reliability

Automated Backups & Snapshots

Protect your world with scheduled high-speed LZ4 compressed backups. Set custom retention policies, create manual restore points before major mod additions, and revert with a single click.

  • Ultra-fast LZ4 compression with zero game stutter
  • Configurable retention policies (keep last N backups)
  • 1-Click snapshot restore for full peace of mind
Server Backups
Automated Backups
Singleplayer

Singleplayer Modded Worlds

Launch isolated offline instances with your choice of Minecraft version, loader (Fabric/Quilt/Forge/NeoForge), custom RAM allocation, and local modpacks without needing an active internet connection.

  • Isolated singleplayer directories per instance
  • Dedicated shader & texture pack manager
  • Custom Java runtime and memory allocation
Offline Instances
Offline Worlds Manager
Sound familiar?

If you've done any of these, Zircon is for you

Hunting mod versions

Scrolling mod sites for "the right build" and hoping it matches what your friends are running.

Dragging JARs into folders

Manually dropping mod files into mods/ and deleting the ones that crash on launch.

"It works on my machine"

Comparing configs with your friend at 1am, one mismatch at a time, while the server sits empty.

Why players love Zircon

Everything between you and playing just… works

Built for people who want to play modded Minecraft with friends — not spend their evening reconciling mod versions and crash logs.

One click. You're in.

Hit PLAY and Zircon downloads the right Minecraft version and mod loader — Fabric, Quilt, Forge, or NeoForge — installs the mods, and drops you straight into the game.

CurseForge & Modrinth sync

Search & download mods from Modrinth and CurseForge with verified SHA-512 and fingerprint checks on every launch. Nothing missing, nothing stale.

Sign in with your real account

Official Microsoft sign-in — your password goes to Microsoft, never to Zircon. No shared logins, no cracked launchers, no offline workarounds.

3D Skins & Community Library

Saved skin selector with live 3D preview, official Mojang cloud sync, and an in-app community skin explorer pulling trending skins via API.

Shaders & packs, auto-applied

Servers can offer their own shaders and resource packs. Zircon applies them when you join — you just say yes once, and it's done.

Solo adventures, too

Create offline single-player instances with their own mods, shaders, and texture packs. No server required — just build in peace.

How it works

Three steps. Then you're in.

Sign in with Microsoft

One click, in your browser. Zircon uses the official Microsoft flow — your password never touches the app.

Pick a server

Your saved servers, most recently played first — plus recommendations. Each server brings its own mod list along.

Hit PLAY

Zircon syncs and verifies the mods from Modrinth & CurseForge, wakes the server if it's asleep, and connects you. You spawn in — fully modded, ready to go.

For server owners

Run a modded server your friends can actually join

Zircon's server manager pairs with the launcher, so your players install exactly what you run. No setup guides. No support tickets.

Exact mod sync for players

Your server publishes its cryptographic mod manifest; every player's launcher installs precisely what you run with zero version mismatch.

Modrinth & CurseForge built-in

Search and install mods directly from Modrinth and CurseForge in your dashboard with zero API key configuration needed, or drop in custom JARs.

Single-Port Multiplexing

Minecraft gameplay (25565) and HTTP REST manifests run on the exact same port — no firewall gymnastics or port juggling required.

Live Web Console & Logs

Execute commands, review color-coded server logs in real time, and monitor CPU and memory usage from any web browser.

Sleeps idle, wakes on demand

Servers pause gracefully when empty to conserve host resources and wake automatically the moment a player clicks PLAY.

Automated Backups & Restore

Schedule high-speed LZ4 backups with custom retention policies and revert to any world snapshot with a single click.

Download the Server Manager
Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about getting started with Zircon.

How does Zircon automatically sync Minecraft mods?

When you join a server and hit PLAY, Zircon compares the server's published mod list against your local client folder. Any missing or updated mods are verified via Modrinth & CurseForge SHA-512 hashes and fingerprints, then downloaded instantly without manual file dragging.

Can I use CurseForge or Modrinth to find and download mods?

Yes! Zircon natively supports searching, installing, and synchronizing mods directly from both Modrinth and CurseForge with zero API key configuration needed. Both repositories are fully integrated out of the box.

Is Zircon free and open source?

Yes, Zircon is source-available under the Business Source License 1.1 (BSL 1.1). Both the client launcher and the self-hosted server manager are completely free for players, homelabbers, and gaming networks. The entire codebase is open for public inspection, self-hosting, and community contribution on GitHub.

Is my Microsoft / Minecraft account safe?

Yes. Authentication is performed via standard Microsoft OAuth in your default browser. Your login credentials go directly to Microsoft's login servers and are never accessed, handled, or stored by Zircon.

Which mod loaders and Minecraft versions are supported?

Zircon natively supports Fabric, Quilt, Forge, and NeoForge. The launcher automatically installs the required mod loader version when you launch an instance or join a server.

Ready to actually play?

Download Zircon, sign in with your Microsoft account, and join a server. The mods will be waiting for you — verified, synced, ready.

Download Zircon Launcher View Source on GitHub