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title: Getting Started - Sonar
description: Lightweight and easy-to-use anti-bot plugin for your server
url: https://sonar.top/docs/getting-started
language: en
---

# Getting Started

A step-by-step guide on how to install and use Sonar.

1. Check out our [Pricing](https://sonar.top/#pricing) and subscribe to a plan.
2. Create a [New Server](https://sonar.top/servers/new) from your dashboard. You can then choose a fitting name for your server and select a color for the analytics charts.

3. Stop your Minecraft server if it's currently running.
4. Download the loader and drop it inside the `plugins` folder.

5. Optional: Customize some settings and messages.
6. Start your Minecraft server again.
7. Enjoy! You can now sit back and relax.