Give Minecraft OP – Admin Rights, ops.json, Levels 1–4

Quick answer: Give Minecraft OP in the server console with op PlayerName. That writes ops.json. For ranks, use LuckPerms instead of permanent level 4.

Panel console (not in-game chat)
op Steve
Test /gamemode creative
deop Steve to revoke

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How do I give myself OP?

In the server console (not chat): op YourName. Then /gamemode, /ban, /stop. Chat /op only works if you are already OP.

What are OP levels 1–4?

1: bypass spawn protection. 2: /give, /tp. 3: /ban, /op, /kick. 4: /stop and everything. Default is often 4 – too high for co-admins.

Where is ops.json?

Server root next to server.properties. After a manual edit, restart or run /op again.

OP or LuckPerms?

OP is blunt. For ranks, claims, economy: LuckPerms. Keep OP for the owner only.

OP a Geyser/Bedrock player?

Use the exact Floodgate name from logs (often a prefix).

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