How long does it take for a mod to be accepted on CurseForge?
The time it takes for a mod to be accepted on CurseForge can vary, but generally, it takes around 1-3 hours for a modpack to be approved, with some Alpha or Beta releases taking up to 24 hours. The review process is typically faster for subsequent uploads, with most taking no more than 2 hours, unless there are issues that need to be resolved, such as mod dependencies or content restrictions.
Understanding the Review Process
The review process on CurseForge is in place to ensure that all mods meet the platform’s guidelines and requirements, which include having a logo, a written description, and being in the correct file format.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the Requirements for Uploading a Modpack to CurseForge?
To upload a modpack to CurseForge, you will need a logo for the modpack, a written description of the modpack, and the correct format of files to upload.
2. How Long does CurseForge Under Review Take?
The first time uploading a pack can take up to 24 hours, after that all the reviews take at max 2 hours unless something is going on.
3. How do I Activate CurseForge Mods?
To activate CurseForge mods, you can click ‘Files’, choose the version of the modpack that you would like to install and download it, then click the ‘Create Custom Profile’ button in the app, and then click ‘Import’.
4. Can Aternos Run Mods?
Aternos has a list with lots of different mods from CurseForge and Modrinth, currently, only mods listed on CurseForge or Modrinth can be installed on Aternos.
5. Does CurseForge Require Java?
Java is required to run Minecraft modpacks.
6. Can you Get Paid on CurseForge?
Should you elect to redeem your Points for cash, CurseForge will make a payment to your Paypal account in the cash amount redeemed within sixty (60) days from the date of redemption.
7. How Long does it Take to Get a Modpack Approved?
If it is a ‘Alpha or Beta‘ Release of your pack it will not show-up in the Twitch Client. Only ‘Release‘ Versions will show-up when ‘Approved‘ in about 1-3 Hours.
8. Does CurseForge Allow NSFW Mods?
For Minecraft as an example, NSFW and 18+ content is prohibited (nudity, adult substances, etc.).
9. Can I Install a Modpack without CurseForge?
The CurseForge website allows you to download the mod files as .jar files without using the CurseForge launcher.
10. Are all Modpacks on CurseForge Safe?
As per post from CurseForge, they have already fully addressed the security incident, so it is now safe.
11. Can you Add your Own Mods to CurseForge?
Click the contextual menu (the three dots) and choose ‘Profile Options‘ Check the box for ‘Allow content management for this profile‘ and click ‘Done‘.
12. How do you Get CurseForge to Detect Minecraft?
Head over to the app’s Settings. Click the ‘+’ button. Choose ‘Scan computer for games‘.
13. Does CurseForge Automatically Update Mods?
CurseForge only supports the auto update of the “Main File” for each Mod/Project, and all other Files need to be manually installed.
14. How do I Add Forge Mods to CurseForge?
Select your custom profile. Navigate to Options > Add More Content. Search the mods you wish to add, then click install.
15. Who is CurseForge Owned by?
Overwolf Ltd., a company organized under the laws of the State of Israel (“Overwolf“) is the owner of CurseForge (CF) and Eternal (“Eternal“), an innovative game modding platform allowing for the creation of third party game related content for the use and enjoyment of the gaming community (the “Platform“).