Here are 50 popular Minecraft server plugins with brief descriptions and their links:

  1. EssentialsX - Provides core server commands and features. EssentialsX

  2. WorldEdit - In-game map editor. WorldEdit

  3. WorldGuard - Protects parts of the world. WorldGuard

  4. LuckPerms - Advanced permissions management. LuckPerms

  5. Vault - Manages various plugins' economy, permissions, and chat. Vault

  6. Dynmap - Web-based map for your Minecraft server. Dynmap

  7. Multiverse-Core - Manages multiple worlds on your server. Multiverse-Core

  8. FancyNpc - Adds NPCs to your Minecraft server. Fancynpc

  9. GriefPrevention - Protects your builds from griefers. GriefPrevention

  10. ClearLag - Reduces lag by clearing entities. ClearLag

  11. EssentialsChat - Chat formatting and management. EssentialsChat

  12. CoreProtect - Blocks and rollback logging tool. CoreProtect

  13. mcMMO - RPG-like abilities and skills. mcMMO

  14. LiteBans - Lightweight banning solution. LiteBans

  15. Vault - Economy, permission, and chat plugin management. Vault

  16. Jobs Reborn - Allows players to earn money by doing jobs. Jobs Reborn

  17. BuycraftX - Integration for the Buycraft donation system. BuycraftX

  18. AdvancedBan - Comprehensive ban management. AdvancedBan

  19. MythicMobs - Create custom mobs and bosses. MythicMobs

  20. Votifier - Reward players for voting. Votifier

  21. Holographic Displays - Creates floating holograms. Holographic Displays

  22. PlotSquared - Plot management and protection. PlotSquared

  23. AuctionHouse - Auction system for players. AuctionHouse

  24. ChestShop - Simple sign-based economy plugin. ChestShop

  25. BungeeCord - Connect multiple Minecraft servers. BungeeCord

  26. DeluxeMenus - Custom GUI menus. DeluxeMenus

  27. MobArena - Create mob battle arenas. MobArena

  28. EssentialsProtect - Protects your server from various threats. EssentialsProtect

  29. EssentialsSpawn - Manages spawn points. EssentialsSpawn

  30. FactionsUUID - Factions plugin for managing player factions. FactionsUUID

  31. Residence - Land management and protection. Residence

  32. Towny - Town and nation management. Towny

  33. MythicDrops - Custom loot drops. MythicDrops

  34. CitizensCMD - Command management for NPCs. CitizensCMD

  35. Multiverse-Inventories - Separate inventories per world. Multiverse-Inventories

  36. FastAsyncWorldEdit - Fast and efficient WorldEdit. FastAsyncWorldEdit

  37. FastAsyncVoxelSniper - Fast voxel shaping and editing. FastAsyncVoxelSniper

  38. NoCheatPlus - Prevents cheating on your server. NoCheatPlus

  39. MobCatcher - Capture mobs with eggs. MobCatcher

  40. BossShopPro - Create item shops with GUI. BossShopPro

  41. BlockLocker - Chest and door protection. BlockLocker

  42. ViaVersion - Allows newer clients to connect to older server versions. ViaVersion

  43. ProtocolLib - Library for packet-level control. ProtocolLib

  44. QuickShop - Sign-based shops. QuickShop

  45. Citadel - Fortification and reinforcement of blocks. Citadel

  46. GeyserMC - Allows Bedrock Edition to join Java servers. GeyserMC

  47. LWC - Lightweight chest protection. LWC

  48. SuperVanish - Vanish plugin for admins. SuperVanish

  49. VentureChat - Advanced chat management. VentureChat

  50. Harbor - Faster night skipping with fewer players. Harbor

These plugins can greatly enhance the functionality and experience of your Minecraft server, each serving a unique purpose.