Beyond Permanent Permissions
Not every permission should last forever. Temporary permissions open up possibilities that permanent ones can't:
- VIP Trials — Let players try premium features before buying
- Event Access — Grant abilities only during special events
- Temporary Bans — Restrict troublemakers for a set time
- Subscription Ranks — Time-limited perks for supporters
- Staff Probation — Test new moderators before full promotion
Let's explore how to implement these effectively.
How Temporary Permissions Work
The Basic Concept
A temporary permission is a regular permission with an expiration date. After that date, the permission automatically disappears.
PlayerA has hytale.fly
Granted: January 15, 2026
Expires: January 22, 2026
On January 22, hytale.fly is automatically removed. No manual intervention required.
Command Syntax
With HyperPerms, add an expiration to any permission:
/hp user PlayerName permission set hytale.fly true 7d
This grants flight for 7 days. Other duration formats:
| Format | Meaning |
|---|---|
30s | 30 seconds |
15m | 15 minutes |
6h | 6 hours |
7d | 7 days |
4w | 4 weeks |
2M | 2 months |
Temporary Group Membership
You can also add players to groups temporarily:
/hp user PlayerName group add vip 30d
After 30 days, they're automatically removed from the VIP group and lose all associated permissions.
Use Case 1: VIP Trials
Want to convert free players to paying supporters? Let them experience VIP benefits.
Setting Up a Trial
Create a VIP trial system:
/hp group create vip
/hp group vip permission set hytale.fly true
/hp group vip permission set hytale.homes.5 true
/hp group vip permission set hytale.kit.vip true
/hp group vip meta set prefix "&6[VIP] "
When a player requests a trial:
/hp user PlayerName group add vip 3d
They get 3 days of VIP. After that, they either buy or go back to normal.
Preventing Trial Abuse
Players might try to get multiple trials. Track who's had trials in your records, or use a plugin that limits trial claims to once per player.
Use Case 2: Event Permissions
Running a building contest? PvP tournament? Special holiday event?
Building Contest Example
For a weekend building event:
/hp group create event-builder
/hp group event-builder permission set creative.mode true
/hp group event-builder permission set worldedit.* true
/hp group event-builder permission set hytale.fly true
Add participants with expiration matching the event end:
/hp user Builder1 group add event-builder 48h
/hp user Builder2 group add event-builder 48h
When the event ends, permissions auto-revoke. No cleanup needed.
World-Specific Event Permissions
Combine temporary permissions with contexts for surgical precision:
/hp user Player permission set creative.mode true 48h world=eventworld
They can only use creative mode in the event world, and only for 48 hours.
Use Case 3: Temporary Bans and Restrictions
Instead of permanent bans, time-limited restrictions can be more appropriate for minor offenses.
Temporary Mute
Player spamming chat? Mute for 1 hour:
/hp user Spammer permission set hytale.chat false 1h
The negative permission overrides their default chat access, but only for an hour.
Temporary Build Restriction
Griefed a small area? Remove build permission for a week:
/hp user Griefer permission set hytale.build false 7d
They can still play, just not build. Teaches a lesson without permanent exile.
Jail System
Combine with a restricted group:
/hp group create jailed
/hp group jailed permission set hytale.* false
/hp group jailed permission set hytale.chat true
/hp user BadPlayer group add jailed 24h
They lose all permissions except chat for 24 hours.
Use Case 4: Subscription Ranks
Running a server costs money. Subscription ranks help fund operations while giving supporters cool perks.
Monthly VIP
Set up a 30-day cycle:
/hp group create vip-monthly
/hp group vip-monthly parent add member
/hp group vip-monthly permission set hytale.fly true
/hp group vip-monthly permission set hytale.homes.10 true
/hp group vip-monthly permission set hytale.kit.vip true
/hp group vip-monthly meta set prefix "&e[VIP] "
When someone subscribes:
/hp user Subscriber group add vip-monthly 30d
Renewal Reminders
You'll want to notify players before their rank expires. This requires a separate plugin or script, but the workflow is:
- Check for players with expiring ranks (within 3 days)
- Send in-game mail or notification
- Player renews (you re-run the add command)
Integration with Payment Platforms
Many servers integrate with Tebex/Buycraft or similar platforms. When a purchase completes, the platform runs:
/hp user {player} group add vip-monthly 30d
Fully automated subscription management.
Use Case 5: Staff Probation
New staff members shouldn't get full powers immediately. Use temporary ranks for evaluation periods.
Trial Moderator System
Create a probationary rank:
/hp group create trial-mod
/hp group trial-mod parent add helper
/hp group trial-mod permission set hytale.mute true
/hp group trial-mod permission set hytale.kick true
Promote new staff to trial-mod for 2 weeks:
/hp user NewStaff group add trial-mod 14d
If they do well, promote to full moderator. If not, they simply lose the rank when it expires.
Managing Temporary Permissions
Viewing Expiration Times
Check when a permission expires:
/hp user PlayerName info
Shows all permissions with remaining time.
Removing Early
Changed your mind? Remove the temporary permission:
/hp user PlayerName permission unset hytale.fly
Extending Duration
Need to add more time? Run the same command with the new total duration:
/hp user PlayerName permission set hytale.fly true 14d
This overwrites the previous expiration with a new 14-day timer.
Using the Web Editor for Temp Permissions
HyperPerms' visual editor makes temporary permissions easy:
Adding Temp Permissions
- Select the user
- Click "Add Permission"
- Toggle "Temporary"
- Choose duration from presets (1h, 6h, 24h, 7d, 30d) or set custom
- Click Add
Viewing Temp Permissions
The permission list shows expiration times next to temporary permissions. Expired permissions show a warning icon.
Bulk Operations
Need to give 50 event participants temporary permissions? Use the batch mode to add them all at once.
Best Practices
Document Your Temp Permission Uses
Keep records of:
- Who has what temporary permissions
- Why they were granted
- When they expire
- Who to contact for renewal
Plan for Timezone Issues
Expirations happen at server time. If your server is UTC and your player is PST, their "30-day VIP" might expire at 4 AM their time. Communicate expected expiration times clearly.
Monitor Expirations
Create a habit of checking near-expiring permissions weekly:
/hp user search expiring:7d
This lists all users with permissions expiring within a week.
Don't Over-Complicate
Start simple. One or two temporary rank tiers is enough for most servers. Complex systems create management headaches.
The Power of Time-Limited Access
Temporary permissions transform how you manage your server:
- Flexibility — Grant abilities without permanent commitment
- Security — Time-limited damage if something goes wrong
- Revenue — Subscription models become possible
- Engagement — Events feel special with exclusive access
Try HyperPerms' temporary permission system today. The web editor makes it visual and intuitive—no command memorization required.