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# SoundDistance

Config path: `checks.net.sounddistance`\
Permission (bypass): `nocheatplus.checks.net.sounddistance`\
Exemption: `NET_SOUNDDISTANCE`\
Depends on: `ProtocolLib (plugin)`

This check prevents hackers from tracking far away players by abusing the weather mechanics in Minecraft. It needs ProtocolLib enabled and running, otherwise it wont load up.

| Option      | Description                                                                   |
| ----------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| maxdistance | Limit the distance (in blocks) at which weather can be heard for each player. |

**Related**

* [Active](/ncpf/guides/getting-started/configuration/checks/general/active.md)
* [Actions](/ncpf/guides/getting-started/configuration/checks/general/actions.md)