# Configuration
Auto Nickname stores its configuration in `plugins/AutoNickname/config.yml`.
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## config.yml
```yaml
should_auto_nick: true
should_renick_on_death: false
```
| Key | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| `should_auto_nick` | Boolean | `true` | Whether players are automatically assigned a random nickname on join. |
| `should_renick_on_death` | Boolean | `false` | Whether players receive a new random nickname after dying. |
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## Bypass
The following players are excluded from auto nicking and death renicking:
- **OPs** — Server operators are always bypassed.
- **Permission** — Players with `lodestone.autonick.bypass` are excluded.
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## Related Pages
- [[Auto Nickname/Overview]] — Plugin overview and installation
- [[Auto Nickname/Commands]] — Command and permission listing