Enchantment

Fire Protection

Reduces fire damage and burn time.

EnchantmentsJava & Bedrock
Fire Protection
Quick answer

Reduces fire damage and burn time.

Maximum levelIV
Applies toAll armor pieces
Incompatible withProtection, Blast Protection, Projectile Protection
Acquisition typeStandard enchantment
Anvil cost2 per level
SupportJava & Bedrock
Current versionJava 26.2
IDminecraft:fire_protection

Effect

Reduces fire damage and burn time.

Level scaling

Each level reduces fire and lava damage and shortens burn duration. Level IV is the normal maximum on one piece.

Practical use

Useful for specialized Nether gear. Protection IV is more general, while Fire Resistance potions cover many fire hazards.

Compatible items

All armor pieces

How to obtain

Enchanting table, enchanted books, trading, and chest loot.

Restrictions and compatibility

Cannot be combined with: Protection, Blast Protection, Projectile Protection. An anvil will not apply conflicting enchantments to one item.

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