Follower Trap Safety

skyrim — Mods & Enhancements

Follower Trap Safety is a lightweight utility mod that prevents followers and summoned creatures from triggering bear traps, pressure plates, and trip wires. With 28,139 endorsements and over 650,000 downloads, it's a proven fix for a common annoyance. Last updated in 2014, it remains a staple for Skyrim players.

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Syntax

Utilities

Example

Downloads: 653,866 | Endorsements: 28,139

💡 Notes

By Alek | v1.3 | 28,139 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just downl

If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and install—no extra setup needed.

Works with any follower mod, but if you have mods that alter

Works with any follower mod, but if you have mods that alter trap behavior, test in a dungeon with traps to ensure compatibility.

For Skyrim Special Edition, check if the mod has an SE versi

For Skyrim Special Edition, check if the mod has an SE version or use the 'Nexus Mods' search to find a port.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge community trust: 28,139 endorsements and over 650k downloads.
Solves a real annoyance—no more watching Lydia walk into every bear trap.
Lightweight and does exactly what it says, no extra features to fiddle with.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2014—might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
No mention of compatibility with other trap-related mods or script-heavy setups.
Only affects followers and summons—player-triggered traps remain unchanged.

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