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How do I set a MOTD on my Minecraft server?

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How do I set a MOTD on my Minecraft server?

Here's a quick guide to set up your Minecraft server’s MOTD (Message of the Day):

Here's a quick guide to set up your Minecraft server’s MOTD (Message of the Day):

  1. Log into the game panel and navigate to your desired server.

  2. Click on Files.

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  1. Find and open the server.properties file.

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  1. Look for the line labeled MOTD.

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  1. Modify the text after the = symbol with your desired message.

Be sure to use the correct format; Vanilla Minecraft and Bungeecord servers may have different formatting.Use this tool to add fun colors to your MOTD. Copy and paste the formatted text into the appropriate spot.

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  1. Go to Terminal.

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  1. Click the yellow restart button to apply the changes.

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If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out via Discord or create a support ticket through this link.

Lars Volkers
Updated on: 03/13/2026
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