MOTD Builder
Create beautiful Minecraft server messages with color codes and formatting.
MOTD Editor
Quick Tips
- •Each segment can have its own color and formatting
- •MOTDs have 2 lines max, shown in the server list
- •Keep lines under 45 characters to avoid truncation
- •Use § color codes in server.properties file
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motd=§6§lWelcome to my server!\n§7Play now at §bmc.example.comPaste this line directly into your server.properties file
Color Code Reference
§0§1§2§3§4§5§6§7§8§9§a§b§c§d§e§f§kobfuscated§lbold§mstrikethrough§nunderline§oitalic§rresetFrequently Asked Questions
What is a Minecraft server MOTD?
MOTD stands for "Message of the Day" - it's the text that appears below your server name in the Minecraft server list. You can use color codes and formatting to make it stand out and attract players.
How do I add colors to my MOTD?
Use color codes starting with § followed by a letter or number. For example, §a makes text green, §c makes it red, and §6 makes it gold. You can also use §l for bold and §o for italic.
Where do I put the MOTD?
Add the motd= line to your server.properties file in your server folder. After saving, restart your server for changes to take effect. The MOTD will appear when players add your server to their list.
What is MiniMessage format?
MiniMessage is a modern text format used by Paper and its forks (1.16+). Instead of § codes, it uses tags like <green>, <bold>, and even supports gradients and hex colors. It's more readable and powerful than legacy formatting.
Can I use hex colors in my MOTD?
Yes, on Minecraft 1.16+ you can use hex colors in the format §x§r§r§g§g§b§b where r, g, b are the hex digits. For example, §x§f§f§0§0§0§0 for red. Paper servers can use MiniMessage format like <#FF0000> which is easier to read.
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