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How to change the MOTD on a Minecraft server

Last updated on Jul 29, 2024

Minecraft servers can display custom messages to every player upon logging in, known as a Message of the Day (MOTD). These messages are great places to supply players with server info, discord links, or helpful reminders. MOTDs can only be changed through the [server properties](change me) file, where additional settings can be adjusted, such as the Server Name or Whitelist. By default, MOTDs can only be fifty-nine characters to display the message on the server list.

Note: Learn how to customize the MOTD here.

Note: To generate a customized message, use the MOTD Creator here.


How to Change the MOTD on a Minecraft Server

  1. Login to the QuickHost Game Panel.

  2. Stop the server.

  3. On the left select Files.

  4. Open server.properties

  5. Find motd= and type the message you would like. Additional customizations can be found [here](edit me).

  6. On the bottom right click Save Content.

  7. Start the server.