How to set MOTD

Want your Minecraft server to stand out in the multiplayer list? Then the MOTD (“Message of the Day”) is just what you need!

This is the short message displayed below your server name in the Minecraft multiplayer list.

Example:

OXY.Games Server | 🎉 Survival & Minigames!

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ℹ️ What Is the MOTD?

The MOTD is the first thing players see when adding your server to their multiplayer list.
It’s your chance to make a great first impression. You can use colors, symbols, or a funny line to attract attention.

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🚀 How to Change Your MOTD

1. Stop Your Server First

Before changing your configuration, it’s safest to stop the server.

👉 Read how to start/stop your server

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2. Open the File Manager

1. Go to panel.oxy.games
2. Select your server
3. Click Files in the menu

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3. Open server.properties

Find the file named server.properties.

Click to edit it.

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4. Find the motd= Line

You’ll see something like:

motd=A Minecraft Server

Replace the value with your custom message.

✨ You can use Minecraft color codes like §a, §c, etc.

Example:

motd=§bWelkom bij §eOXY§fGames!

📌 Keep it on a single line — no line breaks.

Click Save Content:

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5. Restart Your Server

The change only takes effect after a restart.

👉 Learn how to restart your server

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👀 Result in Minecraft

In the Minecraft multiplayer list, players will now see your custom MOTD.

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💡 Bonus Tips

• Use color codes to stand out:
  §a (green), §c (red), §e (yellow), §l (bold), §n (underline)

• Keep it short: long messages will get cut off.

• Use an online MOTD generator to preview how it looks in-game.

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