Where does the MOTD go?

In your server.properties file, on the line that starts with motd=. Replace whatever is there with the value this tool generates, save, and restart the server.

Why does my MOTD show odd characters like \u00A7?

server.properties stores the section sign as the escape \u00A7. That is correct — the server decodes it back to § at runtime. Paste the value exactly as generated.

How many lines can an MOTD have?

Two. The server list renders the MOTD as two short lines, so keep each line brief so nothing gets cut off.

Minecraft MOTD Generator

The MOTD is the line of text players see under your server in the multiplayer list. It lives in server.properties as the motd= value and supports the same color and formatting codes as chat.

Write your two lines below, style them, and copy the escaped motd= value. The preview shows roughly how it will sit in the server list.

How to use

Type the first and second line of your message.
Add color and format codes with the buttons or by typing & codes.
Watch the preview to balance the two lines.
Copy the motd= line and paste it into server.properties, then restart the server.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the MOTD go?: In your server.properties file, on the line that starts with motd=. Replace whatever is there with the value this tool generates, save, and restart the server.
Why does my MOTD show odd characters like \u00A7?: server.properties stores the section sign as the escape \u00A7. That is correct — the server decodes it back to § at runtime. Paste the value exactly as generated.
How many lines can an MOTD have?: Two. The server list renders the MOTD as two short lines, so keep each line brief so nothing gets cut off.