Minecraft

Minecraft MOTD Generator

Generate Minecraft MOTDs, server descriptions, color-code friendly server list text, Discord welcome messages, and short promotional text for Minecraft servers.

Fill in the options above and generate to see all MOTD versions.

How to use it

  • Enter your server name (or leave blank for “our Minecraft server”).
  • Select your server type to set the right context.
  • Choose a tone that matches your server’s vibe.
  • Pick a MOTD style: simple text, color-coded, server list, Discord, or promotional.
  • Toggle the features you want to highlight in your description.
  • Open the color code helper to add Minecraft color codes to your MOTD.
  • Click Generate MOTD to preview all versions.
  • Use the copy buttons to grab the MOTD, description, Discord version, or all at once.

FAQ

â–¸What does MOTD mean in Minecraft?

MOTD stands for Message of the Day. It is the text displayed under your server name in the Minecraft multiplayer server list.

â–¸How do I add color codes to my MOTD?

Use the & symbol followed by a character code. For example, &6 for gold, &e for yellow, &b for aqua. You can find the full list in the color code helper on this page.

â–¸Where do I put the MOTD in my server config?

The MOTD is set in your <code className="rounded bg-slate-900 px-1.5 py-0.5 font-mono text-xs text-indigo-300">server.properties</code> file under the <code className="rounded bg-slate-900 px-1.5 py-0.5 font-mono text-xs text-indigo-300"> motd=</code> field. Paste your generated MOTD after the equals sign. Some hosting panels also have a MOTD field in the server settings.

â–¸Can I use formatting like bold and italic?

Yes. Use &l for bold and &o for italic. Combine them with color codes like &6&l for bold gold text.

â–¸Is this tool free?

Yes, completely free. No login, no sign-up, and no hidden costs. Built by QUESTPAUSE.

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