CloudNord | How do I change my server's MOTD (Message of the Day)?

How do I change my server's MOTD (Message of the Day)? Print

Your server’s MOTD (Message of the Day) is the short message that appears under your server’s name in the multiplayer list of your game (for example, Minecraft). A customized MOTD is a great way to give your server personality, share updates, and make it stand out.

we’ll show you exactly how to change your server’s MOTD through your CloudNord control panel.

1. What is the MOTD?

The MOTD is a text line displayed in your server listing when players browse or connect.
For example: A Minecraft Server

You can also add colors, formatting, and symbols to make it look professional.

2. Changing Your MOTD in CloudNord Panel

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to the CloudNord Panel : Go to CloudNord Panel enter your username and password.
Select Your Server In your dashboard, click on the server you want to edit.
Open the server.properties File
- Navigate to the File Manager.
- Locate the file named server.properties.
Find the motd Line
- Look for the line:
```
motd=Your current MOTD here
```
Replace It with Your New MOTD
- Example:
```
motd=§aWelcome to §bCloudNord §fSurvival!
```
  (Here, §a and §b add colors — see color code chart below.)

Save the Changes

Click Save in the editor.

Restart Your Server
- Changes to the MOTD will only apply after a restart.

3. Using Colors & Formatting

Minecraft MOTD supports formatting codes using the § symbol followed by a code:

Code	Color / Style
§0	Black
§1	Dark Blue
§2	Dark Green
§3	Dark Aqua
§4	Dark Red
§5	Dark Purple
§6	Gold
§7	Gray
§8	Dark Gray
§9	Blue
§a	Green
§b	Aqua
§c	Red
§d	Light Purple
§e	Yellow
§f	White
§l	Bold
§o	Italic
§n	Underline
§m	Strikethrough
§r	Reset Formatting

4. Tips for a Great MOTD

Keep it short and clear (max 59 characters per line).
Use color codes sparingly to avoid making it hard to read.
Update your MOTD regularly for events, sales, or version changes.
Avoid special characters that are not supported by the game.

5. Troubleshooting

Colors not showing? Make sure you are using the § symbol (not &) in server.properties.
MOTD still old? Ensure you saved the file and restarted your server.
Weird symbols appearing? This may happen if your MOTD contains unsupported characters. Remove or replace them.

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