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Setting MOTD

This step-by-step guide will walk you through configuring MOTD for your domains in the Goxy Dashboard. You can set individual MOTDs for each domain (e.g., different for mc.goxy.io and io.goxy.mc) or set a default MOTD for the entire network. Ready to give your servers a unique style?

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Set up MOTD in minutes and make your network attract players with a unique welcome!

Before You Begin​

warningImportant: How MOTD Works

MOTD is the message displayed on the Minecraft server list. You can set individual MOTDs per domain or a default MOTD for the entire network, which will override settings for all configured domains.

infoIndividual MOTD

Each domain (e.g., mc.goxy.io, io.goxy.mc) can have its own MOTD, allowing personalized experiences based on the domain players connect through.

infoDefault MOTD

Setting a default MOTD for the network means all configured domains will show the same message, simplifying management.

MOTD Configuration​

Step 1: Go to the Domains Tab​

  1. On the Goxy Dashboard homepage, you’ll see a list of all your domains. Domain list view in the dashboard
  2. Select the domain you want to edit, or go to the default MOTD settings for the entire network.

Step 2: Edit MOTD for a Domain​

  1. Click the Edit button next to the selected domain (e.g., mc.goxy.io).
  2. The MOTD editor window will open with a live preview at the top showing how the message will look in-game.
  3. In the MOTD Text tab, enter your message. It supports basic Minecraft color codes (e.g., &a for green) and gradients.
  4. (Optional) Add a server icon in the section below. Domain edit button
    warningImportant: Server Icon Requirements

    The server icon must be 64x64 pixels and weigh no more than 1 MB.

  5. Click the Save button.
check-markDone!

Your MOTD is configured and visible to players on the server list!

Step 3: (Optional) Advanced MOTD Settings​

warningAdvanced Settings

Advanced MOTD settings are available from the Basic plan onward. Check subscription plans in the Goxy panel to unlock these options!

If you have a Basic plan or higher, you can configure the following advanced settings:

  1. Hover Text: Text displayed when hovering over the player count on the server list.
    • Supports only basic Minecraft color codes (e.g., &a).
    • Does not support placeholders.
    • Leave blank to disable.
  2. Player Count Mask: Maximum displayed online player count on the server list (e.g., 5000).
    • Leave blank to disable.
  3. Visual Slot Count: Displayed slot count on the server list (does not affect the actual player limit).
    • Leave blank to disable. MOTD preview
  4. Click Save to apply advanced settings.
check-markAdvanced Settings Ready!

Your advanced MOTD is configured and ready to attract players!

Unique Style

Customize MOTD to make your network stand out on the server list.

Creativity

Use colors and gradients to create eye-catching MOTDs.

Speed

MOTD setup in just a few clicks — ready in seconds!

Links & Resources​

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Here are the key links to our resources — all in one place!

ResourceLink
Goxy Homepagegoxy.io
Admin Paneldashboard.goxy.io
Status Pagestatus.goxy.io
Discord CommunityJoin Discord
Awesome Goxy ListView list
API DocumentationAPI Docs
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