
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
MiniMOTD
Minecraft plugin/mod to set the server list MOTD using MiniMessage for formatting, supporting RGB colors.
Quick answer
Which MiniMOTD release should I use?
MiniMOTD 2.2.5 targets 26.3 with velocity. Do not install it on the client. It must be installed on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is MiniMOTD required on the client, server, or both?
Do not install it on the client. It must be installed on the dedicated server.
This file is marked server-only.
What else does MiniMOTD 2.2.5 need?
2.2.5. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add MiniMOTD without breaking your instance.
Built for MiniMOTD 2.2.5. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 2.2.5. It targets 26.3 with velocity; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Do not install it on the client. It must be installed on the dedicated server.
- 04
Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 2.2.5. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does MiniMOTD add?

MiniMOTD is a basic server list MOTD plugin/mod for Minecraft servers and proxies
- MiniMOTD supports RGB colors and gradients through MiniMessage, which is also where MiniMOTD gets it's name.
- For more detailed info on formatting text, refer to the MiniMessage docs.
- RGB colors are automatically downsampled for outdated clients.
- Requires Fabric API
Downloads
Downloads can be obtained from GitHub releases. There is a separate jar for each platform, as well as a universal jar for all platforms. Paper and Spigot share the same jar, as do Waterfall and Bungeecord.
Configuration
See the wiki for configuration details
Screenshots

Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
MiniMOTD by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.3
3 loader builds26.2
3 loader builds26.1.2
3 loader builds26.1.1
1 loader build26.1
1 loader build1.21.11
3 loader builds1.21.10
3 loader builds1.21.9
1 loader build1.21.8
3 loader builds1.21.7
1 loader build1.21.6
1 loader build1.21.5
3 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 33 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
MiniMOTD versions and loaders
2.2.5
minimotd-velocity-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-paper-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-sponge8-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-sponge7-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-neoforge-mc26.3-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-bungeecord-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-fabric-mc26.3-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.5
minimotd-bukkit-2.2.5.jar
18 Sept 2026
2.2.4
minimotd-velocity-2.2.4.jar
30 Jun 2026
2.2.4
minimotd-paper-2.2.4.jar
30 Jun 2026
2.2.4
minimotd-sponge8-2.2.4.jar
30 Jun 2026
2.2.4
minimotd-sponge7-2.2.4.jar
30 Jun 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.