Minecraft Server Status Checker • Live Ping
Free Minecraft server status checker and MOTD renderer. Check Java and Bedrock server uptime, protocol versions, latency, player limits.
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Server Specifications
| Resolved Address: | mc.hypixel.net:25565 |
| Supported Version: | 1.8.9 - 1.21.x |
| Protocol Version: | Protocol 767 |
| SRV Record Status: | ✔ Valid TCP SRV |
| Encryption / Auth: | Mojang Online-Mode (Authenticating) |
MOTD Code Formatter & Editor
Click color swatches or type classic Minecraft codes (&0-&f, &l, &n, &o) to format your server message.
Live In-Game Preview
Server.properties Configuration
Paste the generated text into your server.properties file next to motd=. Note that vanilla Minecraft replaces ampersands (&) with section symbols (§).
Minecraft Protocol Version Reference Matrix
| Minecraft Release | Protocol Version | Release Date | Major Networking / Packet Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.21.1 / 1.21 | 767 | June 2024 | Tricky Trials, Crafter, Wind Charges, Vault packets |
| 1.20.4 / 1.20.3 | 765 | December 2023 | Armadillo, Configuration phase packets separation |
| 1.20.2 | 764 | September 2023 | Dedicated login/configuration state transitions |
| 1.20.1 / 1.20 | 763 | June 2023 | Trails & Tales, Armor Trims, Cherry Grove data |
| 1.19.4 | 762 | March 2023 | Display entities and interaction packets |
| 1.19.2 | 760 | August 2022 | Cryptographic chat signature enforcement |
| 1.18.2 | 758 | February 2022 | Caves & Cliffs Part II, World height extended to 384 |
| 1.16.5 | 754 | January 2021 | Nether Update networking stabilization |
| 1.12.2 | 340 | September 2017 | World of Color Update (popular legacy modding target) |
| 1.8.9 | 47 | December 2015 | Bountiful Update (competitive PvP standard) |
About this tool
How to use it
- Enter any Minecraft server IP or domain name (e.g. 'mc.hypixel.net', '2b2t.org', 'play.wynncraft.com') or pick one of the popular server presets.
- Select your edition: Java Edition (default port 25565) or Bedrock Edition (default port 19132).
- View the server's status card showing online status, software version, player count gauge, latency estimate, and authenticated protocol number.
- Inspect the Message of the Day (MOTD) rendered in authentic Minecraft color codes and typography.
- Switch to the 'MOTD Editor' tab to draft, format, and preview custom server motds using classic '§' and '&' color codes and modern HEX colors.
Why it matters
Checking server reachability, latency, and protocol compatibility before launching the Minecraft client saves time and helps identify server-side outages, DNS misconfigurations, or version mismatches. Server owners can also preview and test complex color-coded MOTDs without restarting their server instances.
When to use it
Use this tool before booting up your game to verify server uptime, when troubleshooting connection errors ('io.netty.channel.AbstractChannel$AnnotatedConnectException'), or when designing colorful MOTDs for your multiplayer server.
Common questions
What is the default port for Minecraft Java and Bedrock servers?
Minecraft Java Edition uses TCP port 25565 by default. Minecraft Bedrock Edition (Pocket Edition / Windows 10 / Console) uses UDP port 19132 (or 19133 for IPv6).
What are Minecraft color codes?
Minecraft uses the section symbol (§) followed by a hex character (0-f) to format text colors in chat and the server list. Many server plugins also accept the ampersand (&) symbol.
What is a protocol version in Minecraft?
The Minecraft protocol version is an internal integer assigned by Mojang to identify the exact networking protocol used by a specific game update (e.g., Protocol 767 for Minecraft 1.21).
Can I test server status without installing any software?
Yes. This tool operates 100% in your browser, providing instant server diagnostics, protocol resolution, and interactive MOTD formatting.
What causes the 'Outdated Client' or 'Outdated Server' error?
This occurs when your local game client protocol version does not match the server's protocol version. Check the Protocol Reference table below to find the exact version required.