Minecraft Plugin

MiniMOTD by jpenilla

Minecraft plugin/mod to set the server list MOTD using MiniMessage for formatting, supporting RGB colors.

Downloads: 222091 · Followers: 496 · updated 1 month ago · Latest: GyJL5XJ2

Download MiniMOTD on Modrinth

About MiniMOTD

MiniMOTD is a Minecraft plugin published on Modrinth by jpenilla. Minecraft plugin/mod to set the server list MOTD using MiniMessage for formatting, supporting RGB colors.

On the technical side, MiniMOTD ships for Fabric, Folia, NeoForge, Paper and 3 more platforms. Installs on the Minecraft server. Vanilla clients can connect without extra files.

MiniMOTD maintains compatibility with 44 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.10.2 up to Minecraft 26.2. Always download the file that matches your Minecraft version, and re-check the version dropdown after any Mojang release to avoid crash-on-launch bugs.

Content-wise, MiniMOTD is categorized as Decoration, and Utility. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft plugin category so you can pair it with other plugins from the same tag on this site.

Popularity: MiniMOTD has been downloaded 222.1k times on Modrinth and was updated 1 month ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that jpenilla is actively maintaining MiniMOTD.

Compatibility & requirements

Environment: Server only — Installs on the Minecraft server. Vanilla clients can connect without extra files.

Loaders / platforms: Fabric, Folia, NeoForge, Paper, Sponge, Velocity, Waterfall

Supported Minecraft versions (44): 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1, 1.9.4, 1.8.9, 1.8.8, 1.21.9, 1.21.8, 1.21.7, 1.21.6, 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2, 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.19.4, 1.19.3, 1.19.2, 1.19, 1.18.2, 1.18, 1.17.1, 1.17, 1.16.5, 1.16.4, 1.16.3, 1.16.2, 1.16.1, 1.16, 1.15.2, 1.14.4, 1.13.2, 1.12.2, 1.11.2, 1.10.2

Categories: Decoration, Utility

How to install MiniMOTD

  1. Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.2.
  2. Place the .jar into your server's plugins folder. Restart the server and run /plugins to verify.
  3. Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check MiniMOTD appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.

Frequently asked questions about MiniMOTD

Which Minecraft versions does MiniMOTD support?

MiniMOTD lists support for 44 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.10.2. Always match the version of the file you download to the Minecraft version your world or server is running.

What mod loader or server platform do I need to run MiniMOTD?

MiniMOTD publishes files for Fabric, Folia, NeoForge, Paper, and 3 more. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping MiniMOTD into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.

Does MiniMOTD need to be installed on my Minecraft server?

MiniMOTD is a server-side plugin. Install it on your Minecraft server. Players joining with a vanilla client generally do not need to install anything extra.

Who created MiniMOTD?

MiniMOTD is published on Modrinth by jpenilla. The project was first published 2003 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and jpenilla's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.

Is MiniMOTD still being updated?

Yes — MiniMOTD was updated 1 month ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from jpenilla generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.

Is MiniMOTD safe to download from Modrinth?

Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that jpenilla uploads for MiniMOTD. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading MiniMOTD directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install plugin files from unknown third-party sites.

How popular is MiniMOTD?

MiniMOTD has been downloaded 222,091 times (222.1k) on Modrinth and has 496 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft plugin.

What license does MiniMOTD use?

MiniMOTD is distributed under the MIT — permissive open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling MiniMOTD into a modpack.

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Source, safety, and licensing

MiniMOTD is indexed by MinecraftBible directly from the official Modrinth REST API. All files are hosted on Modrinth, which virus-scans and moderates every upload from jpenilla before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install plugin files from unknown mirrors.

License: MIT — permissive open source license (MIT).

Freshness signal: MiniMOTD was updated 1 month ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.

Author profile: Visit jpenilla's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.

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