Your server’s name and message of the day (MOTD) appear in the game’s server browser, allowing players to identify your server easily. Customizing these settings helps with branding, improving player engagement, and making your server stand out.
This guide will walk you through changing your server’s name and MOTD using VolticHost Game Panel.
📌 Prerequisites
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A game server purchased at VolticHost.com
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Access to VolticHost Game Panel
1️⃣ Changing the Server Name
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Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.
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Click on your game server.
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Navigate to the Startup tab.
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Find the Server Name field.
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Enter your new server name. Example:
VolticHost | Custom Game Server -
Click Save Changes.
✅ Your new server name is now set!
2️⃣ Changing the Message of the Day (MOTD)
The Message of the Day (MOTD) is the text shown to players when they join the server.
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Navigate to File Manager in VolticHost Game Panel.
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Open the server configuration file (varies by game, e.g.,
server.cfg,config.json). -
Locate the MOTD setting.
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Modify the text to include your message. Example:
Welcome to VolticHost Server! Enjoy your stay. -
Save the file.
✅ Your MOTD is now updated!
3️⃣ Restart the Server to Apply Changes
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Navigate to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel.
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Click Stop to shut down the server.
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Wait a few seconds, then click Start to relaunch the server with the new name and MOTD.
✅ Your server’s new name and MOTD are now live!
🎉 Conclusion
You've successfully updated your server’s name and MOTD using VolticHost Game Panel! Players can now see your custom name in the server browser and a personalized message upon joining. 🚀
For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.