Configuring a Custom MOTD on a DayZ Server

A custom Message of the Day (MOTD) lets you display server rules, announcements, or welcome messages to players when they join your DayZ server. This tutorial will guide you through configuring a custom MOTD using VolticHost Game Panel.

📌 Prerequisites

• A DayZ server hosted with VolticHost.

• Access to VolticHost Game Panel.

• Basic text editing skills.

1️⃣ Accessing the MOTD File

1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click on your DayZ server to open the management dashboard.

3. Navigate to the File Manager tab.

4. Open the MOTD file located in the configuration directory:

   /config/motd.txt
   

✅ You are now editing the MOTD file!

2️⃣ Customizing Your MOTD

1. In the motd.txt file, enter your desired welcome message. For example:

   Welcome to [Your Server Name]!
   Please read the rules in our Discord channel.
   Enjoy your survival experience!
   

2. Save the file after making your changes in VolticHost Game Panel.

✅ Your custom MOTD has been set!

3️⃣ Restarting the Server to Apply Changes

1. Navigate to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click Stop to shut down the server.

3. Click Start to restart the server with the updated MOTD.

4. Join the server and verify that the MOTD displays correctly to players.

✅ Your custom MOTD is now active on your server!

🎉 Conclusion

You have successfully configured a custom MOTD on your DayZ server! This helps communicate important information and welcomes players as they join.

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support. 🚀