Server Status Checker
Check any Minecraft server's online status, player count, version, and MOTD in real-time.
How Does the Minecraft Server Status Checker Work?
GBNodes' free Minecraft server status checker queries any Minecraft Java or Bedrock server in real time and returns its current status without requiring you to open the game client. Simply enter the server's IP address or domain name, select the edition, and click Check Status.
The tool resolves the hostname through DNS, detects SRV records automatically, and connects directly to the server's query port. It returns the online/offline status, current player count and maximum capacity, server MOTD with full color formatting, server version and software (Paper, Spigot, Vanilla, etc.), and the resolved IP address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Minecraft server show as offline when it's running?
The most common reasons are: the server port is not open on your firewall or router (default is 25565 for Java, 19132 for Bedrock), the wrong IP or hostname is entered, or the server is still starting up. If you're hosting locally, you need to port-forward and use your public IP address.
What is an SRV record for Minecraft?
An SRV record is a DNS entry that routes a domain like play.yourserver.com to your actual server IP and port. This lets players connect using a clean domain name without typing a port number. GBNodes' checker automatically resolves SRV records.
What does MOTD mean in Minecraft?
MOTD stands for Message of the Day — the text shown below your server's name in the Minecraft multiplayer list. You can customize it with color codes using the GBNodes MOTD Maker tool.
Can I check any Minecraft server, including private ones?
You can check any server that is publicly accessible on the internet. Private servers behind a firewall, LAN servers, or servers with query disabled will show as offline even if they are running.
What is the default port for Minecraft servers?
Java Edition servers use port 25565 by default. Bedrock Edition servers use port 19132. If a server uses a custom port, append it to the address like: play.myserver.com:25566.
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