Minecraft Server Status
APIReal-time Minecraft server status and details API
Overview
The Minecraft Server Status API provides real-time data for Java and Bedrock Edition servers. Core endpoints like /2/{server-ip}:{port} return JSON-formatted responses with details such as online/offline status, current/max players, game version, MOTD (message of the day), server icon, and mod information (if applicable). Use cases include building server monitoring dashboards, integrating status widgets into community websites, creating player apps to check server availability, or powering Discord bots that alert users to status changes.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://api.mcsrvstat.us')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful
- JSON responses
- No API key required
- Real-time data
- Supports Java & Bedrock editions
- Comprehensive server metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Minecraft Server Status API free to use?
Yes, it is completely free for public use with no hidden charges.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not needed—you can directly query the endpoints without an API key.
? What is the response format?
All responses are in JSON format, providing structured data like server status, player counts, version, and MOTD.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to integrate (no auth)
- ⊕ Fast response times
- ⊕ Detailed player and server info
- ⊕ Supports both Minecraft editions
Cons
- ⊖ Rate-limited for high-volume use
- ⊖ No official service level agreement (SLA)
- ⊖ Limited historical data (real-time only)