How do I test if Votifier is working on my Minecraft server?

Install NuVotifier on your server, note the host, port (default 8192), and token from plugins/NuVotifier/config.yml. Enter those credentials in this tester, complete verification, and click Test Votifier Connection. A successful test confirms TCP reachability, Votifier v2 handshake, valid token, and accepted test vote.

What is NuVotifier v2?

NuVotifier v2 is the modern Votifier protocol used by most Minecraft servers. It listens on a TCP port (usually 8192), performs a challenge-response handshake, and accepts signed vote packets. Vote-list websites like MinecraftServer.Buzz forward votes to NuVotifier so plugins like VotingPlugin, SuperbVote, and GAL can reward players.

Where do I find my NuVotifier token?

Open plugins/NuVotifier/config.yml on your server and copy the value under token:. This is a secret string used to sign vote packets. Anyone with the token can send fake votes — keep it private and only share it with trusted vote-list sites.

Why does the Votifier test fail with connection timeout?

Common causes: NuVotifier not running, wrong port, firewall blocking inbound TCP on the Votifier port, hosting panel not forwarding the port, or using localhost/127.0.0.1 instead of your public hostname. Open port 8192 (or your custom port) in your VPS firewall and any game-server DDoS protection panel.

Does the test send a real vote?

Yes — a test vote is delivered to NuVotifier with the username you specify (default MSB_Test). Your vote-reward plugin may process it. Use a dummy username and disable rewards for that name if needed. The vote does not count on MinecraftServer.Buzz listings.

Does this use the same system as MinecraftServer.Buzz votes?

Yes. Real votes from MinecraftServer.Buzz are forwarded through the same Votifier relay service over TCP to your NuVotifier port. If this tester succeeds, real votes from our site should reach your server — assuming the same host, port, and token are configured in your server listing.

What port does NuVotifier use?

Default is TCP 8192. Some hosts assign a custom port — check plugins/NuVotifier/config.yml under port: and your hosting panel port allocations. This is separate from the Minecraft game port (25565).

Votifier works locally but not from vote sites?

Your NuVotifier is probably bound to localhost or blocked by firewall. In config.yml set host to 0.0.0.0 so it listens on all interfaces. Forward the Votifier port publicly and test again with this tool using your public IP or domain — not 127.0.0.1.

Tools · Votifier

Minecraft Votifier Tester

Put your NuVotifier v2 credentials below to check if we can connect to your server without any issue. This uses the same Votifier relay that delivers real votes when players vote for your server on MinecraftServer.Buzz — TCP connection, handshake, token signature, and a test vote in one click.

NuVotifier v2 · step-by-step diagnosticsSame relay as live MinecraftServer.Buzz votes

Enter your NuVotifier host, port, and token, then run a test. We connect through the same relay used for real votes on MinecraftServer.Buzz.

Setting up NuVotifier for vote rewards

Download NuVotifier for Paper/Spigot and place it in your plugins/ folder
Restart the server — NuVotifier creates plugins/NuVotifier/config.yml
Set host: 0.0.0.0 so it listens on all interfaces (not just localhost)
Note the port (8192) and token values
Open the Votifier port in your VPS/hosting firewall
Install a vote listener plugin — VotingPlugin, SuperbVote, GAL, or similar
Test with this tool, then enable Votifier forwarding when listing your server

Common Votifier problems

Connection timed out

Port not open publicly, wrong IP, or NuVotifier not running. Check /plugins and firewall rules for TCP 8192.

Not a Votifier v2 server

Old Votifier v1 is unsupported. Upgrade to NuVotifier. Protocol v2 sends a challenge string on connect.

Invalid signature / token error

Token mismatch — copy the exact token from config.yml. Regenerating the token invalidates old entries on vote sites.

Vote received but no rewards

NuVotifier works but your reward plugin is misconfigured. Check VotingPlugin / SuperbVote logs when the test vote arrives.

Frequently asked questions

Is Votifier the same as a vote webhook?

No. Votifier uses raw TCP with a signed binary/JSON protocol. Webhooks use HTTPS POST with JSON. MinecraftServer.Buzz supports both — NuVotifier is recommended for most Paper/Spigot servers because vote-reward plugins listen to Votifier natively.

Should I use my game IP or a subdomain for Votifier host?

Use whatever public hostname or IP reaches your NuVotifier port from the internet — usually the same domain as your Minecraft server, but on port 8192 instead of 25565.

Is my token safe when using this tool?

The token is sent over HTTPS to our API, which forwards it to the Votifier relay for the test only. It is not stored. Still, treat tokens as secrets — rotate if exposed.