ModerationJavaBedrock

/kick

Disconnect a player from the server.

What is /kick used for?

What /kick is for

Disconnects a player from the server immediately, with an optional reason message — but lets them rejoin right away.

When to use /kick

A lighter touch than a ban: clear an AFK player, interrupt someone misbehaving, or force a reconnect to fix a glitched session.

Kick vs ban

/kick is temporary — the player can reconnect instantly. For lasting removal use /ban (or /ban-ip).

Syntax

Parameters

targets
player name
Player(s) to kick.
reasonoptional
string
Shown to the kicked player.

Command builder

Configure the options below to generate a ready-to-paste /kick command.

Optional — shown to the player.

Examples

  • Kick Steve.

  • Kick all players with a reason.

Common questions

What's the difference between /kick and /ban?

/kick disconnects a player but lets them rejoin instantly; /ban blocks them until you /pardon them. Use /ban for lasting removal.

Can I kick a player with a reason?

Yes — /kick <player> <reason>, e.g. /kick Steve AFK too long. The reason shows on their disconnect screen.

Permission level

/kick requires Server admin (op level 3). In single-player you need the world's "Allow Cheats" toggle on. On a multiplayer server you need to be opped — see /op.