Ping / Reachability Monitoring
Basic ICMP reachability for servers and network devices.
Ping monitoring sends ICMP echo requests to verify a host is reachable on the network. The simplest and fastest check — ideal for servers, routers, and IoT devices.
How it works
Uptrue sends ICMP ping packets to your target IP or hostname. If the host fails to respond within the timeout, an alert fires.
What Uptrue checks
ICMP echo response
Round-trip time
Packet loss
Alert conditions
No ICMP response within timeout
Consistent packet loss
Why this matters
Even if no application is running, you need to know if a machine is reachable. Ping is the fastest way to confirm basic network connectivity.
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Got questions?
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Uptrue — no fluff.
What if my server blocks ICMP?
Use Port or HTTP monitoring instead — these use TCP which is rarely blocked.
Can I monitor internal IPs?
No. Uptrue monitors external IPs only to prevent SSRF risks.
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