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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?Frequently asked questions
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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