How to Make, Set Up, and Manage a Discord Server

🌈 Abstract

The article provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a Discord server, including:

• Downloading the Discord app or accessing the web interface
• Creating a user account and logging in
• Creating a new server by clicking the "+" icon
• Choosing a category for the server (optional)
• Naming the server and uploading an image (optional)
• Setting up user roles to manage permissions
• Organizing channels and categories
• Avoiding potential abuse issues
• Adding a Discord bot to help moderate the server

🙋 Q&A

[01] Creating a Discord Server

1. What are the steps to create a new Discord server?

• Download the Discord app or open the Discord web interface
• Create a user account or log in
• Click the "+" icon in the sidebar to create a new server
• Choose a category for the server (optional)
• Name the server and upload an image (optional)
• Click "Create" to set up the new server

2. How can you manage user permissions on the server?

• Create different user roles with specific permissions
• Assign users to the appropriate roles
• Use roles to control abilities like managing the server, managing users, and moving users in/out of voice chat
• Carefully manage the permissions of roles to avoid potential abuse issues

3. How can you organize channels and categories on the server?

• Create new channels and categories by right-clicking in the channel pane
• Name channels and categories (channels cannot have spaces or capital letters)
• Make channels private and control access by assigning specific roles
• Ensure channel-specific roles are above the highest administrative role to avoid abuse

4. What precautions should be taken to avoid abuse on a large Discord server?

• Ensure all channel-specific roles are above the highest administrative role
• Be cautious when assigning "Manage Channels" and "Administrator" permissions
• Disable the ability for members to add reactions in read-only channels
• Use the Audit Log to track administrative actions and identify rogue admins
• Utilize the auto-mod settings to manage spam and require new users to verify their email

[02] Adding a Discord Bot

1. How can a Discord bot help manage a busy server?

• Bots can help moderate the server without having to give up permissions to uncertain users
• Bots can perform various moderation tasks to help manage the server

2. What other tips are provided for getting started with Discord?

• Learn about common Discord scams and how to avoid them
• Never share your Discord token, as it can be used to gain unauthorized access to your account