Have you ever wanted to step up your Discord game and unlock cool new features to manage your server? Do you wish you could easily install programs to handle moderation, play music, run engaging events, and more for your community?
Well, you can! By adding Discord bots to your server, you can practically automate server management and provide awesome perks to members.
In this guide, I‘ll explain everything you need to know to seamlessly add Discord bots in just minutes. You‘ll learn:
- What bots are and why they‘re useful on Discord
- The prerequisites for getting bots up and running
- A step-by-step process for installing bots on desktop and mobile
- Pro tips and best practices for customizing bots to perfection
Let‘s dive in! I‘ll be right by your side ensuring you become a master at efficiently enhancing any Discord server with must-have bots.
An Introduction to Discord Bots
For those new to the world of chat platforms and moderation tools, you may be wondering – what exactly are Discord bots?
Put simply, Discord bots are AI-powered programs that run inside a Discord server to provide extra functionality and moderation capabilities.
Developers around the world build bots using coding languages like JavaScript, Python, C#, and Java. There are over 30,000 unique bots available, offering everything from music players to server logging to fun mini games.
Once installed on your server, bots act like an automated helper ready to serve at your command. You can customize bots by tweaking their settings and enabling certain capabilities as needed.
Some of the most popular reasons to add Discord bots include:
- Automating tedious moderation tasks like kicking, banning, and filtering chat
- Playing music or playlists right inside voice channels
- Welcoming new members and guiding them through getting started
- Scheduling events, polls, and announcements in text/voice channels
- Adding entertainment value with meme generators, funny gifs, mini games, giveaways, and more!
Based on a 2022 survey of over 5,000 active Discord users, auto-moderation and music bots remain the most utilized. However, customization bots for personalizing the Discord experience ranked high as well.
No matter what bots you choose, they are guaranteed to save you time while adding fun and convenience for community members.
Now that you know what bots can do, let‘s move onto the prerequisites for seamlessly installing them.
Prerequisites for Adding Discord Bots
I‘m eager for you to dive right into setting up awesome bots across your Discord servers. However, before doing that, there are a couple of prerequisites worth noting:
Discord Permission Requirements
Since bots access and transmit data from your Discord account and servers, you need to expressly permit them installation access.
To approve bots, your Discord account must have "Manage Server" permissions enabled on any server you want to add bots to.
By default, only Server Admins and Owners have permission to add bots since they hold Manage Server rights. If another user wants bot access, an Admin needs to custom assign them the Manage Server role under Server Settings > Roles.
Recommendation: Only provide Manage Server permissions to users you fully trust since this allows broad access to server settings.
Access to Each Bot‘s Website
Now that you know who can enable bot installs, how exactly are the bots added?
Every Discord bot runs on its own dedicated website created by the developer. You need access to the bot‘s website URL in order to begin the integration process.
Most bot sites include an "Invite" or "Add to Discord" button that kickstarts connecting them to your server. You‘ll simply click that button, login to approve access, then select which server to deploy the bot to.
Pro Tip: Keep this article open in one browser tab so you can easily copy the invite URLs while browsing interesting bots to install in another tab.
The bot integration doesn‘t require any coding or complex software downloads on your end. As long as you have their website URL and Discord login credentials, you can seamlessly complete the installation process covered next.
Step-by-Step: Installing Discord Bots on Desktop
Let‘s get your first bot added, shall we? I‘ll walk you through installing the popular MEE6 bot on desktop step-by-step.
The process only takes about 60 seconds total. And the steps remain mostly the same no matter which awesome bot you want to install.
Without further ado, here is the easy desktop process:
- Open your web browser and navigate to the bot‘s website. For this example, go to https://mee6.xyz/
- Locate the "Invite" button. This immediately prompts the Discord authorization sequence.
- Input your Discord login email and password when the authorization window pops up.
- Review the permissions MEE6 needs, then click the "Authorize" button at the bottom to approve access. This allows MEE6 to view and transmit data from your connected servers.
- Select the server to add MEE6 to from the dropdown menu, then click "Continue".
And that‘s it – you‘ve successfully installed your first Discord bot!
MEE6 shows up instantly in your selected server‘s member list, ready-to-go. Customize MEE6‘s roles, enabled features, and permissions to your liking.
With an expert bot master like yourself, configuring and deploying additional bots takes no time at all.
Let‘s tackle installing bots while on-the-go using the mobile app next!
Step-by-Step Instructions: Adding Discord Bots via Mobile
What if you want to upgrade your servers with awesome bots while curled up on the couch using your mobile device?
I have your back! Here is a streamlined walkthrough for installing bots via the Android or iOS apps:
- Launch your device‘s web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc). Navigate to the bot‘s website, like https://mee6.xyz/.
- Tap the "Invite" or "Add to Discord" button to initialize linking the bot.
- Input your Discord credentials when prompted and tap Login.
- Review the permissions and data access for that specific bot.
- Select "Authorize" at the bottom of the permissions list to approve access.
- Choose which server to add the bot to from the dropdown menu.
You did it again! Adding bots is lightning fast whether on desktop or mobile.
Now enjoy exploring the wide world of Discord bots to fine-tune your servers!
Key Takeaways: Essential Tips for Bot Domination
Let‘s recap the core concepts you need to master the art of installing Discord bots swiftly:
| Goal | Things to Remember |
|---|---|
| Confirm needed permissions | Only Admins with Manage Server rights can add bots |
| Get bot website URLs | Developers host bots on dedicated sites with invite links |
| Authorize bots | Review permission requests & explicitly approve access |
| Complete installation | Easy 5-6 click process on desktop & mobile |
| Customize new bots | Tweak bot roles, channels, commands, and features |
See – no need for a computer science degree to deploy helpful Discord bots!
A few moments of setup time delivers limitless convenience, fun, and connectivity for your community long-term.
Now turn your servers into a paradise by mixing and matching bots tailored to your members‘ interests!
FAQ: Common Bot Questions Answered
As you become a master at enhancing Discord servers with must-have bots, some questions may pop up. Here I‘ll address frequent questions from the community:
Why do bots require access permissions to my data and servers?
For bots to carry out their programmed functions, the Discord API grants them access to data transmission in servers where they get installed. Think of it like allowing an assistant to access files relevant to their duties. Bots utilize the permissions only for official activity logs and responding to commands in their connected servers.
Are all Discord bots safe to use?
The vast majority of bots available come from legitimate developers and go through strict review processes before public listing. However, it is smart practice to inspect bots with skepticism before approving account access. Only download bots hosted on reputable marketplaces like top.gg and discordbotlist.com. Also check reviews, ratings, download stats, and recent updates to confirm quality and safety.
Can I add multiple bots to the same Discord server?
Absolutely! There are no limits enforced on how many bots get added to individual servers. Having 5, 10, 15+ bots in one server is very common among active communities. Mix and match moderation bots, music bots, streamer bots, game bots, and more to your heart‘s delight!
What‘s the best way to remove a bot I no longer want?
Removing outdated or unwanted bots takes just a few quick clicks:
- Go to your server‘s list of Members
- Right click on the bot‘s username
- Select Kick or Ban to disconnect the bot from the server
The bot immediately deactivates and loses access to your server data. Adjust and curate your bot lineup over time as your community‘s needs shift!
Let the Bot Adventures Begin!
Congratulations, you now qualify as a certified Discord bot expert!
You could write your own book teaching others the ins and outs of swiftly customizing their servers with handy helpers.
Why not put your skills into practice right now? HERE is an exclusive list of my top 10 must-have bots for optimizing server management and unlocking more fun.
Download a couple that catch your eye to see the magic first-hand. Before you know it, you‘ll be running Discord servers like a well-oiled machine thanks to your arsenal of trusty bots!
But don‘t stop there. With over 30,000 bots and counting, there‘s always something new on the horizon.
Stay tuned by joining our Discord Bot Lovers Facebook group to get the scoop on bot updates, cool new releases, troubleshooting tips, and much more.
I can‘t wait to see all the creative ways you utilize Discord bots to take your servers to the next level!
