Discord Bots Rules & Guidelines

✅ Allowed Bot Types

🛡️ Moderation & Security

Bots that help server owners maintain safe and organized communities through automated moderation features.

• Auto-moderation and spam filtering
• User verification systems
• Raid protection and security
• Ban and mute management
• Message logging and audit trails

🎵 Music & Entertainment

Bots that provide entertainment value and enhance the social experience in Discord servers.

• Music streaming and playlists
• Games and trivia bots
• Meme and image generators
• Soundboard and voice effects
• Interactive polls and voting

🔧 Utility & Productivity

Bots that provide useful tools and services to improve server functionality and user experience.

• Server management tools
• Role assignment systems
• Reminder and scheduling bots
• Translation services
• Information lookup tools

🎮 Gaming Integration

Bots that enhance gaming experiences and provide game-related features for communities.

• Game statistics and leaderboards
• Server status monitoring
• Tournament organization
• Game news and updates
• LFG (Looking for Group) systems

💰 Economy & Leveling

Bots that provide virtual economy systems and user progression features for community engagement.

• Virtual currency systems
• Experience and leveling
• Achievement systems
• Shop and inventory management
• Daily rewards and bonuses

📊 Analytics & Insights

Bots that provide server owners with valuable insights and analytics about their communities.

• Server activity tracking
• Member growth analytics
• Message and engagement statistics
• Channel performance metrics
• Custom reporting tools

❌ Prohibited Bot Types

⚖️ Discord ToS Violations

Bots that violate Discord's Terms of Service or Developer Terms are strictly prohibited.

• Self-bots and user account automation
• Rate limit abuse or API misuse
• Token stealing or account compromise
• Unauthorized data collection

💀 Malicious & Harmful

Bots designed to harm users, servers, or the Discord platform itself.

• Raid and nuke bots
• Spam and flood bots
• Malware distribution
• DoS attack tools

🔞 Inappropriate Content

Bots that generate, distribute, or facilitate access to inappropriate or adult content.

• NSFW content generators
• Adult dating or hookup features
• Explicit image or text bots
• Drug-related content

💸 Scam & Abuse

Bots designed for fraudulent activities, scams, or abusive practices.

• Pyramid scheme promoters
• Fake giveaway bots
• Phishing and credential theft
• Cryptocurrency scams

⚙️ Technical Requirements

🔧 Bot Functionality

✓ Bot must be functional and respond to commands

✓ Minimum 95% uptime over the past 30 days

✓ Must not request "ADMINISTRATOR" permission

✓ Error handling and graceful failure responses

🔐 Security Standards

✓ Secure token and credential management

✓ No hardcoded sensitive information

✓ Proper permission handling

✓ Data encryption for sensitive information

📊 Performance Standards

✓ Response time under 2 seconds for basic commands

✓ Efficient memory and resource usage

✓ Proper rate limit handling

✓ Scalable architecture for growth

📋 Listing Standards

📝 Required Information

• Detailed bot description (minimum 100 characters)
• Complete list of commands and features
• Installation and setup instructions
• Appropriate category tags
• Support server invite link

🎨 Visual Assets

• High-quality bot avatar (minimum 512x512px)
• Screenshots of bot in action (recommended)
• Banner image (1200x400px recommended)
• All images must be appropriate and non-misleading

🔗 Links & Integration

• Working bot invite link with proper permissions
• Support server or documentation link
• Privacy policy and terms of service (if applicable)
• Optional: Website, GitHub, or other relevant links

🔍 Verification Process

1

Initial Submission

Submit your bot listing with all required information and assets. Our team will review within 24-48 hours.

2

Functionality Testing

We'll test your bot's core features, commands, and performance to ensure it meets our standards.

3

Security Review

Our security team will review your bot for potential risks, malicious code, or ToS violations.

4

Approval & Publishing

Once approved, your bot will be published and made available to the ServerSeek community.

🔄 Maintenance & Updates

📊 Regular Monitoring

We continuously monitor listed bots for uptime, performance, and compliance. Bots with extended downtime may be temporarily hidden.

🔄 Update Requirements

Bot owners must update their listings when significant changes are made to functionality, commands, or server requirements.

📈 Performance Reviews

We conduct quarterly reviews of all listed bots to ensure continued quality and compliance with current standards.

🆘 Support Response

Bot owners are expected to respond to user reports and support requests within 48 hours through their designated support channels.