Getting started with BitGuard

In this guide you invite BitGuard to your server and switch on your first modules. Everything is set up in the dashboard, no config commands needed.

1. Invite the bot

1. InviteClick "Invite bot" on the home page.
2. Pick your serverYou need the Manage Server permission there.
3. Confirm permissionsKeep the preselected permissions. BitGuard only asks for what its modules need, and not for Administrator.

2. Open the dashboard

1. Log inOpen dash.bitguard.app and log in with Discord.
2. Pick a serverYou see every server where you have "Manage Server" and BitGuard is present.
3. Setup wizardThe first time, the wizard walks you through server type, language, moderator roles and log channel in four steps and turns on fitting modules. You can always find it in the menu under "Setup".
4. Switch on modulesEvery module has a switch at the top. Changes apply instantly.

3. Where to start?

• ModerationChoose a log channel, set warning escalation
• AutoModFilter spam, links and invites
• WelcomeGreeting and auto roles for new members
• LogsRecord deleted messages and joins

4. Move the BitGuard role up

Discord only lets a bot manage roles and members below its own role. In your server settings under Roles, drag the BitGuard role above the roles the bot should hand out or moderate.