Adding the Bot

To install Nexcord, invite the bot to your Discord server with the correct OAuth scopes and permission set.

Invite URL format

Use this base format:

https://discord.com/oauth2/authorize?client_id={DISCORD_CLIENT_ID}&permissions=268528658&scope=bot+applications.commands

The permissions=268528658 value is the supported permission set for Nexcord. The scope must include both bot and applications.commands.

What you need before inviting

  • A Discord server where you can manage apps or invite bots.
  • Enough role hierarchy to let Nexcord manage the verified role if you plan to use verification.
  • A valid login for the Nexcord dashboard at https://nexcord.app/dashboard.

Installation checklist

  1. Open the invite link.
  2. Choose the target server.
  3. Review the requested permissions.
  4. Authorize the bot.
  5. Confirm the bot appears in the member list.
  6. Open the dashboard and finish setup.

Recommended first checks

After the bot joins your server, verify these basics:

  • Slash commands appear in Discord.
  • The bot can view the channels you plan to use.
  • The bot role sits above your future verified role if verification will assign that role.

If commands do not appear immediately

Global slash commands can take a short time to refresh in Discord. If they do not show up right away:

  • Wait a few minutes and reopen Discord.
  • Confirm the bot is still in the server.
  • Run /ping once the commands appear.

Related setup

After installation, continue to Dashboard Setup so Nexcord can link your Discord server to your dashboard account.

Next: Dashboard Setup →