How to Set Up the Nexus Discord Bot: Step-by-Step Guide | Wiki

Step 1: Invite Nexus to Your Discord Server

Add the bot via the official Discord Authorization Link. To invite bots, your Discord account must have either Manage Server or Administrator permissions on the target server.

Step 2: Adjust Discord Role Hierarchy & Permissions (Critical)

Discord enforces a strict role hierarchy. A bot can never execute moderation actions (such as kicks, timeouts, bans, or role assignments) on users whose highest role sits above or equal to the bot's own role.

⚠️ Essential Rule for Role Hierarchy:

Navigate to Server Settings → Roles.
Locate the newly created NexusBot bot role.
Drag the bot role near the top of the hierarchy list, above all standard members and moderation roles, to ensure moderation and role assignment tasks function properly.

Step 3: Initial Setup & Bot Configuration

Nexus offers two intuitive configuration methods depending on your workflow:

Option A: Web Dashboard Configuration

Sign in at dashboard.trynexus.de using your Discord account. The web dashboard provides toggles, forms, and live previews to configure security modules, welcome cards, and logging channels with ease.

Option B: In-Chat Slash Commands

If you prefer configuring settings directly inside Discord, type /help in any accessible text channel. This displays an interactive list of all registered slash commands, complete with usage examples and permission requirements—no browser login needed.

Next Steps: Explore Modules & Automation

Once base permissions are configured, customize core features to match your community's needs:

AutoMod & Anti-Raid: Deploy honeypot trap channels, mention limits, and anti-nuke safeguards.
Streaming Alerts: Automate live-stream announcements for Twitch and Kick creators.
Reaction Roles & Tickets: Create automated onboarding menus and secure support channels for your community.