Discord Server Rules Template
Clear rules prevent moderation headaches. Start from a basic, gaming, or community rules template and adjust for your server culture.
Why post server rules?
Rules set expectations before problems start. New members agree to norms when they join if you link rules in onboarding.
Written rules also back moderators when they enforce mutes or bans.
Template options
Basic rules cover respect, spam, and channel use. Gaming rules add cheating and LFG etiquette. Community rules emphasize debate boundaries and privacy.
Edit every line before publishing. Templates are starting points, not legal advice.
Where to pin rules
Create a #rules channel with read-only permissions. Pin the message and link it from welcome DMs or onboarding screens.
Keep rules scannable with numbered lists and bold section titles using the text formatter.
Updating rules over time
Announce rule changes in #announcements. Edit the pinned message and note the date of major revisions.
Seasonal events may need temporary addenda rather than permanent rule bloat.
Enforcement tone
Match rule strictness to server size. Small friend groups need lighter docs than public servers with thousands of members.
Document strike systems or appeal contacts if you run serious communities.
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