Long intro: DarknessBot app merges powerful moderation, schedule automation, and creative utilities aimed at server administrators and community builders who want a reliable assistant during off-peak hours. Whether you run a gaming guild, a study group, or a hobby community, DarknessBot provides customizable commands, auto-moderation, timed announcements, and integration hooks so your community stays active and safe 24/7. It supports role management, reaction menus, logging, and media tools — and pairs well with third-party category resources like Tools and Communication that extend its functionality.
Contents / Quick links:
1. What is DarknessBot? — Quick overview of core features.
2. Installation & Setup — Step-by-step setup for server owners.
3. Key Commands — Most useful commands and usage examples.
4. Auto-moderation & Safety — How the bot protects your community.
5. Customization & Theming — Dark UI options, custom prefixes, and more.
6. Integrations & Extensions — Connect with music, logging, and productivity tools.
7. Troubleshooting & Support — Common problems and fixes.
1. What is DarknessBot?
DarknessBot is a community management bot built for modern chat platforms. Its primary goal is to help server admins maintain order and engagement during nighttime hours when human moderators may be offline. Core modules include automated moderation rules, scheduled announcements, role automation based on activity, and night-mode themes for channels. The app also offers creative extras such as story prompts, mini-games, and media handling, making it a flexible assistant for both functional and entertainment tasks. Many communities pair it with category resources like Entertainment and Social to provide richer content and event scheduling.
2. Installation & Setup
Installing DarknessBot is designed to be straightforward. Admins start by inviting the bot to their server with appropriate permissions (manage roles, send messages, manage messages, embed links). Once invited, the onboarding wizard helps set up default moderation levels, timezone, and channel priorities. You can choose an automated moderation sensitivity and preview sample logs before going live. For advanced admins, the app exposes a configuration file for offline editing and bulk-importing settings — a workflow that integrates well with Productivity tools for backup and deployment. When configuring, remember to test the announce scheduler against your server's timezone settings to avoid midnight surprises.
3. Key Commands
DarknessBot's command set is split into moderation, utility, and fun commands. Moderation commands include !mute, !ban, !warn, and auto-escallation rules. Utility commands include !announce with scheduling, !remind for personal reminders, and !logs to fetch recent moderation activity. Fun commands include !story, !8ball, and music queue helpers. Many servers link the music queue to external Music & Audio resources for richer playback options. Command prefixes are fully customizable and can be limited by role to prevent misuse.
4. Auto-moderation & Safety
Safety is at the heart of DarknessBot. Auto-moderation rules support word filters, spam detection, invite link blocking, and image scanning (for flagged content). Administrators can set escalation chains: a first violation triggers a warning, repeated infractions trigger timeouts, and persistent abuse triggers bans. All actions are logged with context and moderators can review soft-delete histories. For compliance-minded servers, logs can be exported to CSV and archived alongside Photography or media backups if images are part of incidents. The app also supports per-channel whitelists so trusted channels can bypass certain filters while public channels remain protected.
5. Customization & Theming
DarknessBot shines when customized. Choose a dark UI palette for embeds and messages, set custom embed icons, and tailor automatic replies to match your community voice. Prefixes, command aliases, and module toggles let you enable only what your server needs. The theming system supports locale-specific time formats and emoji packs. For communities that host events or competitions, the bot can post styled leaderboards and achievement badges that match brand assets stored in a linked Beauty or design resource pool.
6. Integrations & Extensions
Extend DarknessBot by connecting it to external services: webhook integrations for CI or content posting, calendar sync for event announcements, and third-party logging services. Popular integrations include streaming status hooks (for gaming channels) and playlist connectors to external music services. Developers can write small plugins using the bot's SDK to add custom commands; these plugins can be versioned and deployed alongside other server automation in a workflow that benefits from Tools and Education resources when documenting or training your team. The bot also supports OAuth flows for secure third-party app access.
7. Troubleshooting & Support
Common issues include permission errors (check Manage Roles and Send Messages), timezone mismatches for scheduled tasks, and command prefix conflicts with other bots. The first troubleshooting step is to enable debug logging in the admin panel and review the last 100 moderation events. If performance issues arise, consider disabling modules you don't use or moving heavy media handling to a dedicated media channel. For persistent problems, consult the community-run support server or the documentation; many admins share fixes and scripts under the Libraries & Demo and Business category pages.
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FAQ 1: Is DarknessBot free to use?
Yes — DarknessBot offers a free tier with core moderation and utility features. For advanced capabilities like priority support, larger audit log retention, and premium integrations you can opt into a paid plan. Many communities start on the free tier and upgrade later as their needs grow.
FAQ 2: Which platforms does DarknessBot support?
DarknessBot is primarily distributed for major chat platforms that allow third-party bots. Platform support and installation instructions are listed in the official docs. If your platform isn't supported out-of-the-box, the SDK allows creating compatibility shims or small adapters.
FAQ 3: How secure is user data handled by DarknessBot?
DarknessBot follows best practices: logs are stored encrypted at rest, access is role-restricted, and exports can be revoked. Admins control retention windows and can opt into GDPR-compliant data handling. For high-security needs, run the bot on a self-hosted instance and pair it with secure backups from trusted House & Home or infrastructure services.
FAQ 4: Can I customize moderation messages and thresholds?
Absolutely — every moderation rule has adjustable sensitivity and customizable messages. Use placeholders for usernames, reasons, and timestamps to make automated messages feel personal. You can also create multi-language templates to support diverse communities.
FAQ 5: Does DarknessBot support music playback?
Yes, DarknessBot includes basic queueing tools and playback controls; for advanced playback and streaming you can bridge to third-party music services or dedicated music bots. Many servers combine DarknessBot's moderation and scheduling with specialized music integrations found under Music & Audio.
FAQ 6: How do I report bugs or request features?
Use the in-app support link or join the official support community. Feature requests are triaged and prioritized; popular community requests often make it into the roadmap. When reporting bugs, include steps to reproduce, screenshots, and relevant logs to speed up the fix.
FAQ 7: Can DarknessBot help with community events and giveaways?
Yes — schedule-based announcements, reaction role gates, and randomized giveaway pickers are built-in. Use the event scheduler to automate reminders and the giveaway tools to verify entrants. Pairing these with Events resources can help you plan and promote larger community happenings.
Closing note: DarknessBot aims to be the dependable helper for communities that need smart automation, especially during quiet hours. Whether your focus is moderation, engagement, or creative extras, the app is designed to be flexible, extensible, and respectful of member privacy.
