> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.scare.rest/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation Guide

> Complete guide to installing and setting up Scare Bot

# Installation Guide 📥

This guide will walk you through the complete installation process for Scare Bot, from inviting the bot to your server to configuring all features.

## Prerequisites

Before installing Scare Bot, ensure you have:

* **Discord Server Ownership/Administrator**: You need to be the server owner or have administrator permissions
* **Discord Account**: A valid Discord account
* **Web Browser**: Any modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

## Method 1: Quick Install (Recommended)

### Step 1: Invite the Bot

1. **Click the invite link**:
   ```
   https://discord.com/api/oauth2/authorize?client_id=1409354008077926493&permissions=8&scope=bot%20applications.commands
   ```

2. **Select your server** from the dropdown menu

3. **Review permissions** - The bot requests administrator permissions to access all features

4. **Click "Authorize"** to complete the installation

<Card title="Invite Scare Bot" icon="plus" href="https://discord.com/api/oauth2/authorize?client_id=1409354008077926493&permissions=8&scope=bot%20applications.commands" horizontal>
  Quick install - Add Scare to your server now!
</Card>

### Step 2: Verify Installation

After inviting the bot, verify the installation:

1. **Check bot status**: The bot should appear online in your server's member list
2. **Test prefix commands**: Type `,` in any channel to see available commands
3. **Run basic command**: Try `,botinfo` to confirm the bot is working

## Method 2: Custom Permissions Install

If you prefer to customize permissions instead of using administrator:

### Step 1: Create Custom Invite

1. Go to [Discord Developer Portal](https://discord.com/developers/applications)

2. Create a new application or use an existing one

3. Go to OAuth2 → URL Generator

4. Select the following scopes:
   * `bot`
   * `applications.commands`

5. Select the following permissions:
   * **General Permissions**:
     * Read Messages/View Channels
     * Send Messages
     * Use Slash Commands
     * Embed Links
     * Attach Files
     * Read Message History
     * Add Reactions
     * Use External Emojis
     * Use External Stickers

   * **Moderation Permissions**:
     * Manage Messages
     * Ban Members
     * Kick Members
     * Manage Roles
     * View Audit Log

   * **Voice Permissions**:
     * Connect
     * Speak
     * Use Voice Activity
     * Priority Speaker
     * Manage Channels

6. **Copy the generated URL** and use it to invite the bot

### Step 2: Manual Permission Setup

After inviting with custom permissions, you may need to:

1. **Create bot role**: Ensure the bot has a role with necessary permissions
2. **Channel permissions**: Set up channel-specific permissions if needed
3. **Test functionality**: Verify all features work with the custom permissions

## Post-Installation Setup

### 1. Basic Configuration

After successful installation, configure these essential features:

#### AutoMod Setup

```bash theme={null}
,automod setup
```

* Configure automatic moderation for invites, links, spam
* Set up whitelist for trusted users
* Enable/disable specific filters

#### Logging Setup

```bash theme={null}
,logging setup
```

* Create logging channels for moderation events
* Configure what events to log
* Set up welcome/leave messages

#### VoiceMaster Setup

```bash theme={null}
,vm setup
```

* Create dynamic voice channels
* Configure channel limits and permissions
* Set up naming conventions

### 2. Advanced Configuration

#### Economy System

```bash theme={null}
,economy setup
```

* Configure currency name and symbols
* Set up daily rewards and work system
* Create shop items and prices

#### Music System

```bash theme={null}
,music setup
```

* Configure music channels and permissions
* Set up volume limits and queue management
* Enable/disable specific music features

#### Welcome System

```bash theme={null}
,welcome setup
```

* Create welcome messages and embeds
* Set up auto-role assignment
* Configure welcome channel

## Verification Checklist

After installation, verify these items:

* ✅ **Bot appears online** in server member list
* ✅ **Prefix commands work** (type `,` to see available commands)
* ✅ **Basic commands function** (`,botinfo`, `,invite`, `,status`)
* ✅ **Permissions are correct** (bot can send messages, manage roles, etc.)
* ✅ **Features are accessible** (moderation, music, economy, etc.)

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues

#### Bot Not Responding

**Symptoms**: Bot appears offline or doesn't respond to commands

**Solutions**:

1. Check if the bot is online in your server
2. Verify the bot has proper permissions
3. Try re-inviting the bot with administrator permissions
4. Check Discord's status at [status.discord.com](https://status.discord.com)

#### Commands Not Working

**Symptoms**: Prefix commands don't work or return errors

**Solutions**:

1. Ensure the bot has proper permissions in the channel
2. Check if the bot can read and send messages
3. Try refreshing Discord or restarting the Discord client
4. Verify the bot prefix is set to `,`

#### Permission Errors

**Symptoms**: Bot can't perform actions due to permission issues

**Solutions**:

1. Ensure the bot's role is above the roles it needs to manage
2. Check channel-specific permissions
3. Verify the bot has all required permissions
4. Use `,botinfo` to check bot's current permissions

### Getting Help

If you're still experiencing issues:

1. **Join our Support Server**: [discord.gg/scarebot](https://discord.gg/scarebot)
2. **Check Documentation**: Review the [Commands](/commands/information/botinfo) section
3. **Report Bugs**: Use the bug report channel in our support server
4. **Request Features**: Suggest new features in our community server

## Next Steps

<Card title="Configuration Guide" icon="settings" href="/setup/configuration">
  Learn how to customize Scare for your specific needs.
</Card>

<Card title="Command Reference" icon="list" href="/commands/information/botinfo">
  Explore all available commands and features.
</Card>

<Card title="Support Server" icon="users" href="https://discord.gg/scarebot">
  Get help from our community and development team.
</Card>

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**Installation Complete!** 🎉 Your Scare Bot is now ready to enhance your Discord server. Explore the documentation to learn about all available features and commands.