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Creating a Discord server is free and easy. Here is how to set up a basic structure.

1. Create the Server

  1. Open Discord.
  2. Scroll to the bottom of your server list on the left.
  3. Click the + (Plus) icon (“Add a Server”).
  4. Select Create My Own > For me and my friends.
  5. Give it a name and an icon. Click Create.

2. Create Categories and Channels

Organize your server to keep it clean.
  • Right-click on the channel list > Create Category.
    • Examples: Information, General, Voice, Staff.
  • Click the + next to a category to add channels.
    • Text Channels: #general, #announcements, #rules.
    • Voice Channels: Lounge, Gaming, Music.

3. Basic Roles

Roles give colors and permissions to users.
  1. Click the Server Name (top left) > Server Settings > Roles.
  2. Click Create Role.
    • Owner: Give it a red color and Administrator permission.
    • Member: Give it a blue color.
  3. Assign Roles: Right-click a user > Roles > Select the role.

4. Invite Friends

  1. Right-click any channel > Invite People.
  2. Copy the link and send it to your friends!
  3. (Tip: Click “Edit invite link” to make it never expire).
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