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Hosting Node.js Discord Bots

This guide covers basic requirements and troubleshooting for running Node.js bots on your panel.

1. Node.js Version Selection​

Modern Discord bots require updated Node.js runtimes.

  • To change your Node version, open the Startup tab in your panel.
  • Under Docker Image, select Node.js 18 or Node.js 20.

2. Dependencies and package.json​

Ensure your repository includes a valid package configuration file.

Set Auto Package Install to 1 in the Startup tab so the panel automatically runs installation commands on server start.

3. Environment Variables​

To keep tokens secure, store secret keys inside a dedicated environment file:

  1. Open File Manager and create a file named .env.
  2. Add your bot token: DISCORD_TOKEN=your_bot_token_here

4. Common Troubleshooting Steps​

  • Disallowed Gateway Intents: Enable Privileged Gateway Intents under the Bot tab in the Discord Developer Portal.
  • Invalid Token: Verify that your token in .env is exact and does not contain extra spaces or quotes.