Getting Started
This guide gets Lockie installed, connected to the Dashboard, and ready for day one moderation.
Before you start
You will need:
- A Discord server where you have permission to manage the server.
- A channel where you want staff logs to go (optional, but recommended).
- A clear idea of which roles are staff so Lockie can treat staff replies differently in logs and tickets.
Recommended permissions
Lockie can run with custom permissions, but most servers enable Administrator on first install, then tighten permissions later.
Step 1: Invite Lockie
Use the official invite link:
After inviting, confirm the bot appears in your member list and is online.
Step 2: Open the Dashboard
Most configuration is managed through the Dashboard:
- Sign in with Discord.
- Pick your server.
Step 3: Complete the quick setup checklist
Logging
Set at least one log destination so staff can see what happened.
- Moderation logs (warn, mute, ban, etc.)
- Protection logs (spam, scam, dox, anti-NSFW, and similar)
TIP
If logs are not showing, it is usually missing permissions in the log channel. See the troubleshooting page.
Roles and permissions
Configure your staff roles and any lock role used for Maintenance Mode or channel locking.
- Staff roles: who can claim or manage support tickets, and who is considered staff in ticket activity.
- Lock role: the role Lockie applies or uses when locking channels.
Protection
Enable the modules you want (names may vary slightly by version):
- Anti-Spam
- Anti-Scam
- Anti-Dox
- Anti-NSFW / Anti-Image (if available on your version)
Review any allowlists and blocklists so trusted domains, channels, or roles do not get caught.
Step 4: Run a quick test
Bot responsiveness
Try a basic command:
/pingLogging
Trigger a safe test action (for example, warn a test account or run a moderation command in a staff-only test channel) and confirm a log appears.
Locking
In a non-critical channel, test a lock and unlock:
/channel lock-everyone
/channel unlock-everyoneIf your server uses Maintenance Mode, review these pages:
Next steps
- Browse the Commands list.
- Read the Dashboard Guide for where settings live.
- Check Troubleshooting if anything is missing or not behaving as expected.
