7 Best Discord Server Rules Templates & How to Add Rules to Your Server

Using a Discord rule template saves you time, and it’s easy and efficient. In this article, we’ve got a bunch of templates for everything you may need as a Discord admin.

You’ll find general guidelines like being respectful and avoiding slurs, plus voice chat rules and content rules. Plus, we’ll show you how to add these rules to your server to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all members

What are the best Discord Server rules templates?

General server Discord rules template

1. Always remain respectful to other people. 
2. Do not use slurs or defamatory language towards other members. 
3. Any language that may discriminate against other people based on sex, gender, race, etc, will lead to banning 
4. Do not threaten anyone on this channel. 
5. No advertisement on this channel. Offenders will be muted.
6. Do not start unnecessary drama with other server members. 
7. Trolling and/or harassing other members is prohibited. 
8. Do not use abusive language on any member.
9. Due to this server’s diversity and the mods in place, members can only communicate in English. 
10. Political or religious discussions are prohibited from this channel
11. Do not share illegal content.
12. Be respectful to moderators and other members of our team at times. 
13. Witch-hunting is not allowed. 

Text chat server Discord rules template

1. No spamming is allowed. This includes but is not limited to spam messages and unsolicited and unsafe links. 
2. Do not @mention members unnecessarily. 
3. Do not use @everyone unless you have express permission from the moderators. 
4. Moderators reserve the right to delete any written content from the server.
5. Sending multiple texts here, one well-organized, one is prohibited. 
6. Avoid typing out walls of text. Break down your texts into paragraphs for easy reading. 
7. Do not ask to be made a moderator. 

Voice chat rules

1. No loud noises or shrieks during vice chats.
2. Always use the mute button when not speaking. 
3. Reduce the amount of distracting background noise when speaking. 
4. Do not use unnecessary or offending noises when speaking.
5. Arguing and holding unnecessary debates on the channel is prohibited. 
6. Moderators reserve the right to disconnect or mute you if your quality is poor. 
7. While it is okay to use cuss moderately, these words should not be directed to other sever members. 
8. Do not use voice changers or soundboards. 
9. Movies and other copyrighted materials are prohibited from this channel. 

Name and profile Discord rules template 

1. Offensive nicknames are not allowed.
2. Offensive profile pictures, such as those showing NSFW content, are not allowed. 
3. Blank profile images are not allowed. 
4. Blank nicknames are not allowed. 
5. Profiles impersonating public figures will be removed. 
6. Catfishing and/or using a fake identity is prohibited from this channel. 

Bot specific rules 

1. Third-party bots are prohibited from this server.
2. Use bot commands responsibly. Command spamming is prohibited. 
3. Don’t change, add, or remove bot commands. 

Personal information rules 

1. Do not ask for personal information from channel members. 
2. Sharing of other people’s personal information within or outside the channel is prohibited.
3. Do not assume other people’s identities using their personal information. 
4. Anyone who breaks this rule will be banned from the channel. 

Content server Discord rules template

1. Stealing content or claiming other peoples’ content or art is prohibited. 
2. Do not distribute unlicensed material
3. Flashing images or GIFs that could cause epileptic seizures are prohibited from the channel.
4. Online meeting links are prohibited on this server. 
5. Do not send any sexually explicit content. This includes pornographic, gory, gross, and disturbing content. 
6. Content that sexualizes minors will be immediately removed, and the User will be permanently banned from the server. 

How do I make a set of rules in Discord?

1. Navigate to Server Settings.
    
2. Next, go to Rules Screening and click on Set up Membership Screening.
   
3. Click on Get Started.
   
4. Now enter the desired rules.
   

You can also create a dedicated Discord rules channel and copy-paste the templates listed below in it.

Remember that rules are essential for your Discord channels, but they shouldn’t be long because no one will read them. Besides, if rules screening is not working, check the Safety Setup tab or add a delay.

If you messed up and got kicked off a server, check our easy-to-follow guide on how to get unbanned from Discord.

Are there any more rules that you think would work in Discord channels? Feel free to share them in the comment section.