A Guide to Discord/Permissions

Permissions allow members of the server to have specific privileges and functions, either at the server-wide level or in a specific channel. They are based on the roles assigned to members in a server.

Permissions organized by roles in a Marvel Comics-themed server

Creating Server Permissions

Creating Roles

When you first create a server, there is only one default role: @everyone. As the owner of the server, you will already have access to everything and will not have to assign any extra roles or permissions to yourself. To create additional roles, click the downward arrow next to the server name, then select "Server Settings", "Roles", and "Create Role".

Customizing Roles and Permissions

Give the role a name, then select the "Permissions" tab of the role you've created to see the list of Permissions available. Browse the list and choose which permissions you want to to make available with the role. Save changes when you have made your selection.

Assigning Roles

Select the "Manage Members" tab and for the list of server members and choose who you want to assign the role too. Alternatively, you can select a user's avatar and select the "+" sign under the roles section to add roles.

Channel and Category Permissions

Creating Channel Permissions

Hover over a channel and click the cog icon to access the channel settings. Select the "Permissions" tab. By default, everyone will have access to all features of a channel. Click the check boxes to allow or deny select permissions. Click the "+" sign to add roles or specific people to manage channel permissions, then assign the permissions to that role or person.

Creating Category Permissions

Right click the category and choose "Edit Category." Select "Permissions" to modify permissions and add roles. This will ensure that every channel in a category will have the same permissions.