How to Set Up a Welcome Bot on Discord

A welcome bot greets every new member automatically — making them feel noticed from the second they arrive.

Option 1: MEE6 Welcome Messages

1. Go to mee6.xyz/dashboard → your server
2. Enable Welcome & Goodbye
3. Set the channel (e.g. #welcome)
4. Write your welcome message using placeholders:

1. Optional: enable DM welcome (sends a private message)
2. Save changes

Option 2: Carl-bot Welcome

1. dashboard.carl.gg → your server → Welcomer
2. Enable the Welcomer module
3. Set the welcome channel
4. Use the embed builder for a rich formatted welcome:

1. Configure auto-roles: assign a "New Member" role automatically on join
2. Add a goodbye message for the same channel

Option 3: Discord Native Welcome (No Bot Required)

1. Server Settings → Community
2. Enable Welcome Screen
3. Add a welcome message and feature up to 5 recommended channels
4. New members see this overlay when they first join

Note: This is visible to members before they can see channels — good for first impression, but doesn't ping them personally.

DM Welcome Messages

DM welcomes are higher-touch but riskier (members may have DMs disabled):

Hey {user.name}! 👋 Welcome to [Server Name]!
Here's how to get started: 
 
Check out #rules
 
Pick your roles in #get-roles
 
Say hi in #general!
 

Feel free to DM a moderator if you need anything.

Keep DM welcomes short — long walls of text don't get read.

Related: Discord Onboarding Setup Guide · Discord New Member Experience