Gaming Discord Server Rules Template (Copy & Paste Ready)

Using a clear, firm set of rules from day one sets the tone for your community. Here's a template you can copy, paste, and customise.

📜 [Server Name] Server Rules

Welcome! Please read and follow these rules to keep our community fun and safe.

1. Respect Everyone

Treat all members with respect. No harassment, hate speech, discrimination, or targeted insults. This includes in-game usernames, profile pictures, and outside-Discord behaviour that affects our community.

2. No Spam or Self-Promotion

Do not spam messages, emojis, or GIFs. Do not advertise other Discord servers, YouTube channels, Twitch streams, or products without permission from staff.

3. Keep Discussions On-Topic

Use the correct channels for each topic. Keep game discussion in game channels, memes in #memes, and LFG posts in #lfg. Off-topic posts will be deleted.

4. No Cheating or Exploiting

Discussion of cheats, hacks, exploits, or modding that violates game ToS is not allowed. This is an instant ban.

5. LFG Etiquette

When posting in LFG channels, use the provided format. Do not ghost teammates you've agreed to play with. Repeated LFG misuse may result in a LFG ban.

6. Safe Content Only

No NSFW, graphic violence, or disturbing content in any channel. Age-restricted content is strictly prohibited unless in designated and age-verified channels.

7. No Account Sharing or Boosting Services

Advertising boosting services, account selling/buying, or other ToS-violating activities is a permanent ban.

8. Listen to Staff

Moderators and admins have final say. If you disagree with a decision, DM the relevant staff member politely — do not argue publicly.

9. Report, Don't Retaliate

If someone breaks the rules, report it in #report or DM a moderator. Don't take matters into your own hands.

Punishment Escalation

1st offence — Warning
2nd offence — 24-hour timeout
3rd offence — 7-day timeout
4th offence — Permanent ban

Some offences (cheating, doxxing, NSFW) are instant permanent bans.

Customise the server name, channels, and specific game rules to match your community.