In Discord bot development, the bot’s name is an important element that gives users a first impression.
If you want to change your bot’s name during development or after it has been published, please refer to the following guide.
Changing the Name of an Unverified Bot
The name of an unverified bot can be easily changed in the Discord Developer Portal.
Steps
- Access the Developer Portal: Log in to the Discord Developer Portal with your Discord account.
- Select the Application: Select the bot you want to rename from the list of applications.
- Open General Information: Select “General Information” from the menu on the left.
- Rename: Enter the new name in the “NAME” field at the top of the page.
- Save Changes: Click the “Save Changes” button at the bottom of the page to save your changes.
Points to Note When Changing
- Immediate Reflection: The name change will be reflected immediately.
- Character Limit: The name must be between 2 and 32 characters long.
- Usable Characters: Alphanumeric characters, underscores, and dashes can be used.
Changing the Name of a Verified Bot
In principle, the name of a verified bot cannot be changed. This is to prevent abuse, such as impersonating other bots after verification.
Exception: Changes Due to Legal Requests
However, as an exception, if there is a legal request from a company, such as copyright infringement or a DMCA takedown notice, the name can be changed.
When You Need to Change the Name of a Verified Bot
- Contact Discord Support: Contact Discord Support and explain the need for a name change and the legal request.
- Submit Required Documents: Submit the required documents as instructed by Discord.
- Review: A review will be conducted by Discord.
- Name Change: If the review is approved, Discord will change the bot’s name.
Points to Keep in Mind When Deciding on a Bot Name
- Clarity: Choose a clear name that allows users to immediately understand the bot’s role.
- Memorability: Choose a simple name that is easy for users to remember.
- Originality: Choose a unique name that distinguishes it from other bots.
- Appropriateness: Avoid names that contain discriminatory meanings or that are offensive to public order and morals.
The bot’s name is an important element for users to recognize the bot. Keeping the above points in mind, decide on the name carefully.