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Discord is a well-known community platform to communicate with each other, collaborate and be active. If you are looking to set up a server for gamers, hobbyists, or professionals creating a high-end Discord server can greatly enhance your experience for members.

In this piece, we will explore how to build an elite Discord server that is distinct from others. A premium server goes beyond basic features, providing custom features, distinctive and exclusive premium content, as well as a vibrant community.

Purpose and setting up

Before you begin the set-up procedure, and creating a your membership level, it's crucial to define the goal for your Discord server. Are you targeting gamers artists, professionals or an segment of people? Knowing your audience's preferences and what they want will help to shape the content of your server, channels, and overall look and feel.

Pick a memorable Discord server name as well as a visually appealing icon to make a powerful first impression. The Discord server's name must reflect the goal of your community, while the icon must look appealing and be quickly recognized. Make use of Discord's customizing tools to select a color theme for banners, servers and backgrounds that are appropriate to your community's purpose.

Establishing channels and categories

The organization of your server in well-defined groups and channels is essential for easy navigation and effective communication. Create channels based on different subjects or events for example, general discussion, announcements, specific games, or other hobby-related channels. Utilize categories to group closely-related channels, and to maintain an organized and clean design of the server.

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Giving roles and rights for your servers members enables you to control access to numerous channels and features - ultimately the premium component of your premium Discord server is due to hosting channels which only members can access. It is possible to assign various roles including free members silver members, gold members, along with team roles including moderators or admins.

Transferring the Discord server to a premium (paid) server

Now that your Discord server is booming and buzzing with activity, you might want to ask people to pay a modest (monthly) charge to have access to exclusive content and benefits. In essence, this means that people in your audience are given specific roles based on the amount they pay, and only certain types of roles are able to be able to access specific channels on your server.

As an example, for instance, you may have a silver membership that allows access to the 'Q&A' channel and the gold membership gives access to the same  Q&A channel, as well as a "giveaways" channel. managing these roles could be extremely difficult, especially when you have many users, so you'll need to automate it. There are several options:

Option 1: Discord Nitro

Discord Nitro is a premium subscription service that is offered by Discord. It provides users with enhanced features and benefits which go above and beyond the free Discord service. Through Discord Nitro, users gain access to various perks and exclusive content.

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There is no requirement to use Nitro to participate in Discord servers. However, certain of the most important features and benefits of Discord Nitro are:

• The limit for uploading files has been increased: With Nitro, users are able to upload bigger file sizes, which allows for effortless sharing of media files or documents as well as other content within Discord servers.
• HD video and voice calling: Nitro provides access to high-definition video and voice calling, delivering the most immersive and crisp interaction.
• Profile customization: Nitro allows users to customize their profile with different aesthetic options like animated avatars, profile banners, and more.
• Improved visibility of servers: Nitro members can choose to have their server appear more prominent on Discord's server directories, which makes it easier for other members to find and join.
• Exclusive games: Nitro includes a curated selection of games that players can download and have fun playing for free. These games are periodically updated, offering a rotating library of titles.

Bots and external services

Integration of external services could make it easier to automate and moderate your users' roles and thus manage the access they have to your channels. There are several choices, such as Launchpass, which has a sign-up form widget as well as MEE6 is one of the most popular Discord bots, that integrate to your server.

A sample of a bot which could be used on a premium Discord server

Moderation, Engagement and Management

It's worth noting that paying members in premium Discord channels will expect a higher level of engagement and perks than those who join an unpaid channel. An inclusive and healthy community needs an understanding of Discord Server rules or guidelines and active moderation. Choose one or two moderators that will enforce the Discord Server rules, resolve conflicts, and ensure a safe environment for all users.

Inspire member participation by asking questions, launching discussions, as well as arranging polls. Create dedicated channels for new members, member introductions and suggestions, to ensure everyone feels heard. Also, make use of the bots to reward active and helpful members with perks that encourage a community-building spirit.

A premium Discord server provides a "super reaction" function

Organizing regular events, games tournaments or other occasions on your Discord server will encourage engagement and build the feeling of being part of a community. Create and promote events that are in connection with your server's theme like games nights, art shows or Q&A discussions.

Conclusion: How to build an elite Discord server

Building a premium Discord server requires the planning, design as well as a great level of community involvement. There are a few different methods to convert your Discord server to a member-only system once it's popular and well-liked by its members: we'd prefer using third-party tools, however of course there is also an option of creating your own, or to use Nitro.

Following the tips in this post by following the steps in this article, you can set up an exciting and memorable atmosphere for your customers and generate recurring income for your business. Best of luck!