> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.statusstack.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Discord Integration

> Send StatusStack alerts to Discord servers

## Overview

The Discord integration delivers real-time StatusStack alerts to your Discord server with rich embeds, role mentions, and color-coded messages.

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## Setup Guide

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create Discord Webhook">
    In your Discord server:

    1. Open Server Settings → **Integrations**
    2. Click **Webhooks** → **"New Webhook"**
    3. Name it "StatusStack"
    4. Select the channel for alerts
    5. Copy the Webhook URL
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add to StatusStack">
    In StatusStack:

    1. Go to **Settings** → **Notifications**
    2. Create notification rule
    3. Select **Discord** channel
    4. Paste webhook URL
    5. Configure embed settings
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test">
    Send test notification to verify
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Message Format

**Rich Embeds with:**

* Color-coded by severity
* Component status and details
* Embedded timestamps
* Clickable links
* Optional thumbnail images

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## Role Mentions

Configure role mentions for alerts:

```
@everyone - All server members
@here - Online members  
@Role Name - Specific role
```

Set in notification rule under **Discord Settings**.

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## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Dedicated Channels">
    Create separate channels:

    * \#status-alerts
    * \#critical-alerts
    * \#client-updates
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Role Permissions">
    Ensure webhook has permissions:

    * Send Messages
    * Embed Links
    * Mention Everyone/Roles (if using mentions)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Notification Rules" icon="bell" href="/guides/notification-setup">
    Configure when to alert
  </Card>

  <Card title="Slack Alternative" icon="slack" href="/integrations/slack">
    Slack integration guide
  </Card>
</CardGroup>