> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Discord Bot Hosting

> Learn how to host and create free Discord bot servers at Vellix Hosting

Vellix Hosting offers free Discord bot hosting through our Discord community integration. Follow this guide to set up, deploy, and configure your Node.js application.

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## Service Specifications

When you create a free Discord bot server, you get:

* **Dedicated Runtime**: Isolated Node.js environment in a Docker container.
* **Memory (RAM)**: 250 MB RAM.
* **Storage**: 1 GB High-Speed SSD storage.
* **Management**: Full console access and FTP/SFTP file management.

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## Step-by-Step Hosting Guide

Follow these steps to deploy your bot:

### 1. Create Your Server

Join our Discord server and navigate to the dedicated ticket or bot channel:

* **Discord Channel**: [Join Discord Support](https://discord.com/channels/1504707289385533461/1512867928717000876)
* Click the server creation button.
* ⚠️ **Important**: Make sure your Discord Direct Messages (DMs) are open so our bot can send you your temporary panel password!

### 2. Log In to the Panel

* Access the control panel: [panel.vellix.host](https://panel.vellix.host)
* Log in using your email address and the temporary password sent to your Discord DMs.
* (Optional) We recommend updating your password in the account settings immediately.

### 3. Upload Your Bot Files

* Select your newly created server from the dashboard.
* Go to the **File Manager** tab in the sidebar.
* Upload your bot code files (e.g., `index.js`, `package.json`, `.env` files).
* > \[!CAUTION]
  > **Do NOT upload the `node_modules` directory.** The panel will install dependencies automatically to save bandwidth and storage.

### 4. Install Dependencies

* Go to the **Console** tab.
* Your packages will be installed automatically from your `package.json` when you first start the server, or you can specify custom startup options.

### 5. Start Your Bot

* Configure your environment variables, token, and secrets on the panel.
* Click the green **Start** button in the Console to boot your bot!