Setup Guide
Step-by-step instructions for configuring Docket in your Discord server.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- Invited Docket to your server (see Getting Started)
- Administrator or server management permissions
- Created Discord channels where tickets will be managed
Step 1: Access Server Settings
- Log into the Docket Dashboard
- Select your server from the Guilds page
- You'll see the General Settings section
Step 2: Configure General Settings
Default Ticket Channel
Select which channel will be used as the default location for new ticket threads.
Channel Recommendation
Global Staff Role (Optional)
Assign a Discord role that will have access to all tickets by default. Useful for management or support team roles. You can also set role assignments on individual ticket types for more granular control.
Ticket Format
Set the message that appears when a ticket is opened. This is your default welcome message for all tickets. You can override this for specific ticket types.
Example: "Thanks for opening a ticket! Please describe your issue and a team member will assist you shortly."
Step 3: Create Ticket Types
Docket uses ticket types to categorize different support requests.
- Go to the Ticket Types section
- Click "Create New Ticket Type"
- Fill in the required details:
- Name— Display name (e.g., "Bug Report")
- Description — Brief explanation of the type
- Number Format — Template for ticket IDs (e.g., ticket-{number})
- Channel — Where tickets of this type are created
- Staff Role — Optional role for this ticket type
- Click "Create" to save
Multiple Ticket Types
Step 4: Test the Setup
In your Discord server, use Docket to create a test ticket to ensure everything is working properly.
Testing in Production
Troubleshooting
- Bot can't create channels— Ensure Docket has "Manage Channels" permission in your server roles
- Settings not saving — You need administrator permissions. Check your role configuration in Discord
- Can't see the bot— Make sure you've invited the bot using the official invite link. If offline, it may be restarting
Next Steps
- Settings Explained — Detailed reference for each setting
- Ticket Types — How to manage different ticket categories
- Transcripts — Access ticket history and conversations