I’m trying to make a Discord bot that can copy all messages from one channel and paste them into another server’s channel. I want it to use a webhook to show the original usernames and profile pictures. I’ve tried a bot called ‘Message Backup!’ but it’s too slow and buggy for my needs.
How can I code my own bot to do this? I’m not sure how to start, especially with using webhooks. Any tips on collecting all the messages from a channel and then resending them through a webhook would be super helpful. I’m a bit lost on where to begin with this project.
Has anyone done something similar before? What libraries or methods would you recommend for this kind of task? Thanks for any advice!
I’ve actually implemented something similar for a client recently. The key is using the Discord.py library and its webhook functionality. Start by setting up a basic bot with Discord.py, then use the on_message event to capture messages. For transferring, create a webhook in the destination channel and use aiohttp to send POST requests to it.
The trickiest part was handling rate limits and ensuring message order. I recommend implementing a queue system and adding delays between sends to avoid hitting Discord’s API limits. Also, remember to handle attachments separately by downloading and re-uploading them. Proper error handling, especially for network issues, is crucial as the process can take a while for large channels.
hey, i’ve done smth similar before. it’s not too hard once u get the hang of it. discord.py is ur best bet. u gotta use the on_message event to grab msgs, then set up a webhook in the other channel. just watch out for rate limits n stuff. oh and don’t forget to handle attachments separately. good luck with ur project!
As someone who’s tackled a similar project, I can tell you it’s quite doable but requires careful planning. I’d recommend using the discord.py library for its robust API handling. The webhook approach is smart for preserving original user info.
Here’s what worked for me: First, set up a basic bot with discord.py. Then, use the on_message event to capture messages. For transferring, create a webhook in the destination channel.
The tricky part is managing rate limits and message order. I implemented a queue system with small delays between sends to avoid API throttling. Also, don’t forget to handle attachments separately - you’ll need to download and re-upload them.
One tip: implement good logging and error handling. It’ll save you headaches when debugging inevitably occurs. And test thoroughly with smaller channels before scaling up to larger ones.
Good luck with your project! It’s a great learning experience.