Hey everyone, I need some advice about a weird situation my friend is dealing with on Discord. They got this message saying a bot added them to some kind of ‘bad’ server. I’m not sure what that means exactly, but it sounds sketchy. Should we be worried about this? Has anyone else run into something similar? I’m wondering if it’s just spam or if there could be real security risks involved. Any tips on what my friend should do would be super helpful. Thanks in advance for any info you can share!
That’s definitely concerning. Unsolicited server invites from bots are often a red flag. Your friend should immediately leave that server if they haven’t already. It’s crucial to check Discord privacy settings and turn off the option allowing server invites from non-friends. I’d also recommend enabling two-factor authentication for added security.
If the bot seemed malicious, reporting it to Discord support would be wise. They take these issues seriously. Your friend might want to change their password too, just to be safe. Generally, it’s best to be cautious with unfamiliar bots and servers on Discord. Stay vigilant and prioritize account security.
I’ve seen this happen before, and it’s not always as scary as it sounds. Sometimes it’s just overzealous server owners trying to grow their communities. That said, it’s still not cool to add people without permission.
Your friend should definitely leave the server if they’re not interested. It’s also worth checking their Discord settings to limit who can add them to servers. I had a similar issue a while back and tweaked my privacy settings - made a big difference.
One thing to watch out for is if the bot starts sending DMs or asks for personal info. That’s when it crosses into sketchy territory. Otherwise, it’s probably just annoying rather than dangerous. Still, better safe than sorry when it comes to online stuff.
yo that’s sketchy af. bots adding ppl to random servers is usually bad news. tell ur friend to bail asap and check their privacy settings. might wanna change their password too just in case. if the bot keeps buggin them, report that shit to discord. stay safe out there fam