Bot Settings
Configure TeaL;DR to match your server's needs.
Overview
TeaL;DR provides extensive configuration options through the /settings command. All settings require administrator permissions to modify.
Channel Management
Exclude Channel from Indexing
Prevent the bot from indexing messages in specific channels. Useful for private channels, admin channels, or bot-only channels.
/settings action: Exclude Channel channel: #private-channelInclude Previously Excluded Channel
Re-enable indexing for a previously excluded channel.
/settings action: Include Channel channel: #generalView Excluded Channels
List all channels currently excluded from indexing.
/settings action: View Excluded ChannelsData Retention
Set Retention Period
Configure how long messages are stored before automatic deletion. Default is 30 days.
/settings action: Set Retention Period days: 60Allowed values: 7-90 days
Recommended: 30 days for most servers, 60-90 days for archival purposes
View Current Retention
Check the current retention period setting.
/settings action: View Retention PeriodBot Personality
Customize Response Style
Adjust how the bot responds to queries. Available personas:
Professional
Formal, concise, business-focused responses
Friendly
Casual, conversational tone with personality
Technical
Detailed, precise, developer-oriented
Concise
Brief, to-the-point responses
/customize persona: ProfessionalData Management
Clear Channel Data
Permanently delete all indexed messages from a specific channel.
/settings action: Clear Channel Data channel: #old-channelClear All Server Data
Delete all indexed data for your entire server. This is useful before removing the bot or for privacy compliance.
/settings action: Clear All Data confirm: yesView Current Configuration
Display All Settings
View a comprehensive overview of all current bot settings for your server.
/settings action: View All SettingsThis displays: excluded channels, retention period, bot persona, indexing status, and storage usage.
Best Practices
Privacy-Sensitive Channels
Always exclude channels containing sensitive information (HR, moderation logs, private discussions) from indexing.
Retention Period
Balance between searchability and storage. 30 days works for most active servers. Increase for archival needs.
Regular Audits
Periodically review excluded channels and retention settings to ensure they match your current needs.
Bot Personality
Choose a persona that matches your server culture. Professional for work servers, Friendly for community servers.