{"id":11253,"date":"2023-05-30T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/?p=11253"},"modified":"2025-07-07T11:02:46","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T15:02:46","slug":"discord-giveaway-bots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/discord-giveaway-bots\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Discord Giveaway Bots Real Or Fake? (How To Boost Trust)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Not sure if the Discord giveaway bot you\u2019re seeing is real or a scam?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With more people using Discord to run and join giveaways, fake bots are becoming a serious problem. In this guide, I\u2019ll show you how to spot fake Discord giveaway bots and how to safely run your own giveaway using trusted tools like <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\">RafflePress<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-what-is-a-discord-giveaway-bot-and-how-does-it-work\">What Is a Discord Giveaway Bot? (+ How It Works)<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-are-giveaway-bots-on-discord-real-or-fake\">Are Discord Giveaway Bots Safe or a Scam?<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-how-to-spot-fake-giveaway-bots-on-discord\">How to Spot Fake Discord Giveaway Bots?<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-tips-to-increase-trust-in-your-discord-giveaway\">How to Run a Legit Giveaway on Discord (11 Tips)<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-next-steps-set-up-your-discord-giveaway\">Next Steps: Set Up Your Discord Giveaway<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-a-discord-giveaway-bot-and-how-does-it-work\">What Is a Discord Giveaway Bot? (+ How It Works)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Discord giveaway bot is a type of bot that uses Artificial Intelligence to run giveaways on Discord servers. You can use them to give away a variety of prizes, such as free Nitro subscriptions, Steam game keys, Amazon gift cards, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"369\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-bot.png\" alt=\"Discord giveaway bot\" class=\"wp-image-11254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-bot.png 662w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-bot-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-bot-50x28.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Giveaway bots work by randomly selecting a winner from a pool of participants. To participate in a giveaway, Discord users typically need to follow simple instructions, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/twitter-giveaway-examples\/\" title=\"15 Twitter Giveaway Examples for Viral Brand Awareness\">retweeting a tweet<\/a>, liking a post, or following you on other social media platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bots can be a great way to promote your Discord server or channel to a broader audience. They&#8217;re also a fun way to engage with your community and give back to loyal fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are some risks associated with giveaway bots. Scammers often use them to trick users into giving away their personal information or money, which we\u2019ll dive further into next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\" id=\"aioseo-are-giveaway-bots-on-discord-real-or-fake\"><h2 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><br><strong>Are Discord Giveaway Bots Safe or a Scam?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Giveaway bots can be either real or fake on Discord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Legitimate users use genuine bots to grow their Discord channel with fun and engaging giveaway campaigns. However, scammers often use fake giveaway bots to trick users into handing over personal details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most common types of scams using Discord giveaway bots are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discord Nitro Scams&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"213\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro.png\" alt=\"Discord Nitro\" class=\"wp-image-11255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro-300x114.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro-50x19.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Discord Nitro is a paid membership that offers users additional perks, such as custom emojis and tags, larger <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/user-submitted-photos-wordpress\/\" title=\"How to Collect User Submitted Photos in WordPress\">file uploads<\/a>, and high-resolution screen sharing. Unfortunately, scammers are aware of the appeal of free Nitro giveaways, and they often use bots to trick users into giving away their personal information or money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One common Discord giveaway scam involves a bot that sends users a message claiming they have won a free Nitro subscription. The bot will then ask the user to click on a malicious link or provide personal information to claim their prize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"242\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro-giveaway-scam.png\" alt=\"Fake Discord giveaway bot Discord NItro scam\" class=\"wp-image-11256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro-giveaway-scam.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro-giveaway-scam-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nitro-giveaway-scam-50x22.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the link will actually lead to a malicious website, or the scammers will use that information to steal the user&#8217;s identity or money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crypto Scams<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scammers often create fake accounts or bots that pose as legitimate Discord users or organizations. They then use these accounts or bots to send direct messages to other users, claiming to give away free cryptocurrency like Bitcoin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-crypto-giveaway-scam.png\" alt=\"Discord giveaway bots cryptocurrency scam\" class=\"wp-image-11257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-crypto-giveaway-scam.png 535w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-crypto-giveaway-scam-300x265.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-crypto-giveaway-scam-50x44.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To claim free cryptocurrency, users often need to provide their personal information, such as their email address or cryptocurrency wallet address. Once the scammers have this information, they can use it to steal the user&#8217;s cryptocurrency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NFT Scams<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, bots may pose as legitimate Discord users or organizations claiming to offer free non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Again, once they have your personal information, such as your Opensea credentials, the hackers can use it to steal your <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-promote-nft-art-collections\/\" title=\"How to Promote NFT Art Collections (9+ Easy Tips &amp; Tricks)\">NFTs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nft-giveaway-scam.png\" alt=\"Discord giveaway bots NFT scam\" class=\"wp-image-11258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nft-giveaway-scam.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nft-giveaway-scam-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-nft-giveaway-scam-50x35.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides putting your audience at risk, fake bots can hurt those looking to run genuine Discord giveaways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a fake bot can inflate the number of giveaway entries, making it harder to determine the true winner. They can also spam your giveaway channel with messages, which makes it difficult for real users to enter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, these bots can spread malware and phishing scams, putting giveaway hosts and participants at risk of identity theft or cyberattacks. Plus, if you&#8217;re associated with bot scams, you can damage your reputation, hurting your ability to attract new users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-how-to-spot-fake-giveaway-bots-on-discord\">How to Spot Fake Discord Giveaway Bots?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several ways to spot fake giveaway bots on Discord. Whether you\u2019re looking to run a Discord giveaway or want to keep your account safe when participating, here are some things to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"573\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/verified-discord-bot.png\" alt=\"Verified Discord Bot example\" class=\"wp-image-11259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/verified-discord-bot.png 573w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/verified-discord-bot-300x251.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/verified-discord-bot-50x42.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 573px) 100vw, 573px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unverified Bots:<\/strong>&nbsp;Verified Discord bots have an authentication check mark next to their name. If the bot isn\u2019t verified, it\u2019s more likely to be fake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unsolicited Bot Messages:<\/strong>&nbsp;Legitimate giveaway bots won\u2019t contact you out of the blue. If you receive a message from a bot that you didn\u2019t initiate or recognize, it\u2019s likely a fake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unbelievable Prizes:<\/strong>&nbsp;If a bot offers prizes worth a lot of money, it&#8217;s more likely to be a scam. Legitimate giveaway bots typically offer smaller prizes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Asking for Personal Details:<\/strong>&nbsp;Real giveaway bots will never ask for your personal information, such as your credit card or social security number. If a bot asks for this information, it is a scam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Suspicious Links:<\/strong>&nbsp;Legitimate giveaway bots never ask you to click on a link. If a bot asks this, it&#8217;s probably a scam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th>Real Discord Giveaway Bot<\/th><th>Fake Discord Giveaway Bot<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2705 Verified with a checkmark badge<\/td><td>\u274c No verification badge or identity<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Used in public channels by server admins<\/td><td>\u274c Sends random DMs claiming you\u2019ve won<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Never asks for personal or payment info<\/td><td>\u274c Asks for credit card, wallet, or login details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Linked from trusted websites or communities<\/td><td>\u274c Found through spam links or unknown sources<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Provides clear rules and winner announcements<\/td><td>\u274c Offers vague or too-good-to-be-true prizes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see any of these red flags, it is best to avoid the bot and report it to Discord\u2019s support team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-tips-to-increase-trust-in-your-discord-giveaway\">How to Run a Legit Giveaway on Discord (11 Tips)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand that this might be a lot of information, and it may even put you off running a giveaway for your Discord community. But that means you genuinely care about your community and want to keep them safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ll look at the best ways to increase trust in your Discord giveaway next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-1-host-your-giveaway-on-your-website\">1. Host Your Giveaway on Your Website<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many content creators these days don&#8217;t have their own websites, instead relying on microsite tools like Linktree to share their <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-increase-online-sales-through-social-media\/\" title=\"How to Increase Online Sales Through Social Media in 2023\">social links<\/a> and Discord to build their community. Since Discord has its fair share of problems, like bots and scammers, a website can be the ideal hub for your marketing efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, hosting your Discord giveaway from your website gives you complete control over the process. You can choose the prizes, the rules, and the way entries are submitted, allowing you to <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-create-a-daily-giveaway\/\" title=\"How to Create a Daily Giveaway With Multiple Entries\">create a giveaway<\/a> tailored to your needs and goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More importantly, when you host your giveaway on your website, you can use it to <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-drive-traffic-to-your-website\/\" title=\"How to Drive More Traffic to Your Website (24 Proven Ways)\">drive traffic<\/a>. This is a great way to introduce new people to your brand and increase brand awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you can use your giveaway to collect email addresses, grow your social media following, boost subscribers, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"283\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/tst-giveaway-landing-page.png\" alt=\"Example of a giveaway on a website\" class=\"wp-image-6851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/tst-giveaway-landing-page.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/tst-giveaway-landing-page-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/tst-giveaway-landing-page-50x25.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, you can take steps to secure participants&#8217; information instead of putting them at risk. Whether its identity theft or other cyberattacks through unreliable Discord bots prone to glitches and scams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best platforms to start a new website is WordPress. It\u2019s the most popular website platform, powering over 43% of websites globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WordPress is a free, open-source platform with thousands of pre-made website designs and extensions. It&#8217;s also super flexible, working seamlessly with many third-party tools and services. We even use WordPress to run this website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you get started, you can check out this step-by-step guide on&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/guides\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to make a WordPress website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-2-use-legitimate-giveaway-tools\">2. Use a Trusted Giveaway Tool Like RafflePress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to increase trust in your Discord giveaway is by using tools that your audience recognizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Legitimate giveaway tools are designed to work properly and to protect participants&#8217; security. They&#8217;re also user-friendly, so even without technical skills, they&#8217;re easy to set up and use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rafflepress.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"301\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rafflepress-best-giveaway-plugin.jpg\" alt=\"RafflePress best contest tool WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-1321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rafflepress-best-giveaway-plugin.jpg 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rafflepress-best-giveaway-plugin-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rafflepress-best-giveaway-plugin-50x27.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rafflepress.com\" title=\"RafflePress - WordPress Giveaway Plugin\">RafflePress<\/a>, the best WordPress giveaway plugin, has <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/giveaway-templates\/\" title=\"8 Giveaway Templates for Successful Online Contests\">pre-made templates<\/a> that make starting a giveaway from your WordPress site effortless. Just choose a goal, such as more email subscribers, and it will automatically build a widget with entry methods to meet that goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"558\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/choose-grow-email-list-template.jpg\" alt=\"RafflePress giveaway template to grow your email list\" class=\"wp-image-876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/choose-grow-email-list-template.jpg 558w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/choose-grow-email-list-template-300x280.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/choose-grow-email-list-template-50x47.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 558px) 100vw, 558px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>RafflePress also comes with a drag-and-drop giveaway builder, allowing you to create the perfect giveaway widget without writing a single line of code. You can click, drag, and drop elements and see the changes in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/giveaway-builder.png\" alt=\"rafflepress drag and drop giveaway builder\" class=\"wp-image-2414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/giveaway-builder.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/giveaway-builder-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/giveaway-builder-50x31.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This plugin also offers a variety of ways for participants to enter, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Follow actions to <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-twitter\/\" title=\"How to Get More Followers On Twitter (33 Proven Hacks)\">get more followers<\/a> on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Twitch, YouTube, Pinterest, and TikTok<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share actions to <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-increase-engagement-on-facebook\/\" title=\"REVEALED: How to Increase Engagement on Facebook (20 Quick Ways)\">increase engagement<\/a> via TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Refer a Friend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actions to drive more traffic, like Visit a Page, Leave a Comment, <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-promote-your-podcast\/\" title=\"How to Promote Your Podcast for More Listeners (15 Tips)\">Subscribe to a Podcast<\/a>, Submit an Image, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you want to run a giveaway on Discord with RafflePress, you can host it on your WordPress website and use the Visit a Page action to send traffic to your Discord server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visit-discord-server-action-rafflepress.png\" alt=\"Visit a discord server giveaway action\" class=\"wp-image-11260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visit-discord-server-action-rafflepress.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visit-discord-server-action-rafflepress-300x215.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visit-discord-server-action-rafflepress-50x36.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When users visit your server, it will count as an entry into your giveaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But that\u2019s not all a legitimate giveaway tool like RafflePress has to offer. It also allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Publish your giveaway in any WordPress post, page, or on a distraction-free <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/giveaway-landing-page-examples\/\" title=\"10 Giveaway Landing Page Examples to Inspire You\">giveaway landing page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick winners randomly with the winner picker feature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate giveaway rules automatically<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View and manage participants easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track your success with analytics scripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-create-a-retargeting-strategy\/\" title=\"How to Create a Successful Retargeting Strategy (15 Easy Tips)\">Retarget visitors<\/a> with Facebook Pixel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid spam with Recaptcha and verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrate with <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/best-free-email-marketing-tools-services\/\" title=\"10+ Best Free Email Marketing Tools &amp; Services for Small Businesses\">email marketing services<\/a> and 3rd-party tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with GDPR using an opt-in confirmation checkbox<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These powerful features will make running your Discord giveaway easier, increase trust and security, and grow your brand more effectively. There&#8217;s even a handy guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/free-nft-giveaway\/\" title=\"\">how to run a free NFT giveaway<\/a> using RafflePress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/pricing\/\" title=\"\">Get Started with RafflePress Today.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-3-provide-clear-guidelines-for-participants-to-avoid-scams\">3. Share Clear Rules to Prevent Discord Scams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While genuine Discord giveaway bots can be a great way to promote your server, it&#8217;s your responsibility as the host to make users aware of the potential for scams. Remember, if a community member is a victim of a scam via a bot you use, it can harm your reputation and credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to do this is by providing clear <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/facebook-contest-rules\/\" title=\"7 Facebook Contest Rules: Complete Guide for Businesses 2023\">giveaway guidelines<\/a> and instructions to <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/stop-spam-form-submissions-wordpress\/\" title=\"How to Stop Spam Form Submissions in WordPress\">avoid spam<\/a>. Here are some tips on what to include in your guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-rules-example.png\" alt=\"Discord giveaway rules example\" class=\"wp-image-11261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-rules-example.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-rules-example-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-rules-example-50x34.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Information about the <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/contest-prize-ideas\/\" title=\"114 Proven Contest Prize Ideas for Viral Giveaways\">giveaway prize<\/a> and how much it\u2019s worth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Details on how you\u2019ll ask users to enter your giveaway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How long your giveaway will run, including the start and end date and times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How you\u2019ll choose the giveaway winner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who will contact the winner, their details, and when they\u2019ll get in touch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information on how users can report suspicious messages and activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This kind of transparency helps build trust in your brand and shows users that you take their safety and enjoyment seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-4-share-testimonials-from-past-discord-giveaways\">4. Share Testimonials from Past Discord Giveaways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing testimonials from past giveaways with your DIscord community is another fantastic way to build trust and encourage users to enter your next campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When people see that others have had a positive experience with your giveaway, they\u2019re more likely to trust you and participate in the future. Plus, testimonials from past winners can help attract new users and grow your audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An easy way to do this is by <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/what-is-social-proof-in-marketing\/\" title=\"What Is Social Proof in Marketing? (+ How to Use It)\">posting testimonials<\/a> directly into your Discord giveaway channel. You could even create a channel specifically for this that anyone can read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/giveaway-testimonial-example.png\" alt=\"Giveaway testimonial example\" class=\"wp-image-11262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/giveaway-testimonial-example.png 620w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/giveaway-testimonial-example-300x190.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/giveaway-testimonial-example-50x32.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can add testimonials to your website or post them on social media with your initial <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-announce-a-giveaway-winner\/\" title=\"How to Announce a Giveaway Winner (9 Examples and Templates)\">giveaway announcement<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-5-verify-your-discord-giveaway-participants\">5. Verify Your Discord Giveaway Participants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides being open about your rules and sharing testimonials, you can go a step further by verifying the users entering your giveaway or contest. This is important because it ensures that your Discord giveaway is fair and that only real people participate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to do this is to require users to join your Discord server and react to a message in the giveaway channel. This indicates that they\u2019re real people because it requires a specific action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, if you\u2019re using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rafflepress.com\" title=\"RafflePress - WordPress Giveaway Plugin\">RafflePress<\/a> to run your Discord giveaway, you can use its built-in verification methods. For instance, you can require users to verify their email address before participating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/email-verification-settings.png\" alt=\"RafflePress verification for giveaways\" class=\"wp-image-10521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/email-verification-settings.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/email-verification-settings-300x172.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/email-verification-settings-50x29.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When enabled, this setting sends users an email with a verification link to confirm their identity. After successful verification, they&#8217;ll have a Verified label in the user management dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-6-partner-with-established-discord-server-owners\">6. Partner with Established Discord Server Owners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By partnering with users with an established Discord server, you can increase your giveaway&#8217;s reach, engagement, and credibility. This can help you attract more people and increase your chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since server owners have a large audience already interested in the same topics, you can tap into their audience and reach a wider range of people. It&#8217;s also an excellent way to leverage their credibility to increase trust, and you can work together to make verification processes that increase security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-collaboration.png\" alt=\"Discord giveaway collaboration\" class=\"wp-image-11263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-collaboration.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-collaboration-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-collaboration-50x25.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to get started is to contact server owners directly, asking if they&#8217;d like to partner with you. Another way is to find server owners interested in similar topics and reach out to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After finding some contacts, reach out to them and explain your giveaway idea. Be sure to explain how the giveaway will work, the prizes, and how you\u2019ll <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/contest-promotion-ideas\/\" title=\"20 Super-Effective Contest Promotion Ideas (Most Are Free!)\">promote the contest<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-7-provide-regular-updates-and-communication\">7. Provide Regular Updates and Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clear communication is key to ensuring your community understands the giveaway process. It also shows transparency that your Discord community will appreciate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When running your giveaway, interact with participants and address any concerns or questions they may have. It&#8217;s a good idea to create a dedicated giveaway channel where you can regularly post updates and respond to participant feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-channel.png\" alt=\"Discord giveaway channel example\" class=\"wp-image-11264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-channel.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-channel-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/discord-giveaway-channel-50x26.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-8-use-trusted-moderators\">8. Use Trusted Moderators<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Discord server is large enough to require moderation, ensure you only put trusted individuals in charge of moderating your giveaway channel. Have these moderators oversee the giveaway process to ensure it&#8217;s fair, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some tasks you can set for your giveaway moderators may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitoring the giveaway channel for abuse or spam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Muting or banning disruptive users or spammers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Answering questions about the giveaway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engaging with users to keep the momentum going<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-9-choose-proveable-winner-selection-methods\">9. Show a Fair, Random Giveaway Winner Selection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-pick-a-winner-of-a-giveaway\/\" title=\"How To Pick A Winner For A Giveaway (the Easy Way)\">choosing a winner for your giveaway<\/a>, it&#8217;s essential to use proven winner selection methods. This will help increase trust between you and your community and demonstrates the giveaway is unbiased.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re using a giveaway bot, use its built-in tools to choose a winner. For example, it may be able to select a winner at random automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, popular giveaway tools include winner selection methods by default. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"369\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/pick-verified-giveaway-winner.png\" alt=\"Pick a random giveaway winner\" class=\"wp-image-4629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/pick-verified-giveaway-winner.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/pick-verified-giveaway-winner-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/pick-verified-giveaway-winner-50x33.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, in RafflePress, you can pick a winner randomly and display the winners on the giveaway widget for everyone to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/display-contest-winner-on-widget.png\" alt=\"Giveaway winner displayed on widget\" class=\"wp-image-2618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/display-contest-winner-on-widget.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/display-contest-winner-on-widget-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/display-contest-winner-on-widget-50x28.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-10-ensure-secure-prize-delivery\">10. Ensure Secure Prize Delivery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to help users trust your Discord giveaway is to ensure the way you deliver the prize is secure and reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/easydigitaldownloads.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"272\" src=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/easy-digital-downloads.png\" alt=\"Easy Digital Downloads to deliver digital prizes\" class=\"wp-image-9194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/easy-digital-downloads.png 559w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/easy-digital-downloads-300x146.png 300w, https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/easy-digital-downloads-50x24.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use established tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/easydigitaldownloads.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Easy Digital Downloads - WordPress eCommerce plugin\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Digital Downloads<\/a> for digital products, which lets you provide digital products from your WordPress website without code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For physical products like merchandise and physical games, use a trusted shipping service, and provide the winner with tracking details to stay up-to-date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In either scenario, you should communicate clearly with the winner to avoid confusion and ensure the prize is delivered on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-11-learn-from-community-feedback\">11. Ask for Feedback After Your Discord Giveaway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our final tip to improve trust and transparency in your Disord giveaway is to always listen to user feedback. Actively listen to their suggestions and implement any changes in your next giveaway to improve your chances of success and the overall experience and trustworthiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even send a survey after your giveaway, asking for direct feedback. With tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/wpforms.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"WPForms - Drag &amp; Drop WordPress Form Builder\" rel=\"noopener\">WPForms<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-add-a-survey-to-your-website\/\" title=\"How to Create a Survey on WordPress for Better Customer Feedback\">adding a survey to your WordPress website<\/a> is super easy and doesn&#8217;t require any code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-next-steps-set-up-your-discord-giveaway\">Next Steps: Set Up Your Discord Giveaway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you found the information in this guide helpful in spotting fake giveaway bots on Discord. By following the tips above, you can run a successful Discord giveaway that your audience finds fair, enjoyable, and trustworthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to run a Discord giveaway from your WordPress website?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the steps in this guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/create-an-online-contest\/\" title=\"How to Do a Giveaway in 8 Easy Steps (Beginner\u2019s Guide)\">create an online contest<\/a> with RafflePress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also like this guide on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rafflepress.com\/how-to-promote-your-twitch-channel\/\" title=\"\">how to promote your Twitch channel fast<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>If you liked this article, please subscribe to our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCPtN7xV_892Pa6AcoOYzbAg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"YouTube - RafflePress\">YouTube Channel<\/a>\u00a0for RafflePress video tutorials. 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