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Announcements
Complete guide to managing server announcements
Announcements help you communicate important information to your community across multiple platforms. Schedule messages, create recurring updates, or send instant notifications with rich formatting and template variables.
Overview
What are Announcements?
Announcements are a powerful way to communicate with your community across Discord and Telegram. Whether you need to share urgent updates, schedule recurring reminders, or coordinate events, announcements ensure your message reaches everyone at the right time.
Write and format your announcement
Sent to Discord & Telegram automatically
Multi-Platform Support
Send announcements to Discord and Telegram servers simultaneously
Flexible Scheduling
Schedule announcements for specific dates or recurring intervals
Rich Message Formatting
Use Discord/Telegram markdown for bold, italic, and formatted text
Channel Targeting
Target specific channels or send to all channels in your server
Template Variables
Dynamic content with server, channel, and timestamp variables
Timezone Support
Automatic timezone handling for accurate scheduling
Announcement Types
Manual Announcements
Send announcements immediately when you're ready
Perfect for urgent news, event updates, or impromptu messages
Scheduled Announcements
Schedule announcements for a specific date and time
Great for event reminders, product launches, or timed updates
Recurring Announcements
Set up regular announcements on a schedule (daily, weekly, monthly)
Ideal for weekly updates, daily reminders, or regular community posts
Setup Guide
Ready to create your first announcement?
Head to your server dashboard to start creating announcements for your community.
Message Formatting
Markdown Support
Use Discord and Telegram markdown for rich formatting
Text Formatting
**bold**Bold text*italic*Italic text`code`Inline codeSpecial Formatting
~~strikethrough~~Strike text__underline__Underlined# HeaderLarge textFormatting Examples
Basic Announcement
**📢 Server Update**
Hello everyone! We've just released some exciting new features:
• New voice channels
• Updated bot commands
• Bug fixes
*Happy chatting!* 🎉Event Announcement
🎮 **GAME NIGHT TONIGHT**
Join us at **8 PM EST** for our weekly game night!
📅 When: Tonight at 8 PM
🎯 Game: Among Us
🔗 Voice Channel: #game-night
__Don't miss out!__ React with 🎮 to join.Template Variables
Dynamic Content Variables
Add dynamic content to your announcements with template variables
{server.name}The name of your server/community
Example: Gaming Community
{channel.name}The name of the current channel
Example: #announcements
{user.name}The name of the user (for targeted messages)
Example: JohnDoe
{date}Current date when the announcement is sent
Example: December 1, 2024
{time}Current time when the announcement is sent
Example: 2:30 PM
{timestamp}Full timestamp with date and time
Example: Dec 1, 2024 at 2:30 PM
Template Examples
Live previews with color-coded variable tokens
Variables get replaced with actual values when sent
Common Use Cases
Server Updates & News
Keep your community informed about server changes, new features, or important updates
Example: Weekly server updates every Friday at 5 PM, announcing new features and community highlights
Event Announcements
Promote upcoming events, tournaments, or community activities
Example: Schedule tournament announcements 24 hours before events with registration links and details
Welcome Messages
Create recurring welcome messages for new members
Example: Daily welcome posts highlighting server rules and popular channels for new members
Maintenance Notifications
Inform users about scheduled maintenance or downtime
Example: Schedule maintenance notifications 1 hour before server updates with expected duration
Community Reminders
Regular reminders about server rules, events, or important information
Example: Weekly reminders about community guidelines and how to get support
Product Launches
Coordinate product or feature launches across multiple platforms
Example: Simultaneous announcements across Discord and Telegram when launching new features
Troubleshooting
My announcement isn't sending at the scheduled time
Check your timezone settings and ensure they match your intended schedule. Verify that the announcement is enabled and not in draft mode. The bot needs proper permissions in all target channels.
Template variables aren't being replaced in my messages
Ensure you're using the correct variable syntax with curly braces. Variables are case-sensitive and must match exactly. Check that the variable is supported for your platform (Discord/Telegram).
Announcements aren't appearing in some channels
Verify that the Flake bot has Send Messages permissions in all target channels. Check if the channels are configured correctly in your announcement settings.
Recurring announcements stopped working
Check if the announcement has reached its end date (if set). Verify that the announcement is still enabled and hasn't been accidentally disabled. Review the interval settings for accuracy.
Message formatting isn't working correctly
Different platforms (Discord vs Telegram) support different markdown syntax. Use the preview feature to test formatting. Ensure you're using the correct markdown for your target platform.
Can't select certain channels for announcements
The bot needs appropriate permissions in channels to send announcements. Ensure the Flake bot has admin or Send Messages permissions in the channels you want to target.
Still having issues?
If you're experiencing problems not covered here, our support team is ready to help.