> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.rankly.live/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# List Your Server

> Create a clean Rankly listing and connect the growth features your community needs.

This guide is for server owners who want a polished listing and a clear path to growth.

## What you will set up

* A public server listing with the right name, category, and tags
* A usable invite link and a readable description
* Visual assets like an icon and banner
* Growth tools such as credits and vote webhooks

## Before you start

Make sure you have:

* Access to the Discord server you want to list
* A valid Discord server ID
* A usable invite code
* A short description and a longer description if you want one
* A server icon and optional banner URL

## Setup flow

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open your dashboard">
    Sign in, choose the server you want to list, and open the listing editor.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fill in the core metadata">
    Add the server name, description, category, and tags that best match the community.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add the visuals">
    Upload or link the icon and banner that represent the server clearly on the listing page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Publish the listing">
    Save the entry and confirm that the page renders correctly from the public server view.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What makes a strong listing

| Field       | Good practice                                                                  |
| ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Name        | Keep it short, recognizable, and consistent with your Discord server branding. |
| Description | Explain what the community does in one or two sharp sentences.                 |
| Tags        | Use the tags that real members would search for.                               |
| Category    | Pick the closest category instead of trying to be too broad.                   |
| Invite      | Use a valid invite that does not expire immediately.                           |
| Visuals     | Use clean, square icons and banners with enough contrast.                      |

## After the listing is live

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Credits" href="/servers/credits">
    Learn how Rankly balances earned, session, and purchased credits.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Vote Webhooks" href="/servers/webhooks">
    Send vote notifications to your own backend or bot.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Practical tips

* Keep the invite valid and easy to test.
* Update your tags when your community focus changes.
* Use the webhook test flow before relying on live vote events.
* Treat the listing as a landing page, not just a form.