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# Self Installation

How to install Nyano Bot if you are self hosting!

## STEP 1 - Download

* Download the open source zip files using the green "Code" button on our [GitHub](https://github.com/BrazyDevelopment/nyanobot).

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**We use the green "Code" button instead of latest release because we are pushing micro updates all the time without the need to push a full release.**
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## **STEP 2 - Dependencies**

* Ensure you have installed all of the required dependencies. This bot runs on [**Node JS**](https://nodejs.org/en/download).
* You do not need to build the project, this has already been done.

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## STEP 3 - Modifications

* Open the **`config.template.json`** and rename it to **`config.json`** and configure it to your needs.

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* Rename the **`data.template`** folder to **`data`** and leave it alone.

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## **STEP 4 - Configuration**

* Create a bot token on [Discord Developer Portal](https://discord.com/developers), give it the necessary permissions and invite it, make sure to put your token in **`config.json`**.

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* Open Terminal as Administrator in your directory and run **`npm install`** then **`node .`** to start the bot.
* Perform the **`!setalerts`** command and follow the instructions it gives you.
* Perform the commands listed below under "Command Usage".&#x20;

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[Command Usage](/docs/discord-bots/nyano-bot/command-usage.md)
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* Wait for alerts in your chosen channels!

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If you require any further assistance please don't hesitate to contact us in our [Discord Server](https://discord.gg/armour).