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19 March 2026
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How to Host a Discord Bot in NodeJS (JavaScript) on Zampto.net

Introduction

Hosting your Discord bot on a server eliminates the need to keep your personal computer running 24/7. Zampto.net provides an affordable and reliable solution specifically designed for hosting game servers and bots.

By hosting your NodeJS Discord bot on Zampto, you'll benefit from:

  • 24/7 Uptime — Your bot will run continuously without interruptions
  • Reliable Infrastructure — Stable servers designed for long-running applications
  • Easy Management — User-friendly control panel with simple configuration
  • Community Support — Access to guides and support when needed
  • Cost-Effective — Flexible plans for small bots or larger projects

In this guide, we'll walk through the complete process of deploying a NodeJS Discord bot on Zampto.

NOTE: This guide is intended for simple Discord bots. More complex applications (dashboards, multiple services, databases, etc.) may require additional setup.

Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have the following:

  • Zampto Account
    If you don't have one yet, create one at zampto.net

  • NodeJS Discord Bot Code
    Your bot code ready to deploy (for example using discord.js)

  • Discord Bot Token
    Available from the Discord Developer Portal

  • Basic JavaScript Knowledge
    Familiarity with Node.js and package management

Step 1: Creating Your Server on Zampto

The first step is creating a server configured for Node.js applications.

Navigate to the Server Creation Page

  1. Log in to your Zampto account
  2. Click "Create Server" or "New Server"
  3. You will see a list of available server types (pre-configured environments)

Select the NodeJS Server Type

  1. In the egg selection dropdown, search for NodeJS
  2. Select the NodeJS server type
  3. Choose a server name (example: My Discord Bot)
  4. Select a node or even better, let Zampto select one for you
  5. Configure your resources (CPU, Memory [RAM], Storage)

Example Resources

Small bots usually work well with:

  • 512MB – 1GB Memory (RAM)
  • 100% CPU

Confirm and Create

  1. Review your configuration
  2. Click Create Server

createnodejsserver

Server activation (creation and installation) usually takes 2–5 minutes if you have a Premium tier.

Once ready, your server will appear in your server list.

Step 2: Understanding the package.json File

Node.js applications use package.json to define dependencies.

This file tells the server which packages must be installed before starting your bot.

Why package.json Matters

When you run your bot locally, Node.js loads packages installed on your system.

On Zampto servers, a fresh environment is created.
The package.json file ensures all required packages are installed automatically.

Example package.json

Here is a simple example:

{
  "name": "discord-bot",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "description": "Simple Discord bot",
  "main": "index.js",
  "dependencies": {
    "discord.js": "^14.0.0",
    "dotenv": "^16.0.0"
  }
}

Project Structure

Your files should look like this or similar:

/home/container/
├── package.json
├── index.js
└── other files (optional)

Step 3: Uploading your bot files to Zampto

Once your server is created, you must upload your bot files.

Access the File Manager

  1. Open your server panel

  2. Click "Files" in the sidebar

  3. The default directory will be /home/container

Please note that if you want to upload a folder, you must compress the contents of your folder on your device (ZIP/TAR.GZ) and upload the compressed ZIP/TAR.GZ that you got, and then decompress it on the web file manager using the decompress function, if there are any issues, please contact us.

Uploading Files

Select or add the files that you want to upload then: Click the Upload button and upload the following:

  • index.js (or your main bot file)

  • package.json

  • Any additional files your bot uses

  • Optional configuration files such as .env

After uploading, all files should appear in the file manager.

uploadfiles

Step 4: Configuring Startup Settings

The startup configuration tells Zampto how to start your NodeJS bot.

Navigate to Startup Settings

  1. Open the Startup tab in your server panel

You will see configuration options such as:

  • Docker Image

  • Main file

Setting the Docker Image

  1. Locate the Docker Image Configuration section in the startup page of the Control Panel

  2. Select the NodeJS version you want to use (usually one is selected by default)

  3. Click Update Docker Image

Example versions:

  • NodeJS 20
  • NodeJS 24

Setting the Main File

The Main file variable defines which file starts your bot.

  1. Locate the variable named Main file in the startup page of the Control Panel

  2. Enter the name of your main JavaScript file, usually by default you will find index.js

Example:

index.js
  1. Save the configuration.

Step 5: Starting Your Bot

Now everything is ready to launch your bot.

Start the Server

  1. Return to the server console, in the control panel

  2. Click the Start button in the console page

The server status will change to Starting or Running.

You can find the server console, by going to https://dash.zampto.net/overview and clicking Manage Server and then Console.

Monitor the Console

Open the Console tab to see real-time output from your bot.

You should see logs, for example:

Bot logged in as MyBot#1234

NOTE: If your bot returns errors and doesn't boot, you might have errors in your code or missing dependencies in the package.json file. If you need help, contact us.

Verifying Your Bot is Online

  1. Open Discord

  2. Go to a server where your bot is invited

  3. Check if the bot shows Online (green status)

  4. Try sending a command to test it

Congratulations!

Your NodeJS (JavaScript) Discord bot is now running 24/7 on Zampto.

You no longer need to keep your computer online — your bot will run continuously on Zampto's infrastructure.

If you need help, visit: zampto.net/contacts or contact the Zampto support team.

Happy coding! 🚀