Glossary
Definitions of terms used throughout the RoleLogic documentation.
Quick Summary
RoleLogic Core Concepts:
- Rule = IF (condition) + THEN (action) — the basic building block
- Condition = "IF" part — determines which members match (9 types available)
- Action = "THEN" part — what happens when condition matches (Add Roles, Remove Roles)
- Cascading = when one rule triggers another automatically
- Priority = execution order (lower numbers run first: 0, 1, 2...)
- Quota = limits on rules per server (Free: 2, Premium: up to 210)
A
Action
The "THEN" part of a rule. Actions define what happens when a condition matches. RoleLogic supports two action types: Add Roles and Remove Roles.
Activity Log
A record of all changes made to your RoleLogic configuration. Shows who created, modified, or deleted rules, webhooks, and settings.
AND Condition
An additional condition added to a rule using "Add AND Condition." All AND conditions must be true (along with the primary condition) for the rule to trigger.
B
Bot
A Discord application that can perform automated actions. RoleLogic is a bot that manages roles automatically.
C
Cascading
When one rule's action triggers another rule. For example, Rule A adds "VIP" which causes Rule B (if has VIP, add Lounge Access) to fire. RoleLogic handles cascading automatically.
Condition
The "IF" part of a rule. Conditions define which members a rule applies to based on their current roles.
Cross-Server Action
An action that affects roles in a different Discord server than where the rule is configured. Requires RoleLogic to be present in both servers.
D
Dashboard
The web interface where you manage RoleLogic. Access it by logging in with Discord to create rules, view logs, and configure settings.
Disabled (Rule Status)
A rule that is saved but not running. Disabled rules don't process any members until re-enabled.
E
Enabled (Rule Status)
A rule that is active and processing members. Enabled rules evaluate whenever member roles change.
F
Free Plan
RoleLogic's base tier that includes 2 rules per server, all 9 condition types, all action types, testing sandbox, activity log, and 5 cross-server links. No time limit or credit card required.
G
Guild
Discord's technical term for a "server." In RoleLogic, "guild" and "server" are used interchangeably.
I
IF-THEN Rule
The fundamental structure of RoleLogic automation. "IF" defines the condition (which members match), and "THEN" defines the action (what happens). Example: IF member has "Server Booster" THEN add "VIP" role.
L
Linked Guild
A server that has cross-server relationship with another server through RoleLogic rules. Rules in Server A can affect roles in Linked Guild B.
M
Manage Roles Permission
The Discord permission RoleLogic needs to add and remove roles from members. Without this permission, RoleLogic cannot function.
Match
When a rule's condition evaluates to true for a member. A matching rule executes its action.
P
Placeholder
A variable in webhook messages that gets replaced with actual data when sent. Example: {user.mention} becomes @JohnDoe.
Premium
Paid subscription plans that expand quotas and unlock additional features like watermark removal.
Priority
A number that determines the order rules execute. Lower numbers run first (0 before 1 before 2, etc.).
Purge
To remove all cross-server actions targeting a specific linked guild. Used to disconnect servers from cross-server relationships.
Q
Quota
Limits on how many rules and resources you can use. Free plans have base quotas; premium plans provide additional quota.
R
Real-Time Processing
RoleLogic's ability to evaluate and execute rules immediately when member roles change, typically within seconds. Complemented by a background sync every 10 minutes to catch any missed changes.
Role
A Discord role that can be assigned to members. Roles grant permissions and can be used to organize members.
Role Hierarchy
Discord's system where roles are ranked from highest to lowest. Bots can only manage roles below their own position. RoleLogic can only manage roles positioned below its own role.
Rule
A complete automation instruction combining a condition (IF) and action (THEN). Rules run continuously to manage member roles.
S
Sandbox
The testing environment where you can simulate rule execution without affecting real members. Also called "Testing Sandbox."
Server
A Discord community space. Also called a "guild" in Discord's terminology.
Stopped (Rule Status)
A rule that was automatically disabled by RoleLogic's safety systems, usually due to detected conflicts.
T
Testing Sandbox
See "Sandbox."
Threshold
A number used in count-based conditions. Example: "At Least 3" uses 3 as the threshold.
Trigger
When a condition matches and causes a rule's action to execute. "The rule was triggered."
W
Watermark
Branding included in webhook messages on the free plan. Premium plans remove the watermark.
Webhook
A Discord feature that allows external services to post messages to channels. RoleLogic uses webhooks for notifications about role changes.
Webhook Log
A configured notification that sends messages to a Discord channel when rules trigger. Customizable with placeholders.
V
Visual Rule Builder
RoleLogic's graphical interface for creating rules. Users select conditions and actions by clicking rather than writing code. Accessible through the web dashboard after logging in with Discord.
Condition Types Quick Reference
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Has Some Roles | Member has at least one of the specified roles |
| Has All Roles | Member has every specified role |
| Lacks Some Roles | Member is missing at least one specified role |
| Lacks All Roles | Member has none of the specified roles |
| Exactly N Roles | Member has exactly N of the specified roles |
| At Least N Roles | Member has N or more of the specified roles |
| At Most N Roles | Member has N or fewer of the specified roles |
| More Than N Roles | Member has more than N of the specified roles |
| Less Than N Roles | Member has fewer than N of the specified roles |
Rule Status Quick Reference
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Enabled | Rule is active and processing |
| Disabled | Rule is saved but not running |
| Pending | Rule is queued, waiting for sync |
| Stopped | Rule was auto-stopped due to conflicts |
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