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

# Watchdog

> AI moderation built specifically for ER:LC private servers

<Note>
  Watchdog is a paid feature. Learn more on the [Watchdog page](https://melonly.xyz/watchdog).
</Note>

Watchdog is an AI moderator built for ER:LC. It reads in-game context and intent to catch disruptive behavior automatically.

<Warning>
  Watchdog only acts on real, naturally-occurring behavior. It won't respond to staged or test scenarios. Detection can take 5–10 minutes depending on the situation.
</Warning>

## Watch the overview

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## Enable Watchdog

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the dashboard" icon="bars">
    Go to your [Melonly dashboard](https://melonly.xyz/dashboard) and select your server.

    <Frame caption="Watchdog page">
      <img className="block" src="https://mintcdn.com/melonly/aM-dtkeI_o3HVN0C/images/Dashboard/Watchdog/watchdogpage2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aM-dtkeI_o3HVN0C&q=85&s=92be84915956f8b26d8e815b3dc44bc8" alt="" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1918" height="989" data-path="images/Dashboard/Watchdog/watchdogpage2.png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Toggle Watchdog on" icon="toggle-on">
    Find **Enable/Disable Watchdog** and turn it on. Watchdog starts working immediately.

    You need a linked ER:LC server set as active first. Use **Invite Watchdog Discord bot** to add the Watchdog bot to your Discord server.

    <Frame caption="Enable Watchdog">
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    </Frame>
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Rules and notes

Rules and notes give Watchdog context about how your server should be moderated.

<Note>
  More than five rules can reduce Watchdog accuracy. Keep your rule list focused.
</Note>

### Add a rule

Open the **Rules & Notes** card, click **Manage server rules**, then **Add**. Type a single, specific rule (e.g. *"No headless head allowed"*).

Aim for 15 to 200 characters per rule. The AI quality indicator under each rule shows how clear it is.

Use **Quick Add Sample Rule** to start from a ready-made rule, such as Metagaming, NLR, RDM, or VC Only. Replace any placeholder in caps, like `(PUT_CAR_HERE)`, before saving.

<Frame caption="Edit Watchdog rules">
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</Frame>

### Add a note

Click **Manage notes**, then **Add**. Notes describe the server's vibe (e.g. *"We are a VC-only server"*).

Aim for 20 to 300 characters per note.

<Frame caption="Edit Watchdog notes">
  <img className="block" src="https://mintcdn.com/melonly/aM-dtkeI_o3HVN0C/images/Dashboard/Watchdog/watchdogeditnote.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aM-dtkeI_o3HVN0C&q=85&s=9fa036e70ac41ff91ef57af0a1451659" alt="" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1303" height="631" data-path="images/Dashboard/Watchdog/watchdogeditnote.png" />
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## Strictness and alerts

### Strictness

Drag the slider in the **Strictness Level** card to your preferred enforcement level.

| Level | Description |
| - | - |
| **Low** | Fewer alerts, only serious violations detected. |
| **Medium** | Balanced monitoring with moderate sensitivity. This is the default. |
| **High** | Maximum sensitivity, frequent alert monitoring. |

<Frame caption="Watchdog strictness slider">
  <img className="block" src="https://mintcdn.com/melonly/aM-dtkeI_o3HVN0C/images/Dashboard/Watchdog/watchdogstrictlevel.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aM-dtkeI_o3HVN0C&q=85&s=e5a43ff13e03383ccd98de0598399a03" alt="" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1286" height="632" data-path="images/Dashboard/Watchdog/watchdogstrictlevel.png" />
</Frame>

### Alert channel and role

In **Alert Settings**, pick:

* **Watchdog Alert Channel**: where alerts are posted in Discord.
* **Mentioned Roles**: up to 5 roles (or `@here`) pinged on every alert. Select an alert channel first.

<Card title="Need help?" icon="headset" href="https://melonly.xyz/discord">
  Still have questions? Join our [Discord server](https://melonly.xyz/discord) for support from the Melonly team.
</Card>


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