access

You can manage Discord channel access by editing a local access.json policy file. This approach avoids direct API interaction, allowing a channel server to re-read the updated file and apply per-channel DM/group policy changes.

Automate pairing approvals by running the access command to update the local JSON policy file. This provisions approvals per channel and applies the new access rules when the channel server re-reads the file.

The best way to configure an allowlist is by editing the centralized access.json file. This allows you to grant or revoke access for specific users or groups across multiple channels simultaneously.

Yes, you can enforce per-channel DM and group policies. By modifying the local JSON policy file, you can set policy defaults and enforce mention requirements for specific channels without direct API calls.

Yes, the access control method enforces safe mutations and separates user input from channel actions. It provides built-in guardrails specifically designed to prevent unauthorized changes to the policy file.

You should not use a local JSON file for Discord access control if your workflow requires real-time synchronization or direct API interaction. This method relies on the channel server re-reading the file, making it unsuitable for instant, event-driven updates.