READ THIS FIRST:
Quartermaster is FREE SOFTWARE under the BarrerSoftware License (BSL).
This means:
- ✅ FREE to use, modify, and distribute
- ✅ FREE forever - no subscriptions, no fees, no "premium" versions
- ❌ CANNOT BE SOLD - not by us, not by you, not by anyone
- ❌ NO PAID TIERS - all features are free for everyone
- ❌ NO COMMERCIALIZATION - this software must remain free
If someone is charging you for Quartermaster, they are violating the license.
Report violations to: legal@barrersoftware.com
The ONE Discord bot you need.
Quartermaster is a complete, free, open-source Discord server management bot that replaces MEE6, Dyno, and every other paid bot service.
Leveling & XP System
- Customizable XP rewards
- Role rewards at level milestones
- Beautiful leaderboards
- Web dashboard for configuration
Moderation Tools
- Ban, kick, mute, warn
- Temporary bans with auto-unban
- Timeout management
- Warning system with history
Auto-Moderation
- Spam detection and prevention
- Link filtering
- Discord invite blocking
- Raid protection
Engagement Features
- Reaction roles
- Custom commands
- Welcome/leave messages
- Rules setup with react-to-verify
AI Integration (FREE!)
- Local AI chat via Ollama
- Unlimited responses
- No API costs
- Privacy-focused (runs on your server)
Web Dashboard
- Beautiful management interface
- Real-time statistics
- Server configuration
- User leaderboards
Dashboard overview with server stats and quick actions
Beautiful leaderboard showing top members
Easy configuration for all features
| Feature | MEE6 | Dyno | Quartermaster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leveling | $11.95/mo | Free (limited) | FREE |
| Moderation | $11.95/mo | $5/mo | FREE |
| Auto-mod | $11.95/mo | $5/mo | FREE |
| Role Rewards | $11.95/mo | $5/mo | FREE |
| Reaction Roles | $11.95/mo | $5/mo | FREE |
| AI Features | $100/mo | N/A | FREE |
| Total/month | $90+ | $10+ | $0 |
- Node.js 18+
- Discord Bot Token (Get one here)
- (Optional) Ollama for AI features (Install Ollama)
- Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/barrersoftware/quartermaster.git
cd quartermaster- Install dependencies:
npm install- Configure environment:
cp .env.example .env
nano .envAdd your Discord bot token and other configuration.
- Start the bot:
npm startFor production deployment, see deployment/README.md
- Installation Guide
- Configuration
- Commands Reference
- Web Dashboard Setup
- AI Integration
- Deployment Guide
Basic usage: !command
!rank- View your rank and XP!leaderboard- Server XP leaderboard!addrole <level> <@role>- Add role reward (Manage Roles)!removerole <level>- Remove role reward (Manage Roles)!rolerewards- List all role rewards
!ban <@user> [reason]- Ban user!tempban <@user> <duration> [reason]- Temporary ban (e.g.,24h)!kick <@user> [reason]- Kick user!mute <@user> <minutes> [reason]- Timeout user!warn <@user> [reason]- Warn user!warnings <@user>- View user warnings!clearwarnings <@user>- Clear warnings
!automod enable <spam|links|invites>- Enable auto-mod!automod disable <spam|links|invites>- Disable auto-mod
!setup-rules #channel @role- Post rules with react-to-verify!setup-welcome #channel- Create welcome embeds!reactionrole <messageID> <emoji> <@role>- Setup reaction role
!ai <question>- Ask AI anything!ask <question>- Same as !ai!chat <question>- Same as !ai
!embed create- Create custom embed!validate- View license information
Quartermaster is released under the BarrerSoftware License (BSL).
"If it's free, it's free. Period."
This software was built to be FREE and must REMAIN FREE forever.
We watched companies like MEE6:
- Take open-source community work
- Add minimal features
- Charge $90+/month for basic functionality
- Lock features behind paywalls
- Exploit server owners who just want basic tools
We said: NO MORE.
Quartermaster provides EVERYTHING those paid bots do, for FREE, forever.
Quartermaster includes built-in license compliance verification to ensure it stays free:
!validatecommand shows license information- Automatic compliance checks prevent commercialization
- BarrerSoftware verification system protects free status
If you find someone selling Quartermaster:
- It's a LICENSE VIOLATION
- Report to: legal@barrersoftware.com
- We will take immediate legal action
✅ Use for any purpose
✅ Modify and improve
✅ Share with others
✅ Charge for SERVICES (setup, support, training)
❌ Sell the software
❌ Charge for access
❌ Create paid versions
❌ Monetize in any form
Read the full license: LICENSE
We welcome contributions! But remember:
- All contributions must remain under the BSL
- No paid features or premium tiers
- Keep it free for everyone
See CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.
Free Support:
- GitHub Issues: Report bugs or request features
- Documentation: Check our docs first
- Community: Discord server (coming soon)
This is FREE SOFTWARE. We provide free support, but we're not your 24/7 helpdesk.
Built by:
- Captain CP - Lead Developer
- The Qs - Development Team
Built with:
- Discord.js - Discord API wrapper
- Ollama - Local AI integration
- Better-SQLite3 - Database
- Express - Web dashboard
Built to replace:
- MEE6 (and their $90/month fees)
- Dyno Premium
- Every other paid bot service
Copyright (c) 2025 BarrerSoftware
This software is provided "as is" without warranty.
Quartermaster is FREE SOFTWARE under the BarrerSoftware License.
Not affiliated with Discord Inc., MEE6, or any other Discord bot service.
Building bridges, not walls.
What is given freely, must remain free.
Website: https://barrersoftware.com
Email: legal@barrersoftware.com
GitHub: https://github.com/barrersoftware
If it's free, it's free. Period. 🏴☠️