# Linux Installation Guide

### **Step 1: Log in to Your VPS**

1. Log in to your VPS using your preferred SSH client or terminal software (e.g., PuTTY, MobaXterm, or any similar tool).

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### **Step 2: Place Bot Files on the Server**

1. Ensure the bot files are uploaded to a directory of your choice on the server.

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### **Step 3: Navigate to the Bot Directory**

1. Open a terminal on the server and navigate to the folder containing your bot files using the `cd` command:

   ```bash
   cd /path/to/your-bot-directory
   ```

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### **Step 4: Install Node.js Modules**

1. Ensure all required Linux dependencies are installed.
   * For a list of required dependencies, refer to the [Linux Dependencies Guide](https://docs.plexdevelopment.net/installation-and-setup/requirements).
2. Install the Node.js modules required for the bot by running:

   ```bash
   npm install
   ```

   * This will install all necessary dependencies as listed in the `package.json` file.

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### **Step 5: Start the Bot**

1. Run the bot with the following command:

   ```bash
   node index
   ```
2. Check the terminal output to ensure the bot starts without errors.

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### **Keeping the Bot Online 24/7**

To keep the bot running continuously, you can use the `screen` command or the `tmux` command. [Click here for a detailed guide on using](https://docs.plexdevelopment.net/frequently-asked-questions/keep-your-node.js-application-running-24-7)[ `screen` or `tmux`.](https://docs.plexdevelopment.net/frequently-asked-questions/keep-your-node.js-application-running-24-7)
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By following this guide, your bot should be up and running in no time. For additional help, feel free to reach out to our support team on Discord.
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