Serializd Tracker Bot
March 11, 2026
📢 v1.1.0 Update - Setup improvements, bug fixes, and better onboarding for new users!
🆕 New Features • /serializd command - Learn about the platform • Visit Serializd button on all setup steps 🐛 Bug Fixes • Fixed Group diary having some incorrect behaviour • Fixed /adduser command references • Fixed role permission crash ✨ Improvements • Better setup wizard completion page • Enhanced welcome message with buttons • /watchfilter and /pingrole in settings
March 11, 2026
📢 v1.0.9 Update - Major command consolidation update! We've streamlined settings commands and added automatic episode notifications for shows on your watching list. 🎬
📝 Diary Settings Simplified Reduced from 8 commands to just 4! Use /pingrole, /changename, /diaryformat, and /diaryfields to configure everything. 👥 Group Diary Settings Streamlined Down from 9 commands to only 3! Configure group diaries with /groupformat, /groupfields, and /groupdiary. 🔧 Unified Channel Setup All channel settings now use a single /setchannel [field] [channel] command instead of multiple separate commands. Cleaner and more intuitive! 🆕 BETA: Automatic Episode Alerts When users have shows on their Serializd watching list and you set a new_episodes channel, the bot automatically posts when new episodes air! Enable via /setchannel new_episodes. 📺 BETA: Upcoming Episodes Command New /upcoming command shows the next 7 days of episodes from either all tracked users in your guild or specific users. Perfect for planning your watch schedule! 🎨 Quality Improvements Standardized all dates to DD.MM.YYYY format for consistency across diary entries, supporter lists, and episode alerts. Improved command sync reliability and rate limit protection.
March 07, 2026
📢 v1.0.8 - Major update introducing Group Diary feature, enhanced global stats with guild comparisons, batch user management, and numerous improvements! 🎉
🎬 Group Diary Feature • New Group Diary feature (disabled by default) - Merges multiple episodes into single embeds - Configure via /settings → Diary Display → Group Diary - Perfect for binge watchers tracking full seasons! 💖 Patreon Updates • Refreshed /patreon embed text and emojis - Clearer supporter tier displays - Enhanced Hall of Fame presentation 🔗 Discord Server Links • New /setdiscordlink command - Add your Discord server invite to your profile - Displayed in /stats → Global Stats - Help users find your community! 📊 Enhanced Global Stats • Global stats now display guilds vs users comparison - See how many servers track each user - Better insights into community engagement - Compare your server's activity with others 🎯 Status Display Fixes • Fixed custom bot statuses not showing correctly - Improved status rotation consistency - Better presence management ⚡ TVMaze API Improvements • Completely redesigned TVMaze caching system - Future-proofed against API changes - Better error handling and recovery - Reduced API calls for improved performance 👥 User Management Features • /adduser now supports batch mode (up to 14 users!) - New /clearallusers command to start fresh - /listusers enhanced with future features planned - Faster setup for new servers 📋 Command Updates • Updated /commands and /help with new features - Added Patreon and Discord buttons to command menus - Improved command organization and clarity - Better navigation for finding what you need 🐞 Bug Fixes • Fixed various edge cases in user tracking - Improved error handling across all commands - Better permission checks and validation - Enhanced stability and reliability
March 05, 2026
📢 1.0.7 Update - Major improvements to customization, user feedback, and stats accuracy! 🎉
🔔 Invalid Username Feedback The bot now notifies you after detecting an invalid username, saving you from wondering why entries aren't posting! No more silent failures. 🎨 Expanded Settings Menu /settings got a massive upgrade! Now includes: - 📺 Channels - Configure diary, changelog, and sharelink channels - 🎨 Customization - Set embed colors, toggle anonymous mode - 📖 Diary Display - 20+ options for field toggles, formats, and labels All admin settings now in one organized place! 📊 Stats Fix - Most Active Guilds Fixed duplicate counting in "Most Active Guilds" leaderboard. Stats now show accurate unique entry counts across all metrics! 📋 Updated Commands List /commands has been reorganized to reflect the new unified /settings menu structure. Easier to discover all customization features!
March 02, 2026
📢 v1.0.6 Update - Bug fixes, customization options, and quality of life improvements!
📈 Fixed global stats Finally fixed global stats counting wrong - now shows accurate unique user counts 🔠 Case-insensitive commands Made /adduser and /removeuser case-insensitive - no more duplicate tracking issues 📺 Show status relocated Moved Running/Ended status to TV show name for cleaner embed layout 🎨 Customizable diary embeds Added /settings, /toggle, /changename - customize your diary embed display! 🖱️ Better command interface Changed /commands to have embed buttons, making it more user-friendly
March 01, 2026
📢 v1.0.5 - General bug fixes made ui smoother, prettier and more user-friendly!
📊 Much clearer user stats /botstatus shows unique users & Global stats embed now show unique users only (no more counting the same person 10× 😅) 🖼️ Consistent & professional look Most embed's now has a clean footer: BOT_NAME • vX.X.X 🛡️ Safer & friendlier moderation commands Confirmation prompts during removing commands and a few other. 👋 Better new-user experience Welcome message improved and changed stuff around in /help 📖 Cleaner diary entries "Liked" and "Watch" statuses now appear on the same line
March 01, 2026
v1.0.4 - Yet Another Major update with statistics tracking, show status indicators, review improvements, and enhanced privacy controls! 📊🔴
📊 New: Statistics System View server and global viewing statistics with the new /stats command! See trending shows, most active watchers, and weekly activity. Guild stats show your community's viewing habits while global stats reveal what's popular across all servers. Use /setanonymous to hide your server from global stats - anonymous guilds appear as "Guild #1234" instead of your server name. 🔴 New: Show Status Indicators Diary entries now display whether shows are currently airing! 🔴 Running indicates actively airing shows, while ✅ Ended marks concluded series. Powered by TVMaze API 📝 Improved: Review Handling Long reviews (300+ characters) are now automatically truncated with a "View Full Review" link that takes you to the complete review on Serializd. This keeps embeds clean and readable while ensuring you never miss the full content. Spoiler tags continue to work perfectly as expected! 💎 Enhanced: Patreon Support Patreon supporters can now have tier labels! Choose between "Premium Supporter" or "Deluxe Supporter" badges. Tiers are now proudly displayed when viewing supporters with the /patreon command! 🔐 Updated: Privacy & Commands Comprehensive privacy policy update via /privacy! Better organization shows what data we collect and why, with detailed cleanup timelines (14d entries, 30d stats, 7d cache). Now includes explicit listing of data we DON'T collect like IP addresses. The /commands list has been reorganized into clear categories with better explanations. 🛠️ Technical Improvements Switched from /diary to /reviews API endpoint for better data access. New database migration system ensures smooth updates. TVMaze cache table with automatic cleanup keeps performance optimal. Entry statistics tracking powers the new /stats features. Improved error handling and performance optimizations for multi-guild operations.
March 01, 2026
1.0.3 Update - Major update bringing server customization, donation support, and quality-of-life improvements! 🎨✨
🎨 Custom Embed Colors Servers can now set their own embed colors! Use `/setcolor` to customize diary posts, profiles, and all bot embeds to match your server's aesthetic. Every guild gets their own unique look! 💖 Patreon Support System New `/patreon` and `/donate` commands let users view our amazing supporters! If you'd like to support development, check it out. Supporters are permanently listed with pride! 🙏 📊 Enhanced Bot Status `/botstatus` now shows comprehensive stats including version, uptime, guild count, and total tracked users at a glance. Perfect for admins monitoring bot health! ⚙️ New Admin Info Command `/admininfo` gives admins a complete overview of server configuration - post channel, changelog channel, commands channel, sharelink channel, and role restrictions all in one place! 🔧 Better Error Messages Errors now include helpful troubleshooting tips! Missing permissions? We'll tell you exactly what to fix and where. No more guessing! ✅ Bug Fixes Fixed permission checks, improved admin command access, and resolved various edge cases for a smoother experience. 📈 By The Numbers 7 Guilds | 65 Total Tracked Users! 🔐 Privacy Updated Privacy policy now includes information about custom colors and patreon data. We remain transparent about everything we collect! 🎯 What's Next? Roulette, confirmation popups, user statistics, time tracking features are in development. Stay tuned! 🚀 New: Interactive Setup Wizard Run `/setup` for a step-by-step guided configuration! Features: 7-page wizard with dropdown channel selection, modal user tracking, 8 color presets, progress tracking, and comprehensive summary. Perfect for new servers or reconfiguring existing setups. 💬 Support & Feedback Join our Discord server for support, feature requests, and community discussion. Your feedback shapes future updates!
February 27, 2026
📢 v1.0.2 Update - Username linking, changelog command, fixed review links, and bug fixes!
🔗 Username Linking Use /username your_serializd to connect your Discord account! Others can now /profile @you to view your profile. Admins can manage connections with /viewusernames, /setusername, /clearusername, and /banusername. 📜 Changelog Command Use /changelog anytime to view the latest bot update. Never miss what's new! 📢 Changelog Channel Admins can set a dedicated channel with /setchangelog #channel to receive bot update notifications automatically! 🔗 Fixed Review Links Diary entries now link directly to /review/{id} pages. No more scrolling through full diary - click and go straight to the entry! 🐛 Bug Fixes Bot now checks permissions before posting with clear error messages.
February 26, 2026
v1.0.1 Update - Fresh new features to improve your experience! Check out what's new below.
🔒 Privacy Command New `/privacy` command! View exactly what data we collect, what we don't, and when it's automatically deleted. Full transparency at your fingertips. 🤖 Version Info Use `/version` to check the current bot version, uptime, and server stats. Perfect for staying up-to-date! 📢 Changelog Channel (NEW!) Set a dedicated changelog channel with `/setchangelog #updates`! Get bot updates in your preferred channel. Falls back to commands channel if not set. Completely optional - you control where updates appear! ⏱️ Cooldown Fix Fixed user cooldowns not applying to `/help`, `/commands`, and other info commands. Say goodbye to spam! ℹ️ Help Command Updates Added link to Bot Creator's profile, `/privacy` command info, and `/setchangelog` in Quick Start. Cleaner layout for easier navigation. 🔧 Database Migration Database automatically upgrades on startup - no manual work needed! Your existing data is completely safe and preserved.