Discord server ranking algorithm on ServerHunt

ServerHunt uses a unique algorithm that ranks servers based on real activity. Servers that meet the minimum activity threshold are also entered into a randomisation pool, giving smaller servers a fair chance at frontpage exposure alongside the top-ranked ones.

Minimum activity threshold

in last 24 hours

5
💬 Messages
3
👥 Users
Frontpage distribution
60/40split
60% randomly featured
40% ranked by activity

Refreshes every 3 minutes

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Why we're not using Disboard-style bumping

The old-school bumping system has some issues. Here's why:

  • It's redundant: If everyone's bumping every 2 hours, it basically becomes random anyway.
  • It's time-consuming: Who wants to keep hitting a bump button all day?
  • It's not fair: Servers with super-active admins who can bump 24/7 get an advantage.
  • It creates pressure: Everyone feels they have to bump or risk falling behind.
  • It doesn't scale well: Imagine if bumping was allowed every 10 minutes. It'd be chaos, and still random.

Our system rewards servers that are genuinely active. No need to spam a bump button - just keep your community engaged and you'll get noticed. It's all about real interactions, not who can click fastest.