# Timeout a member

This action can be used to timeout a member from a server that the bot has access to.

## User ID

The user to be timeouted can be selected in the user field. This can be done by **user id**, **user option** or **variable**.

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## Duration

The timeout duration can be selected in this field. Variables or strings can also be used.

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## Reason

The reason for timeouting can be selected in the "Reason" field. (Able to contain variables)

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