Change your password from Discord settings

Open Discord on your computer or phone and go to User Settings — click the gear icon next to your username at the bottom left of the screen. Select Account from the left menu. Under the "Password" section, click Change Password.

Discord will ask for your current password first. Type it in, then enter your new password twice to confirm you typed it correctly. Your new password should be at least 8 characters long and different from passwords you use elsewhere. Click Done when you finish.

Discord logs you out of all other devices after you change your password. You will need to sign in again on your phone, computer, or browser — this is intentional and protects you if someone else had access to your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Change your password through User Settings > Account > Change Password on any device where you are currently signed in.
  • Your new password must be at least 8 characters and should not be a password you use on other websites or apps.
  • Changing your password logs you out everywhere, so you will need to sign back in on all your devices.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the login screen instead of trying to change it from settings.
  • Two-factor authentication adds a second layer of protection beyond your password and takes less than a minute to turn on.

What to do if you forgot your current password

If you cannot sign in because you do not remember your password, you cannot change it from settings — you have to reset it instead. Go to the Discord login page and click Forgot your password? below the password field.

Enter the email address connected to your Discord account. Discord sends you a password reset link to that email. Open the link, create a new password, and you will be signed back in. This process works even if you have not used Discord in months, as long as you still have access to the email address you registered with.

Check your spam or promotions folder if you do not see the reset email within a few minutes. If the email never arrives, make sure you entered the correct email address — Discord cannot reset your password if it cannot reach you.

Why you should use a strong password

A strong password is harder for someone to guess or crack, even if they have your username. Use a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like ! or #. Avoid passwords based on your birthday, your name, or words from the dictionary — these are the first things someone trying to break in will try.

The easiest way to create a strong password you can actually remember is to use a phrase only you would know, then take the first letter of each word. For example, "My dog ate three socks in July" becomes MdAt3siJ — random-looking but memorable to you.

If you use the same password on Discord as you do on email, banking, or social media, change those too. When one website gets hacked, attackers try that same password everywhere. A password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password stores different strong passwords for each site so you only have to remember one master password.

Turn on two-factor authentication for extra protection

Two-factor authentication (often called 2FA) means Discord asks for a second proof that you are you — usually a code from your phone — when someone tries to sign in from a new device. Even if someone gets your password, they cannot access your account without that code.

To turn on 2FA, go to User Settings > Account and scroll down to Two-Factor Authentication. Click Enable. Discord shows you a QR code and a backup key. Scan the QR code with an authenticator app like Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or Authy. Save the backup key somewhere safe — you will need it if you lose your phone.

After you set it up, Discord asks for a six-digit code from your authenticator app every time you sign in on a new device. This takes about 10 seconds and stops most account takeovers cold.

What happens if your account gets hacked

If you notice someone else using your account — you see messages you did not send, or you are logged in somewhere you did not sign in — change your password when ready from any device where you are still signed in. If you are locked out completely, use the password reset link on the login page.

After you regain access, check your email address and phone number in User Settings > Account to make sure they have not been changed. If they have, change them back right away. Hackers often change these first so you cannot reset your password later.

Turn on two-factor authentication if you have not already. Report the breach to Discord by opening a support ticket at dis.gd/contact — Discord can check for unauthorized activity and help you find your account further.

Signing out of other devices remotely

If you think someone else is using your account but you cannot change your password, you can sign them out without changing anything. Go to User Settings > Account and scroll to Sessions. You see a list of every device currently signed in to your account, with the location and last active time for each one.

Click the X next to any session you do not recognize to sign that device out when ready. This does not change your password, so use it as a quick response while you decide whether to change your password or reset it entirely.

After you sign out suspicious sessions, change your password anyway. Someone who got in once might have written down your password or set up a way to get back in later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my password on the Discord mobile app?

Yes. Open the app, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, go to User Settings > Account, scroll to Password, and tap Change Password. You will need your current password and the process is identical to the desktop version.

How often should I change my password?

You do not need to change it on a schedule if you use a strong, unique password and have two-factor authentication on. Change it only if you think someone else knows it, if you used it on a website that got hacked, or if you have not changed it in over a year.

What if I get an error message when I try to change my password?

The most common error is entering your current password wrong — Discord requires the exact password you are currently using. If you are sure it is correct, try signing out completely and signing back in, then attempt the change again. If the error continues, use the password reset link instead.

Will changing my password delete my messages or servers?

No. Changing your password only changes how you sign in. All your messages, servers, friends, and settings stay exactly as they are. The only thing that changes is that you get signed out of other devices.

Can someone change my password without my permission?

Not if your email is find. To change your password from settings, they need to already be signed in to your account. To reset it, they need access to your email address. Protect your email password and turn on two-factor authentication there as well to prevent this.