Finding and Joining a Clan
To join a clan in Clash Royale, open the game and tap the Clans button at the bottom of your home screen. You'll see a list of open clans sorted by trophy count, member count, and clan level. Tap any clan to see its description, member list, trophy requirements, and donation rules. If the clan accepts new members, a Join button appears — tap it to send a request to the clan leader.
Some clans are open to anyone and accept you when ready. Others require the clan leader or co-leaders to approve your request first, which usually takes a few minutes to a few hours. A few clans are closed entirely and don't accept new members at all — you'll see "Invite Only" instead of a Join button for those.
You can also search for specific clans by name if someone invites you to theirs. Tap the search icon at the top of the Clans screen, type the clan name, and tap the result to view it and request to join.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Clans tab from your home screen and browse clans by trophy requirement, size, and level to find one that matches your cards and play style.
- Some clans accept you when ready when you tap Join, while others require a leader to approve your request within a few hours.
- You can search for a specific clan by name if a friend invites you to theirs.
- Once you join, you can donate cards to teammates and request cards you need to upgrade your deck.
- You can leave a clan at any time by tapping the clan name and selecting Leave, though some clans may ask you to stay for clan wars.
Understanding Clan Requirements and Trophies
Each clan sets a minimum trophy count you must have to join. Your trophy count is the total you've earned across all your cards — you can see it on your profile. If a clan requires 4,000 trophies and you have 3,500, you won't be able to join that clan until you win more matches and reach 4,000.
Trophy requirements exist because they roughly match your card levels to the clan's average strength. A clan with a 6,000-trophy requirement will have players with higher-level cards who can help you with harder matchups. A clan with no trophy requirement accepts anyone, which is useful when you're starting out but may mean less experienced players to learn from.
If you're blocked by a trophy requirement, you have two options: keep playing ladder matches to earn more trophies, or search for a different clan with a lower requirement. Many clans have no minimum at all.
What Happens After You Join
Once you're in a clan, you can donate cards to other members and request cards you need. Tap the Donate button to send cards you have duplicates of to teammates. Tap the Request button to ask for a specific card — other members can donate to you if they have it. Donations help you upgrade cards faster and let you test cards before you commit gold to leveling them.
Your clan also participates in Clan Wars, a weekly tournament where your clan competes against others. You don't have to join every war, but active participation helps your clan earn rewards. Wars run for several days and include both a building phase (where you prepare your deck) and a battle phase (where you fight other clans' members).
You'll also see a clan chat where members talk strategy, coordinate donations, and plan for wars. Chat is optional, but it's where you'll learn the clan's culture and meet your teammates.
Leaving a Clan and Finding a Better Fit
If a clan isn't working for you — whether the members don't donate, the leader is inactive, or you want a more competitive environment — you can leave at any time. Tap your clan name at the top of the screen, scroll down, and tap Leave Clan. You'll be removed when ready and can join a different clan right away.
Some clans ask members to stay for at least one clan war before leaving, but this is a courtesy, not a rule. You're never locked in. If you leave mid-war, your clan loses your participation for that war, so try to time your exit between wars if possible.
After you leave, you can join a new clan the same way you joined the first one — browse the list, find one that fits your trophy count and play style, and tap Join.
Finding a Clan That Matches Your Goals
Clans vary widely in how serious they are. Some are casual groups of friends who play together and chat about the game. Others are competitive and expect members to participate in every war and donate regularly. Before you join, read the clan description to understand what they're looking for.
If you want to improve quickly, look for clans with high trophy requirements and active members — they'll have better strategies to share. If you're new or playing casually, a clan with no trophy requirement and a relaxed atmosphere will be more welcoming. If you care about clan wars, check the clan's war record (visible on the clan page) to see how often they win.
The clan description often tells you what the leader expects. Phrases like "active members only" or "war participation required" mean they take it seriously. Descriptions like "chill vibes" or "all levels welcome" signal a more relaxed group.
Troubleshooting Common Clan Problems
If your Join request isn't being accepted after several hours, the clan leader may be inactive or the clan may have filled up. Try leaving a message in the clan chat (if you can see it) or search for a different clan. Some leaders take days to check requests, so patience helps, but there are always other clans recruiting.
If you join a clan and can't see the Donate or Request buttons, your clan may have disabled donations temporarily or you may not have the right cards to donate yet. Check the clan settings or ask a leader in chat. If you're being kicked out repeatedly, the clan may have an inactivity rule — make sure you're playing at least a few times per week.
If you're in a clan but feel like you're not getting donations when you request, it may mean the clan doesn't have the cards you need or members aren't checking requests often. A more active clan will respond faster. Don't hesitate to leave and find one that's a better match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be in more than one clan at a time?
No, you can only be a member of one clan. You must leave your current clan before joining a new one. There's no waiting period between leaving and joining — you can switch clans when ready if needed.
What if a clan leader kicks me out?
Leaders and co-leaders can remove members for inactivity, rule-breaking, or to make room for friends. If you're kicked, you'll see a notification and can join a different clan right away. Some clans have rules posted in the description, so read them before joining to avoid being removed.
Do I lose my cards or progress if I leave a clan?
No, your cards, trophies, and account progress stay with you. Leaving a clan only removes you from that group — it doesn't affect your deck, your level, or anything else in your account. You keep any cards you've already received from donations.
How often do clans go to war?
Clan Wars happen weekly and run for several days. Your clan automatically enters each week, but you choose whether to participate in each individual war. You don't have to join every war, though active clans expect regular participation from their members.
What's the difference between a clan and a team?
In Clash Royale, clans and teams are the same thing — the game uses both terms interchangeably. When you join a clan, you're joining a team of players who can donate cards to you and compete together in clan wars.