
Discord
freemiumGive communities a shared home for text, voice and video.
Available on
- Web-basedBrowser access
- WindowsDesktop app
- macOSDesktop app
- LinuxDesktop app
- App StoreiPhone & iPad
- Google PlayAndroid
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What is Discord?
Discord is a communication app for communities, friend groups and gaming conversations. A server gives a group an ongoing home, with channels separating topics and voice rooms allowing people to drop into a conversation. Roles and permissions help larger communities organize participation, while direct messages cover smaller discussions.
It suits groups that value ongoing social presence and live conversation. Establish channel names, moderation rules and a manageable notification setup early. Nitro is an individual subscription for extra capabilities and personalization; buying it should not be confused with supplying every server member with the same benefits.
- Free plan
- Available
- Paid plans from
- $2.99per month · US web price
What stands out
- Core community chat, voice and video are available without a subscription.
- Persistent voice channels support informal drop-in conversations.
- Desktop, mobile and web access make it available across common devices.
Plan limits
- Large servers need active moderation and clear channel organization.
- Upload and streaming limits depend on the subscription.
- Individual Nitro benefits and server boosts are distinct purchases and entitlements.
Discord features
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Core workflow
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Servers and channels
Organize a community into text and voice channels, with roles and permissions controlling participation.
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Voice, video and screen sharing
Talk, join video conversations and share a screen or game with friends and community members.
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Control and collaboration
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Community coordination
Use server structure, moderation tools and app integrations to support an ongoing group.
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Optional Nitro upgrades
Nitro Basic adds larger uploads and customization. Nitro further expands uploads, streaming and profile features and includes server boosts.
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Plans & pricing
US web subscription rates: Nitro Basic $2.99 monthly or $29.99 yearly; Nitro $9.99 monthly or $99.99 yearly. Regional and mobile-store prices can differ. Core Discord remains free; additional server boosts are separate.
Prices in USD
Discord
Text, voice and video communication.
$0
core app
- Servers and channels
- Direct messages
- Screen sharing
Nitro Basic
Additional customization and uploads.
$2.99
per month · US web price
- 50 MB uploads
- Custom emoji across servers
Nitro
Expanded media and profile features.
$9.99
per month · US web price
- 1 GB uploads
- HD streaming
- 2 server boosts
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View official pricingDiscord FAQs
Do I need Nitro to use Discord?
No. Core text, voice and video communication is free. Nitro subscriptions add optional capabilities.
Official product information Does Nitro upgrade everyone in my server?
No. Nitro is an individual subscription. Server boosts provide separate server-level benefits.
Official pricing Can I use Discord without installing it?
Yes. Discord has a browser version as well as Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
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How we review software- Product overviewChecked Oct 14, 2026
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- US Nitro subscription ratesChecked Oct 14, 2026
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