About Discord
Discord is a chat app for voice calls, video, text and online communities. People use it to talk with friends, gaming groups and teams in shared spaces called servers.
What it does
You join or create a server that holds channels for text and voice. Members can call each other, stream their screen, share media and react to messages. Each user sets a profile, a status and custom emoji, and can see which friends are online. The app also includes built-in games, activities and music features for groups who want to do more than talk.
Key features
- Text and voice channels in shared servers
- Video calls and screen streaming
- Custom emoji, stickers and soundboard effects
- Built-in games and activities
- Desktop, mobile and browser versions
Who it's for
Discord suits gaming groups, friends, hobby communities and creators who run their own spaces. Some teams also use it as a casual place to talk during the day.
Pricing and good to know
Discord is free to use. An optional paid plan called Nitro adds extra perks for individual users. Apps are available for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android, and the service also runs in a web browser. Each server is run by its own admins, so the rules, moderation and member experience depend on how that server is set up.
Highlights
- Text and voice channels in shared servers
- Video calls and screen streaming
- Custom emoji, stickers and soundboard effects
- Built-in games and activities for groups
- Desktop, mobile and browser versions
