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How To: Login to Discord

Troubleshoot and resolve issues logging into Discord using your email or phone number

Updated over 11 months ago

Please use this step-by-step guide to help you troubleshoot and resolve issues logging into Discord using your email or phone number:

Steps to Troubleshoot Discord Login Issues

  1. Check Your Credentials:

    • Email/Phone Number: Ensure that the email address or phone number you enter is correct.

    • Password: Double-check for any typos in your password. Remember, passwords are case-sensitive.

  2. Reset Your Password:

    • Forgot Password: If you can’t remember your password, click on the “Forgot your password?” link on the login page.

    • Email/Phone Reset: Enter your email address or phone number and follow the instructions sent to you to reset your password.

  3. Check Your Internet Connection:

    • Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Try restarting your router if you’re having connectivity issues.

  4. Check Discord Status:

    • Visit the Discord Status page to ensure that there are no ongoing server issues or outages.

  5. Disable your VPN/Proxy:

    • If you are using a VPN or proxy, try disabling it and then attempt to log in again.

  6. Clear Browser/App Cache:

    • Browser: Clear your browser’s cache and cookies.

    • App: If using the Discord app, clear the app’s cache (Settings > Apps > Discord > Storage > Clear Cache).

  7. Use the Correct Login Method:

    • If you registered using Google, Facebook, or Apple, use the corresponding login method.

  8. Update Discord:

    • Ensure that you are using the latest version of the Discord app. Update if necessary.

  9. Contact Discord Support:

    • If none of the above steps work, you may need to contact Discord Support. Provide them with as much information as possible about your issue.

Detailed Steps for Common Issues

Resetting Your Password

  1. Click on “Forgot your password?”.

  2. Enter the email address or phone number associated with your account.

  3. Check your email or SMS for a password reset link.

  4. Follow the instructions in the email/SMS to reset your password.

Clearing Browser Cache

  1. Open your browser settings (typically found in the menu or three-dot icon).

  2. Navigate to “Privacy and Security” or similar.

  3. Find the option to clear browsing data.

  4. Select “Cookies and other site data” and “Cached images and files”.

  5. Click on “Clear data”.

Clearing Discord App Cache (Android)

  1. Go to your device’s “Settings”.

  2. Select “Apps & notifications”.

  3. Find and select “Discord”.

  4. Go to “Storage & cache”.

  5. Tap on “Clear cache”.

Updating the Discord App

  1. Open your app store (Google Play Store or Apple App Store).

  2. Search for “Discord”.

  3. If an update is available, you will see an “Update” button. Tap on it to update the app.

Final Tips

  • Ensure your email is verified with Discord to prevent login issues.

  • Use a strong, unique password to protect your account.

  • Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for added security.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve most login issues and regain access to your Discord account. If you continue to experience problems, contacting Discord Support directly will be the best course of action.

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