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Are you worried that someone figured out your Discord password and that your account might be in danger? Or perhaps you just want to update your Discord password for good measure? Either way, we've got you covered. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to change or reset your Discord password, so you can keep your chats and personal information safe from prying eyes.
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Why change a Discord password?
You might need to perform a Discord password reset for various reasons. We recommend changing your password if you suspect that someone hacked your account, found out your login details, or leaked them. Also, it is a good practice to change your password from time to time and use strong passwords to reduce the chances of hackers or snoopers.
Using a password manager like NordPass not only helps you generate passwords that are extremely difficult to crack but also ensures that you don't forget your passwords ever again.
How to change a Discord password
You can change your Discord password in the following ways:
Changing your password on the desktop
Open the Discord app.
Next to your Discord, tap the gear icon to access your User Settings.
Go to My Account and click Change Password.
Enter your current password and the password you want to change it to, and click Save.
Your password has been changed. You should receive an email from Discord notifying you about this change. In case you received such an email but did not change your password, contact Discord support immediately.
You should follow the same steps when changing your password on the Discord website.
Changing your password on mobile
Open the Discord app.
Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
Under the Account Settings, tap Account.
Now select Password.
Enter your current and new passwords.
Tap Change Password.
Your password has been changed. You should also receive an email from Discord notifying you about this change.
Just make sure you use strong passwords once you change them. You can use NordPass for storing your complex and safe passwords.
What should I do if I forgot my Discord password?
In case you forgot your Discord password, follow these steps:
Resetting your password
Open the Discord app or visit https://discord.com/login.
Enter the email address associated with your Discord account and click Forgot your password?
Discord will then send you an email with instructions.
Open the email, click Reset password, and follow the instructions provided. Again, report to the Discord support team in case you received such an email but do not remember requesting a password reset.
The same steps apply when you reset your password from Discord’s website.
Please note that if you can no longer access that email account, you won’t be able to reset your password. In this case, you have to create a new account with a different email address. Or you can change your email address by doing the steps explained below.
Try passkeys
Discord, like so many other online platforms these days, embraces passkeys and security keys—the latest authentication technology set to replace passwords once and for all. Passkeys are encrypted digital credentials you create using biometrics or your device’s screen lock. The great thing about passkeys is the fact that they eliminate the need for a username and a password; instead, with the help of passkeys, you can sign up and access online platforms and services the same way you unlock your phone—via biometrics or a device pin. It’s quick, easy, and way more secure.
Here’s a quick rundown of how you can set up passkey authentication for your Discord account:
Set up passkeys on your mobile device
Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
Select the gear icon in the top-right corner.
Tap Account and select Security Keys.
Now select Add. You might be asked to confirm your password or complete an MFA challenge.
Your device will ask you to save the passkey with a password manager.
As soon as you finish registering your key, you can choose a name for it.
Tap Finish.
You’re all done!
Set up passkeys on your desktop device
Select the gear icon next to your username.
To set up a Security Key, select Register a Security Key and follow the prompts to reauthenticate.
Now select Let’s go. You’ll be prompted by your operating system, if supported, to enroll a passkey.
Make sure to download and store backup codes. If you lose these, Discord can’t help you get back into your account.
You’re all done!
How to change your email address
Changing your email on desktop
Open the Discord app.
Click the gear icon in the bottom left.
Go to My Account and click Edit next to your account's current email address.
In the email field, enter the email address you wish to use. Also, enter your current password below. Press Done.
Then you will receive an email from Discord asking to verify your account. Open it, click Verify email, and you will be able to use Discord with your new email.
Changing your email on mobile
Open the Discord app.
Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
Choose Account on iOS or My account on Android.
Press the Email option.
Enter your preferred email address and password to confirm the changes.
You will get an email to verify your account. Open it and tap Verify email.
Then you will be able to use Discord with your new email. You can also do this by tapping Verify account on the red-strip in the app.
Keep your passwords safe with NordPass
Given the sheer number of online accounts and services we all use, it's no surprise that some people forget their passwords or resort to using the same password for multiple accounts despite the security risks involved. Luckily, NordPass provides a solution.
NordPass is an encrypted password manager designed to securely store and manage all your passwords, passkeys, credit card details, and personal information in one central location. Additionally, it can generate strong passwords for you, alleviating the need to create new passwords manually every time you sign up for a new account.
NordPass seamlessly syncs across all your devices, ensuring hassle-free access to your accounts. Plus, it also checks if your data has been compromised in a breach. That’s right!
So, why not give NordPass a try today and discover how it can simplify your digital life?
FAQ
From what we have learned, almost all password reset procedures on Discord require you to use your email to reset the password. Even if you go to the Discord Support Center and submit a request to recover your password or account, the support center team will still contact you via email.
The only way to reset your password without email is by using your phone number. To do so, you need to:
Go to the Discord login page and click on Forgot your password?
Enter your phone number and choose Continue.
Use the verification code sent to your phone to authenticate.
Reset your password.
To regain access to your Discord account without relying on your email or password, you have two options: reset the password using your phone number as explained earlier, or reach out to the Discord Support Center by submitting a request labeled "Help & Support."
Absolutely! Using a password manager for Discord is a smart move to keep your account secure. Password managers help generate strong, unique passwords for each account, including Discord, and securely store your credentials in an encrypted vault — to which only you have access. Plus, you can use a password manager to autofill your login credentials for Discord, making it super easy to log in securely without having to remember or manually type in your password.
When creating or changing a password for your Discord account, the platform requires you to have a password that at minimum is 8 characters long. The platform does not outline any other specific requirements; however, at NordPass we highly recommend using passwords that are completely unique and use a healthy mix of upper and lowercase letters, as well as special symbols.
Once you change or reset your Discord passwords, you will be automatically logged out of all other devices. After, you will need to use your new passwords to access your Discord account again.