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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.
Click the gear icon in the bottom left to open “User Settings.”
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Go to “My Account” and click “Edit” next to your username.
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Click “Change password?”
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Enter your current and new passwords and press “Save.”
Your password has been changed. You should also 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 from Discord’s website.
Changing your password on mobile
Open the Discord app.
Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
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Go to “Account” on iOS or “My account” on Android.
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Tap “Password” on iOS or “Change password” on Android.
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Enter your current and new passwords.
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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 on desktop
Open the Discord app.
Enter your email address or the phone number linked to your account and click “Forgot your password?”
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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.
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The same steps apply when you reset your password from Discord’s website.
Resetting your password on mobile
Open the Discord app.
Tap “Login.”
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Tap “Forgot your password?”
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Enter your email and tap “OK.”
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You will get a notification about the sent email. Open the email, click “Reset password,” and follow the instructions provided.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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?
Frequently asked questions
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.