Having a good password manager can prevent the inconvenience of losing your Discord password. However, recovering your password is straightforward if you find yourself in this predicament. To help you swiftly regain access and reconnect with your Discord community, follow this step-by-step guide on resetting your Discord password.
Resetting Discord password on desktop and mobile:
If you have 2FA enabled, you will be prompted to enter your code before resetting your password.
- Head to the Discord login page: open your browser and navigate to the Discord login page. This step applies to both desktop and mobile browsers.
- Click on “Forgot your password?” This link is located beneath the login fields on both platforms.
- Enter your email address or phone number: choose the option that best suits you. Ensure it matches the one linked to your Discord account.
- Click “Send” or “Next.” Discord will send a password reset link or verification code.
If you are resetting your Discord password using email:
- Check your inbox for an email from Discord titled “Reset Your Password.”
- Open the Email and click the “Reset Password” button.
- Please create a new, strong password and confirm it.
- You’re all set! Log back into Discord with your new password.
If You are resetting your Discord password using a mobile number:
- You’ll receive a 6-digit verification code via SMS.
- Enter the code on the verification page.
- Please create a new password and confirm it.
- Welcome back! Log in with your new password.
Additional tips to consider if you forgot your Discord password:
- Double-check your email address or phone number for accuracy.
- If you don’t receive the reset email, check your spam folder.
Top tips on how to keep your Discord password safe:
- Change your Discord password regularly and set complex secure passwords.
- Never share your Discord password with anyone.
- Be wary of phishing attempts. Discord will never ask for your password via Email or other means.
- If you still need to do so, consider enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for extra security. This adds an extra layer of protection by requiring a code from your phone in addition to your password.
- Use password managers like RoboForm to generate and store strong, unique passwords for all your accounts. A password manager is a great way to ensure you use solid passwords without remembering them. RoboForm’s’ zero-knowledge architecture provides the highest degree of protection for your accounts and comes in various packages for business and personal use.
What should I do if I can’t access the email or phone number linked to my Discord account?
- Email support: contact Discord’s support team by visiting their official support website and submitting a request. Explain your situation in detail, including why you can no longer access your Email or phone number. Provide as much identifying information as possible to prove ownership of the account, such as your username, the date you created your account, and details about some of your recent activities or conversations on Discord.
- Account recovery form: Discord might have an account recovery form or process that you can use. Look for this option on their support page. This form may ask for information only the account owner would know.
- Secondary email: if you have set up a secondary email for your Discord account, try using that to recover your account.
- Friends or server connections: if you are part of any Discord servers, ask friends or server admins if they can provide any information about your account that might help prove your ownership. They cannot help you recover the account directly, but their information might support your claim.
- Identity verification: be prepared to verify your identity. Discord may ask for ID verification to prove you own the account, especially if other recovery options are unavailable.
- Future prevention: once you regain access, consider updating your account recovery settings to prevent similar situations. Add a new email or phone number that you currently have access to.
By following these simple steps and keeping security in mind, you’ll maintain access to your Discord communities easily and securely!
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