How to Uninstall / Delete Discord on Desktop (PC), Mac and Mobile Devices [2023]

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If you're looking to remove Discord from your PC, Mac, or mobile device, you've come to the right place. Discord is a popular communication platform used by gamers and online communities worldwide. However, for various reasons, you may need to delete Discord from your device. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of deleting Discord from your PC, Mac, or mobile device step-by-step. Whether you're using Windows, Mac OS, iOS, we've got you covered. So, let's dive in and learn how to delete Discord and all its associated data from your device.

How to delete Discord on PC

Step 1: Close Discord

Before uninstalling Discord from your PC, you should make sure it's closed. To do this, right-click on the Discord icon in the system tray (bottom right corner of your screen) and select "Close Discord". If you can't find the icon, you can also close Discord from the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Esc > selecting Discord from the list of processes > right-clicking > selecting "End Task".

Step 2: Open the Control Panel

To uninstall Discord, you need to access the Control Panel. You can do this by typing "control panel" in the search bar on your taskbar and selecting the "Control Panel" app from the search results.

Step 3: Go to Programs and Features

Once you're in the Control Panel, click on the "Programs and Features" option. This will show you a list of all the programs installed on your PC.

Step 4: Select Discord

Scroll down the list of programs until you find Discord. Click on it to select it.

Step 5: Uninstall Discord

With Discord selected, click on the "Uninstall" button at the top of the list. This will open a dialog box asking you to confirm that you want to uninstall Discord.

Step 6: Confirm uninstallation

Click on the "Yes" button to confirm that you want to uninstall Discord. This will start the uninstallation process.

Step 7: Wait for uninstallation to complete

The uninstallation process may take a few minutes, depending on your PC's speed and the size of the Discord application. During this time, you may see a progress bar indicating the percentage of completion.

Step 8: Restart your PC

After the uninstallation process is complete, it's recommended that you restart your PC to ensure that any remaining Discord files or processes are fully removed.

Step 9: Verify that Discord is uninstalled

To verify that Discord has been successfully uninstalled, you can check the list of programs in the Control Panel again. If Discord is no longer on the list, it has been successfully uninstalled. Alternatively, you can also search for "Discord" in the Start menu or search bar to see if any results come up.

Note: If you encounter any errors during the uninstallation process, you may need to try again or use a third-party uninstaller tool to remove Discord completely from your PC.

How to delete Discord on Mac

Step 1: Close Discord

Before you start uninstalling Discord, make sure it's closed. To do this, click on the Discord icon in the Dock to open it, then click on the Discord menu at the top of your screen, and select "Quit Discord". Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Command+Q to quit Discord.

Step 2: Find the Discord app

Locate the Discord app in the Applications folder on your Mac. You can access the Applications folder by opening Finder, selecting "Applications" from the left sidebar, and scrolling through the list of applications until you find Discord.

Step 3: Move the Discord app to Trash

To uninstall Discord, simply drag the Discord app from the Applications folder and drop it in the Trash folder in your Dock. Alternatively, you can right-click on the Discord app and select "Move to Trash".

Step 4: Empty Trash

Once you've deleted all the Discord files and folders, open Trash by clicking on its icon in the Dock. Then click on "Empty" in the top-right corner of the window to permanently delete all the files and folders in the Trash.

Step 5: Restart your Mac

After deleting Discord and its files, it's recommended that you restart your Mac to ensure that all the files and processes associated with Discord are completely removed.

Step 6: Verify that Discord is uninstalled

To verify that Discord has been successfully uninstalled, you can search for "Discord" in Spotlight Search. If no results come up, it means that Discord has been successfully uninstalled from your Mac.

How to delete Discord on Mobile

Step 1: Locate the Discord app on your home screen

Locate the Discord app on your home screen. The Discord app icon looks like a white game controller on a purple background.

Step 2: Long press the Discord app icon

Press and hold the Discord app icon until a box appears. Then click “Remove App”

Step 3: Tap the "Delete App" on the Discord app icon

Tap the "Delete App" on the Discord app icon.

Step 4: Wait for Discord to uninstall

Wait for a few seconds while iOS uninstalls Discord from your device. Once it's done, the Discord app icon will disappear from your home screen.

Step 5: Verify that Discord is uninstalled

To verify that Discord has been successfully uninstalled, search for "Discord" in Spotlight Search. If no results come up, it means that Discord has been successfully uninstalled from your iPhone.

FAQs

Will removing Discord delete my account?

No, removing the Discord application from your device will not delete your account. To delete your account, you need to do it manually by following the account deletion process.

Will uninstalling Discord delete my messages?

No, uninstalling Discord will not delete your messages. However, if you want to delete your messages permanently, you need to do it manually before uninstalling the application.

Can I use Discord on a web browser instead of installing the application?

Yes, you can use Discord on a web browser by visiting the official website and logging in to your account.

How do I clear my Discord cache?

To clear your Discord cache, you can follow these steps:

Open Discord and go to User Settings > Appearance.

Scroll down to the "Advanced" section and click on "Reset Cache".

Confirm by clicking "Okay".

How do I update my Discord application?

To update your Discord application, you can follow these steps:

Open Discord and go to User Settings > Appearance.

Scroll down to the "Advanced" section and click on "Check for Updates".

If an update is available, click on "Update Now".

How do I disable Discord from starting up automatically?

To disable Discord from starting up automatically, you can follow these steps:

Open Discord and go to User Settings > Windows Settings.

Toggle off the "Open Discord" option under "Open Discord at Windows startup".

How do I change my Discord username?

To change your Discord username, you can follow these steps:

Open Discord and go to User Settings > My Account.

Click on the "Edit" button next to your username.

Enter your desired username and confirm by clicking "Save".

Can I use Discord without creating an account?

No, you need to create a Discord account to use the application. However, you can join a server/channel without creating an account if you have an invitation link.

How do I report a user on Discord?

To report a user on Discord, you can follow these steps:

Right-click on the user's profile and select "Report".

Select the reason for the report and provide any additional details if necessary.

Click on "Submit".