How to report someone on Discord
Ensure a safer environment with these steps
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Discord is a hub for communities and friends to gather, chat, and share experiences, but if interactions violate community guidelines, you’ll need to know how to report someone on Discord. Harassment, spam, or inappropriate content — flagging such violations ensures Discord remains a safe space for everyone.
Reporting a user on Discord is straightforward, and we outline the steps in this guide. Additionally, for those seeking a more secure digital experience, we’ve rounded up thebest VPN services.
Tools and requirements
Steps for how to report someone on Discord using a web browser
Step by step guide to report someone on Discord on desktop
In the steps below, we use the Discord web app, but the process is the same on the Discord desktop app.
1. Log in and identify the user to report
Afterlogging intoDiscord.com,find the useryou wish to report. You’ll find them in your direct messages or a server/channel.
Right-clicktheirusernameordisplay iconandclick ‘Profile’.
2. Click Report User Profile
Clickthethree vertical dotsbesideSend Message(if you’re friends) or beside ‘Send Friend Request’(if you’re not friends).
Click ‘Report User Profile’in the dropdown.
3. View the selected user and click Next
After confirming the selected user,click Next.
4. Select what you’re reporting
Selectwhat you’re reporting (Theirphoto,name, ortext descriptors), andclick Next.
5. Select a description of the problem
Selectthe option that accurately depicts the problem (‘This is annoying’,‘This is spam’,‘This makes me feel unsafe’, or ‘This is inappropriate’).
6. Click Submit Report
After reviewing the brief report summary,click ‘Submit Report’.
Steps for how to report someone on Discord using a smartphone
Step by step guide to report someone on Discord using a smartphone
We’ve used an iPhone to describe the steps below, but the process is similar on Android devices.
1. Launch Discord and identify the user to report
OpentheDiscordapp and identify the user to report (in theMessagesorServerstab).
If the user is in yourMessagestab,long-presstheirusernameto bring up additional details andtap ‘Profile’.
If the user is in yourServerstab,taptheirusernamefor additional details.
2. Report User Profile > Next
Tapthethree horizontal dotsat the top right corner and thentap ‘Report User Profile’.
After confirming the selected user,tap Next.
3. Select what you’re reporting
Choosewhat you’re reporting (Their photo,name, ortext descriptors), andtap Next.
4. Select a description of the problem
Tapthe option that precisely describes the issue (‘This is annoying’,‘This is spam’,‘This makes me feel unsafe’, or ‘This is inappropriate’).
5. Tap Submit Report
After reviewing the report summary,tap ‘Submit Report’.
Final Thoughts
By reporting inappropriate profiles on Discord, you contribute to the platform’s community and ensure it remains safe. But keep in mind that although reporting is anonymous, Discord takes these reports seriously to maintain its community standards.
For further guidance on making the most of Discord, consider our articles onhow to start using Discord as a beginner,how to change your Discord password or reset it, andhow to make a user an admin on your Discord server.
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Nikshep Myle is a freelance writer covering tech, health, and wellbeing. He has written for popular tech blogs like Tom’s Guide, GadgetReview, SlashGear, and Creative Bloq, and has extensively reviewed consumer gadgets. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him meditating, gaming, discovering new music, and indulging in adventurous and creative pursuits.
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