Youths (under 18)
Staying Safe on Discord
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Discord is a platform where you can chat with friends and join communities based on your interests, such as gaming. It is a fun way to explore shared interests, but messages and interactions can sometimes feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Knowing how to adjust your settings can help you stay safe online.
How can interactions on Discord affect you?
Conversations on Discord happen in servers, group chats or private messages.
Even though Discord has safety settings for younger users, you may still encounter:
Harassment or abusive behaviour
Inappropriate conversations
Radical or extremist content
Because interactions can be anonymous, it may feel more difficult to deal with situations like harassment or unsafe behaviour. If you find yourself in such a situation, then it may be time to pause and adjust your settings to protect yourself.
What are Discord’s default protections for younger users?
The minimum age to create a Discord account in Singapore is 13 years old. Some privacy and safety settings are turned on by default to give younger users aged 13 to 17 extra protection.
Settings to limit interactions with strangers
A warning prompt appears when you get a friend request from someone you may not know
Direct messages from non-friends go to a separate folder
You cannot peak on stage in servers
Filters to reduce inappropriate content
Content settings are set to “Keep Me Safe” to blur sensitive media
You do not have access to age-restricted channels, servers and app commands
“Family Centre”
Your parents can link their accounts to yours in “Family Centre” to support your safety
How can you further protect yourself on Discord?
Even with these protections in place, you may still want more control over what you see and who can interact with you.
Choose what you see
Mute channels and leave servers that do not make you feel good
Control who can interact with you
Review the personal data visible on your account
Choose who can send you friend requests or message you
What else can you do when something does not feel right?
Sometimes, certain content or interactions may cause discomfort and make you feel unsafe.
When that happens, remember:
You do not have to respond or explain yourself
Saving screenshots or links can help if you want to report harmful behaviour
Blocking or reporting is okay
Talking to a trusted adult, such as a parent, teacher or counsellor, can help you figure out next steps
Getting support early can prevent things from getting worse
Where can you learn more about Discord safety tools?
Visit these resources to find out more about staying safe on Discord:
Discord Help Centre: Find out more about Discord’s features, managing your account and protecting your privacy
Discord Safety Library: Explore tools and resources to navigate Discord safely
You can also explore other online safety resources on our website for more advice on staying safe online.