Discord Age Requirements: What You Need to Know
Discord has a minimum age requirement for creating an account. This guide explains the rules, why they exist, and what they mean for users and server owners.
The Minimum Age
Discord requires users to be at least 13 years old.
This is the baseline set by Discord's Terms of Service and is required by US law (the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, or COPPA).
Regional Variations
Depending on where you live, the minimum age may be higher:
| Region | Minimum Age | |---|---| | United States | 13 | | European Union (GDPR) | 16 (varies by country, some 13) | | United Kingdom | 13 | | South Korea | 14 | | Brazil | 13 |
Always check your local laws, as some countries have set the age of digital consent higher than 13.
Why the Age Limit Exists
COPPA prohibits companies from collecting personal data from children under 13 without explicit parental consent. Discord, like most social platforms, doesn't verify age at signup — but they enforce this policy when violations are discovered.
What Happens If an Underage User Is Found
- Their account is permanently disabled and their data deleted
- This cannot be reversed until the user turns 13 and creates a new account
- Server owners who knowingly allow underage users in NSFW channels may face server removal
Advice for Server Owners
If you suspect a member is underage:
- Do not allow them in adult-content channels
- If confirmed underage per Discord's ToS, remove them from the server
- Document that you took action if questions arise later
Is Discord Safe for 13–17 Year Olds?
Discord can be safe for teens with proper oversight:
- Encourage teens to join servers with active moderation
- Make sure they use the privacy settings to limit DMs from strangers
- Use Discord's Family Center (if available) to monitor teen activity
For a curated list of well-moderated, family-friendly communities, visit Discords.ai and filter by safe-for-all categories.