Discord

Discord: it’s not just for games. It is a comfortable place to communicate

If you think Discord is just for gamers with headphones on and playing all night, it’s time to take a fresh look. Today, the app is used for everything from work conversations to book clubs, online family gatherings, and study sessions with tutors.

Does that sound unexpected? Well, it is.

What is Discord – brief and simple

Discord is a free app (works on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and right in your browser) where you can create servers to communicate.

Each server is like a group with channels: text, voice, and even with video. Want to discuss movies? Make a #netflix channel. Need a place to work? Create a voice channel and call each other when you need to.

There are also private messages (DMs) for one-on-one conversations. There are also group chats, if you are chatting with a group.

Servers, channels and other features

Imagine that the server is like your online home. The rooms are channels. You can do things in each one: chat, make calls, share files.

There are also roles that help you keep order. For example, who can write, who can just read. And permissions keep things from getting messy.

Bots are assistants that do everything themselves

Many people think that bots are complicated. In fact, they are very useful. They welcome new people, play music, delete spam and even entertain with games.

Adding a bot is a matter of a couple of clicks. It all works through the Discord API and integrations if you want to customize everything.

What is Nitro and why do you need it?

If you already like Discord, sooner or later you’ll notice Discord Nitro. It’s a paid subscription with which you can do more: upload cool emoji, include better videos, decorate your profile.

But you don’t have to pay. Most people are fine with the regular version. Nitro is just a bonus, not an obligation.

Something went wrong?

Sometimes the equipment goes haywire. The microphone won’t turn on. Or the server won’t load. Or you don’t know how to create a Discord server.

Don’t panic. There’s Discord support, and it helps. And there are tons of guides, videos and friendly users who will always help.

Who is Discord suitable for?

The simple answer is almost all of them:

• Gamers – classic.
• Freelancers and remote workers – for calls and communicating with the team.
• Students – study together and just socialize.
• Families – especially if they live in different cities.
• Hobby groups, podcasters, musicians** – get together based on interests.

In the end

Discord is not just about features. It’s about communication. It’s easy to get started, and you can do more if you want to. It is clear, flexible, and, most importantly, alive.

Check it out and see if it’s exactly what you’ve been missing.