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Introduction
Discord is a popular chat and communication platform used by over 150 million users each month. It allows users to create servers for text and voice communication around specific topics and interests. While joining a Discord server can be fun and engaging, there may come a time when you want to leave a server or unsubscribe from Discord services like Nitro. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to leave a Discord server and cancel subscriptions.
Steps to Leave a Discord Server
Leaving a Discord server is quick and straightforward. Here are the steps:
On Desktop
- Launch the Discord desktop app and locate the server you want to leave in the left sidebar
- Right-click on the server icon and select “Leave Server” from the dropdown menu
- A confirmation prompt will appear. Select “Leave Server” again to confirm and leave the server
On Mobile
- Open the Discord mobile app and navigate to the server you want to leave
- Tap on the three dot menu icon next to the server name
- Select “Leave Server”
- Confirm again by tapping “Yes” on the prompt
Once you leave a server, it disappears from your server list immediately. You won’t be able to view any messages or participate in that community anymore.
How to Unsubscribe from Discord Nitro
Discord Nitro is a premium subscription that unlocks additional features like custom emojis, animated avatars, larger file uploads, and a Nitro profile badge. Here is how to cancel it:
On Desktop
- Click on the settings gear icon next to your username
- Go to “Subscriptions”
- Locate Discord Nitro and click “Cancel Subscription”
- Select “Continue” and then “Confirm” to complete cancellation
On Mobile
- Tap your profile icon
- Go to settings and select “Subscriptions”
- Tap “Cancel Subscription” next to Discord Nitro
- Confirm cancellation on the prompts
Cancellation is effective immediately, and you lose access to all Nitro features. However, you retain any custom emojis you’ve already uploaded.
Unsubscribing from Server Boosts
Server boosts are monthly subscriptions you can purchase to support specific Discord servers you are a part of. To cancel them:
On Desktop
- Go to User Settings > Subscriptions
- Locate the server boost entry and press “Cancel Subscription”
- Confirm cancellation on the prompt
On Mobile
- Tap your profile icon
- Go to settings > Subscriptions
- Tap “Cancel Subscription” next to the server boost
- Confirm cancellation
When you unsubscribe, the server loses the benefits of your boost like extra emojis slots or higher quality video streaming.
Leaving a Server You Own
If you own a Discord server but no longer wish to maintain it, you cannot directly leave it since you are the owner. However, you have two options:
Delete the Server
- Go to Server Settings
- Scroll down and select “Delete Server”
- Confirm deletion on the prompt
Deleting the server removes it completely along with all channels and messages. Members will no longer have access.
Transfer Ownership
- Go to Server Settings > Roles
- Select an active admin/mod and enable the “Server Owner” permission
- Have them accept ownership in the prompt
Once ownership transfers, the new owner has full control. You can then leave the server normally through the steps outlined earlier.
Additional Tips
- If you don’t want to leave a server permanently but take a break, you can collapse it to hide from the channel list
- Servers you have left can be rejoined anytime via invite links
- Cancel all active subscriptions and boosts before deleting your Discord account
Conclusion
Discord servers are easy to join but can also be left seamlessly when needed. Unsubscribing from Nitro or server boosts instantly downsgrades your access. Just be careful when deleting or transferring ownership of servers you own as it is permanent. With these steps, you can cleanly exit any Discord server or subscription.
