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How To Search and Find Someone by Username on Discord Platform

Discord is a popular communication platform that allows users to interact via text, voice, and video. With millions of users, Discord can seem daunting when trying to search for a specific person. Luckily, Discord provides some simple ways to find users if you know their username.

Searching Within a Server

If you and the user you are searching for are members of the same Discord server, searching for them is straightforward. Here are the steps:

  • Open the server where you think the user is a member
  • Click on the server name at the top left to open the server’s member list
  • Type the user’s username into the search bar. This will filter the member list to matching results
  • Click on the username in the filtered member list to open their profile card
  • From the profile card you can send them a direct message or view their shared servers/mutual friends

This method allows you to easily search users within servers you share membership in. However, if you don’t share a server, you’ll need to use a different method.

Searching All of Discord

If you don’t share a server with the user, you can still try searching all of Discord using their username:

  • Open your Direct Messages list
  • Click the “+” icon to open the “Add a Friend” menu
  • Type the full username and discriminator into the field (e.g. UserName#1234)
  • Click the matching result to send a friend request if found

Note: This search queries all of Discord for an exact username + discriminator match. The discriminator is the 4-digit number after every username. You need to enter it exactly right for the search to work.

If you only know part of their username, this search method may not be helpful. Keep reading for other options.

Using Mutual Servers to Search

If you have friends in common on Discord, you can leverage this to aid your search:

  • Open your friend list and browse your friends’ profiles
  • Check each friend’s “Mutual Servers” section
  • If you find the user listed there, you can now find them in the shared server’s member list

This allows you to use your network of shared servers/friends to locate someone you don’t know directly. It does require actively browsing profiles though.

Searching User IDs

Every Discord user account has a unique 18-digit ID number assigned. If you happen to know this ID for the user you are searching for, you can search it directly:

  • Open your Direct Messages list
  • Click the “+” icon to open the “Add a Friend” menu
  • Paste the 18-digit user ID into the field
  • Click enter and it will find the matching user account

User IDs aren’t easy to find or share for most though. This method only works if you already have the ID handy.

Using Third-Party Lookup Tools

There are some third-party Discord lookup tools and bots you can use as well:

  • DiscordServers.com – Allows searching by full username and discriminator
  • Discord.id – Finds user accounts by ID if you have it
  • Discord Bots – Some bots have lookup commands using partial names

These services can supplement Discord’s built-in search when needed. Be aware they vary in accuracy though.

Tips for Successful Searching

Here are some top tips for searching Discord:

  • Know the Full Username – Having the user’s exact name and discriminator is key for effective searching
  • Share Servers – Being in the same communities makes checking mutual friends/servers possible
  • Lookup Tools – Third-party tools can assist when built-in search fails but vary in accuracy
  • Ask Around – Leverage your shared connections by asking if anyone knows the user you’re seeking
  • Confirm Identities – Double check any user found is who you expected to avoid confusion

With millions of users, searching Discord can be hit-or-miss. Following these tips will help narrow things down when trying to find someone specific.

What To Do If You Can’t Find Someone

If the above search methods fail to find the user you were seeking, there are a few options:

  • Ask mutual connections if they know the user’s updated username
  • Check if the user closed their account or changed usernames
  • Use social media/other contacts to confirm their current Discord identity
  • Accept you may not be able to connect on Discord at this time

Dead-ends happen on Discord when searching occasionally. Don’t get discouraged though. With some additional help from friends or updating contacts, you may be able to find them again.

Conclusion

Searching for a specific person on Discord can be tricky but is definitely possible in most cases. By leveraging server member lists, mutual friends, third-party tools, and ID numbers, you can usually track someone down. Stay persistent and utilize all search options at your disposal if needed.

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