Discord lets you change your birthdate in account settings, but the process depends on whether you set one when you created your account
If you entered a birthdate when you signed up for Discord, you can update it through your user settings. Open Discord, click your username in the bottom left, select User Settings, then go to Account. You will see a Date of Birth field showing your current date. Click on it to edit.
Discord will ask you to re-enter your password before letting you change the date. Type your password, then enter your new birthdate using the dropdown menus for month, day, and year. Click Save Changes when you are done. The change takes effect immediately.
If you never set a birthdate during signup, you can add one the same way: go to User Settings, select Account, and fill in the Date of Birth field for the first time. Discord requires a birthdate on file for all accounts, so you cannot leave this field blank.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your birthdate by opening User Settings, clicking Account, and editing the Date of Birth field.
- Discord will ask you to enter your password before confirming any birthdate change.
- The new birthdate takes effect right away and affects which servers and content you can see based on age restrictions.
- If you never added a birthdate during signup, you can add one now using the same Account settings page.
Why Discord asks for your birthdate
Discord uses your birthdate to enforce age restrictions on servers and content. Some servers are marked as age-restricted and only visible to users who have entered a birthdate showing they are 18 or older. Changing your birthdate changes which servers appear in your server list and which you can join.
Your birthdate is also used if you report content or are reported to Discord. The platform uses age information to determine which policies apply to your account and what kind of moderation action is appropriate. Discord also uses birthdate data to comply with laws that protect younger users online, such as the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act in the United States.
What happens when you change your birthdate
When you update your birthdate, Discord recalculates your age immediately. If your new birthdate makes you 18 or older, age-restricted servers will become visible in your server list. If your new birthdate makes you under 18, age-restricted servers will disappear from your list and you will be removed from any age-restricted servers you were already in.
You keep all your other account settings, friends, and messages. Changing your birthdate does not affect your username, profile picture, or any servers that do not have age restrictions. Your direct message history with friends remains intact, and you will still see notifications from people you follow.
Changing your birthdate on mobile
The process is the same on the Discord mobile app for both iPhone and Android. Open the app, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, tap User Settings, then tap Account. Scroll down to Date of Birth and tap it to edit. Enter your password when prompted, then use the date picker to select your new birthdate. Tap Save or Done depending on your device.
Make sure you are connected to the internet when you change your birthdate. The change will not save if your connection drops during the process. If the app closes before you finish, you will need to start over from the Date of Birth field.
If you cannot find the Date of Birth field
Some older Discord accounts created before the birthdate requirement was added may not have a Date of Birth field visible. If you do not see it in your Account settings, try logging out completely and logging back in. This refreshes your account settings and usually makes the field appear.
If the field still does not show up after logging out and back in, contact Discord Support through the Help Center at support.discord.com. You will need to provide your account email and username. Discord staff can manually add or update your birthdate on file. Response times typically range from one to three business days depending on support volume.
Troubleshooting common issues when changing your birthdate
If you see an error message saying "Invalid date" or "Date cannot be in the future," check that you entered the correct year. Discord will reject any birthdate that is in the future or that would make you older than 120 years old. Make sure the month and day are also valid—for example, February 30 does not exist.
If Discord says your password is incorrect when you try to change your birthdate, make sure Caps Lock is off and that you are typing your password exactly as you set it. If you have changed your password recently, use the most current one. If you still cannot log in, use the password reset link on the Discord login page to create a new password.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my birthdate more than once?
Yes, you can change your birthdate as many times as you want. Discord does not limit how often you update it. Each time you change it, your age status recalculates and your server access updates accordingly.
What if I forgot my password and cannot change my birthdate?
Use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Discord login page to reset it. You will receive an email with a reset link. Once you set a new password, you can log back in and change your birthdate normally.
Does changing my birthdate affect my friends or messages?
No. Your friends will not be notified that you changed your birthdate, and all your messages and conversation history stay the same. Only your access to age-restricted servers changes.
Can Discord staff see my birthdate?
Discord staff can see your birthdate if they review your account during a report investigation or if you contact support. Your birthdate is not visible to other users on your profile.
Will I lose my account if I change my birthdate?
No. Changing your birthdate does not delete your account or any of your data. Your account remains active, and you keep your username, friends list, and all your servers except age-restricted ones you no longer meet the age requirement for.