How to get an active developer badge on Discord

The Active Developer badge is a sign of recognition for creators of apps that you can use on the Discord platform. Once you earn the badge, it will appear next to your profile to indicate your distinguished status. Other users will know to turn to you if they need advice from a trusted developer or creator. However, Discord’s badge awarding system can seem a little confusing at times.

In this article, you will learn how to get and claim the Developer badge for your Discord profile.

How to get the developer badge in Discord

If you’re a developer and want everyone to know by looking at your profile, you first need to make sure you’re eligible. Discord users are eligible if they have at least one active verified or unverified app. The platform only considers the application as “active” if you have used it through a command in the last 30 days.

As long as you meet the above requirements, you will be able to claim the badge. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open Google and enter the “Discord Developer Portal” and then click on the “Applications” option in the main menu on the left side of the screen.
   
2. Choose an active app that will appear in the drop-down menu. Be sure to find one you’ve used in the last 30 days to be eligible.
   
3. Discord will ask you to choose one from the menu called server selection once you choose your app and designate a server. Click on a server to assign the developer news channel and then update your profile.

Once you return to your Discord profile, you should see the Active Developer badge below your profile photo. Make sure that the server you designated is configured as a community server and that you have administrator access to it.

How to create an app for your Discord server

Maybe you want the Active Developer badge but don’t meet the requirement of owning an app on the platform. Here’s how to set up and create an app for a Discord server.

1. Go to the developer portal and then select the “New App” option.
   
2. A window will open asking you to name your application. After naming it, select the “Create” option.
   
3. Make any changes to your app, such as the avatar, description, or name, and then save them once you’re done.
   
4. Navigate to the app button in the left menu, select “Add Bot” and confirm it.

After creating your app, a window will appear giving you your bot token. You can choose to reset it if you want. However, do not share the token with anyone as it acts as a password for your application. If someone else gets it, they can use your app. It’s also worth noting that the actual coding process for creating new apps will require you to write and develop it yourself.

How to get the Discord Nitro badge

If you want other badges and the perks that come with them, the Nitro badge is perhaps one of the easiest to obtain. It only requires that you have and use Discord Nitro for your account.

Nitro is not free and you will need to choose a paid plan to upgrade your account. However, in addition to the Nitro badge, subscribing to the service comes with many benefits. It allows users to have higher loads, use custom emojis, make server improvements, and have more access to activities.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Open your Discord app or browser and select the Discord logo in the upper left corner of the interface.
   
2. A small menu should appear at the top, under “Friends.” Select the Nitro option.
   
3. Discord will ask you to select “Subscribe.” You can then choose an annual or monthly plan.
   

How to Get the Server Booster Badge in Discord

If you are determined to be a badge collector on Discord, the Server Booster badge would be a valuable addition to your profile. Suppose you have a server with a thriving community. In that case, increasing it will help you get better streaming and audio quality.

Here’s how you can get the Server Booster badge on your Discord profile:

1. Select the community server you want to upgrade from the server icons on the left side of the Discord interface.
   
2. Select the server name in the top left panel and then click or tap “Server Boost.”
   
3. Select how many boosts you want to give the server and then select the “Boost this server” option. The more improvements you add to the server, the more features and upgrades you will unlock.
   
4. Discord will show you a window indicating a fee for boosting the server.
   
5. If you want to confirm the boost, select “Continue”.
   

Once you upgrade your server, Discord will give you unique features and give you the Server Booster badge.

Frequent questions

Why doesn’t my badge appear even though I claimed it?

Once Discord notifies you that you’ve claimed your badge, you can refresh your screen using the browser version. Alternatively, you can log out and back into the app, and the badge will appear below your profile photo.

Can I remove the developer badge from my profile?

You can remove your badge through the developer portal by selecting the “Remove Badge” option.

What other badges does Discord have?

Discord has other badges such as the Hype Squad House badge, Hype Squad Events badge, Certified Moderator badge, Bug Hunter badge, and Early Supporter badge.

Do all badges come with perks?

Some badges come with special perks, features, and benefits, while others simply serve to decorate your profile, such as the Early Supporter badge.

How can I get the Early Supporter badge?

Unfortunately, Early Supporter badges were issued at a time when the Discord platform was just getting started and had not yet gained widespread use. For this reason, it is no longer possible to obtain this badge.

Get badges in Discord

Discord badges are a fun way to get perks and features while improving your experience on the platform. If you are a developer using Discord, it will probably be easy to claim the Active Developer badge. All you need is an app that has been running in the last 30 days and you can claim it in the developer portal. Other badges require even less effort and allow your profile to stand out.

Was it easy to get the Active Developer badge on Discord? How many badges does your profile have? Let us know in the comments p below.