If you no longer use Discord, or if you want to reinstall it, the first logical step is to delete the app from your device. No matter which device you want to remove Discord from, the uninstall process requires nothing more than a couple of quick steps. Once the app is uninstalled, you will also need to delete any residual folders and cache left on your device.
The Discord uninstall process is different on each device. If you want to remove Discord from your tablet or mobile phone, the process is identical to how you would remove any other application. However, if you want to uninstall Discord on your PC, it requires a couple of extra steps.
How to uninstall Discord on a Mac
This is how you can uninstall Discord on your Mac. Before deleting the app, make sure it is not running in the background as it could slow down the uninstall process.
- Press “Shift + Command + A” to open the “Applications” folder.
- Find Discord in the “Applications” folder and click on it.

- Drag the icon to the trash in the lower left corner of your screen.

- Once you’ve deleted it, click “Empty Trash.”

You’re not done yet. Once you have deleted Discord, you will also need to delete any residual cache or files. This is how you do it:
- Launch the Finder app.
- Click “Go” on the top toolbar.

- Look for “Go to Folder…” in the drop-down menu.

- In the pop-up tab, type “~/Library” and click “Go”.

- You can search the remaining cache in different folders. Write “
~/Library/Caches” or “~/Library/Application Support.”
If you find any Discord folder, click on it and drag it to the trash just like you did with the Discord app.
How to uninstall Discord on windows 10
Uninstalling Discord on Windows 10 usually consists of three steps. First, you need to disable the app in Task Manager, followed by the app uninstall process. When you’re done, you’ll also need to delete any remaining cache left by the app.
Here’s how to disable Discord in Task Manager.
- Press “Ctrl + Shift + Esc” on your keyboard to launch Task Manager.
- Click the “Home” tab on the top toolbar.
- Find Discord and highlight it.
- Go to “Disable” in the bottom left corner of your screen.
The next step is to uninstall Discord directly from your PC. This is how you do it:
- Go to “Home” in the lower right corner of your screen.

- Click “Settings” in the left sidebar.

- Select “Apps” and then go to “Apps & Features.”

- Scroll down until you find Discord in the list.

- Click on Discord and go to “Uninstall.”

- Select “Uninstall” again.

The last thing you have to do is delete any cache left on Discord. Follow the steps below to find out how:
- Go to the magnifying glass icon in the bottom left corner of your screen.

- Type “File Explorer Options”. A new window will appear.

- Go to the “View” tab.

- Check the “Show hidden files, folders, and drives” option.

- Close the tab and go to Local Disk (C).

- Navigate to the “Users” folder and then to the folder with your username.

- Go to “Application data”.

- Find the “Local\Discord” and “Roaming\Discord” folders and delete them.

How to uninstall Discord on a Android Device
There are a couple of ways to remove Discord from your Android device. The first method is with Settings. Follow the steps below to find out how:
- Go to settings.”
- Find “Applications” in the menu. Tap “Applications” again.

- Find Discord in the list of applications.

- Choose “Uninstall” in the top left corner of your screen.

- Confirm that you want to delete the app by tapping “OK.”

Another way to uninstall apps on an Android device is with your Google Play store. This is how you do it:
- Open Google Play.
- Tap your profile photo in the top right corner of your screen.
- Go to “Manage apps and devices.”

- Select the “Installed” tab.

- Find Discord in the list of apps and tap on it.
- Tap “Uninstall.”

- Confirm by tapping “Uninstall” again.

It doesn’t matter which method you choose; It’ll be over in a couple of seconds either way.
How to uninstall Discord on iPhone
If you want to uninstall Discord from your iPhone device, here is the easiest way to do it:
- Find Discord on your home screen.

- Press and hold the app with your finger.
- Select “Delete app.”

- Tap “Delete App” from the pop-up menu.

- Confirm that you want to delete Discord by tapping “Delete.”
To remove Discord from your iPhone permanently, follow the steps below:
- Go to settings.”

- Look for “General” in the list of options.

- Go to “iPhone storage”.

- Find Discord in the list of apps and tap on it.

- Select “Delete App” at the bottom of the screen.

- Confirm by tapping “Delete App” again.

How to uninstall Discord on a xbox
If you want to uninstall Discord on your Xbox, you can do it in a couple of steps. This is how you do it:
- Turn on your Xbox.
- Press the Home button on your controller.
- Navigate to the “My Games & Apps” menu.
- Go to “Applications.”
- Highlight Discord in the list of applications.
- Press the Menu button on your controller.
- Go to “Uninstall” and press “A” on your controller.
- Choose “Uninstall all.”
That’s all about it. Discord will be immediately removed from your Xbox and you’ll have more space for other apps and games.
How to uninstall Discord on a iPad
When it comes to tablets, you would delete Discord like any other app you no longer use. This is the easiest way to uninstall Discord on your iPad:
- Find the Discord app on your iPad.
- Tap and press the Discord app with your finger.
- The app will start moving, just as it would on an iPhone device.
- Tap the “x” above the app.
- Select “Delete app.”
- Confirm that you want to uninstall Discord by tapping “Delete” again.
Discord will disappear from your screen in a matter of seconds. If you want to reinstall the app at any time, you will need to go to the App Store to download it again.
Disable Discord Autorun
If you do not want Discord to start automatically when you turn on your device, you must disable the startup option. This is how you do it:
- Press “Ctrl + Shift + Esc” on your keyboard to launch Task Manager.
- Go to the “Home” tab on the top toolbar.
- Locate the Discord app and highlight it.
- Go to “Disable” in the bottom left corner of your screen.
Another way to disable the auto-run option is with the Discord app. This is how you do it:
- Open Discord.
- Go to “User Settings” in the bottom left corner of your screen.

- Find “Window Settings” in the left sidebar.

- Turn off the “Open Discord” switch.

That’s all. The next time you turn on your PC, Discord will not open automatically.
Additional FAQs
Why can’t I uninstall Discord?
If none of these methods work and you still can’t uninstall Discord from your device, then there is one more thing you can do: remove Discord from the registry. This is how you do it:
1. Press “Home + R” on your keyboard.
2. Enter “regedit” in the box and click “OK.” This will open the registry editor.

3. Press “Ctrl + F” on your keyboard and type “Discord.”

4. Find the Discord folder in the left sidebar.

5. Right click on the folder and go to “Delete”.

Did my Discord uninstall itself?
In some cases, when you try to start Discord, it does not open and an “error” notification appears. Here’s what you need to do to restore the app:
1. Open the Run app by pressing “Home + R” on your keyboard.
2. Write “%AppData%/Discord” and press “Enter”.

3. Delete the folder.

4. Do the same with “%LocalAppData%/Discord.”

5. Click “OK” and delete the folder.

6. Restart your device.
Now all you have to do is reinstall Discord and there should be no more problems.
Eliminate discord in moments
Now you know all the different methods you can use to uninstall Discord on multiple devices. You also know how to disable Discord’s auto-run feature. Once you’ve deleted the app and cleared the cache, you’ll have a lot more space on your device for other apps.