Tired of waking up to an inbox full of “You missed a message” emails? You can stop all Discord email notifications in seconds by going to User Settings > Notifications and toggling off “Email Notifications.”
Discord is great for chatting, but its default setting to email you about missed messages, friend suggestions, and updates can quickly become spammy. Here is the quick, 3-step guide to decluttering your inbox without missing important alerts.
⚙️ Method 1: The Settings Menu (Best Way)
This is the most reliable method as it allows you to choose exactly which types of emails you want to stop.
Step 1: Open User Settings
Open the Discord app (Desktop or Web). Look for the Gear Icon ⚙️ next to your username in the bottom left corner and click it.
Step 2: Go to “Notifications”
In the left-hand sidebar, under “App Settings,” scroll down and click on “Notifications.”
Step 3: Toggle Off Emails
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the “Email Notifications” section. Here you can uncheck the boxes for:
- Communication Emails: (e.g., “You missed a call” or “Unread messages”).
- Social Emails: (e.g., Friend suggestions or event reminders).
- Announcements & Updates: (e.g., New feature alerts).
Pro Tip: If you want zero emails, simply toggle OFF every switch in this section.
📧 Method 2: The “Unsubscribe” Link
If you are currently looking at a Discord email in your inbox and want to stop them immediately without logging into the app:
- Open the email from Discord.
- Scroll to the very bottom of the message.
- Click the “Unsubscribe” (or “Turn off these notifications”) link.
- Confirm your choice in the browser window that opens.
❓ FAQ: Will I Miss Anything?
Here are the most common concerns about turning off email alerts.
Q: If I turn off emails, will I stop getting mobile push notifications?
A: No. Email settings are completely separate from your phone or desktop notifications. You will still hear the “ping” on your phone and see the red dot on the app when you get a message.
Q: Can I keep some emails but stop others?
A: Yes. In the settings menu (Method 1), you can leave “Announcements” on while turning “Communication Emails” off. This is great if you want to know about new features but don’t need an email for every DM.
Q: I turned them off, but I still got a billing email. Why?
A: Transactional emails (like Nitro receipts or Terms of Service updates) are legally required or essential for your account security. You cannot turn these off.
🌟 Conclusion
Stopping Discord email notifications is a quick win for your digital peace of mind.
To recap:
- Go to User Settings > Notifications.
- Uncheck “Communication Emails.”
- Enjoy a cleaner inbox.
Next Step for You: Open your Discord settings right now and toggle off “Social Emails”—these are usually the most unnecessary notifications!