Discord Server Limits by Account Type
Free Discord Accounts
Regular Discord users (free accounts) can join up to 100 servers. This is the standard limit that applies to most Discord users.
Discord Nitro Users
Discord Nitro subscribers get an increased server limit:
- Discord Nitro Basic: 100 servers (same as free accounts)
- Discord Nitro: 200 servers
Historical Changes to Server Limits
Discord server limits have changed over time:
- 2015-2019: 100 servers for all users
- 2019-2020: Nitro users could join 200 servers
- 2020-Present: Current system with 100/200 server limits
What Happens When You Reach the Limit
When you try to join a server after reaching your limit:
- Discord will show an error message
- You must leave an existing server before joining a new one
- You can temporarily leave servers and rejoin them later
- Server invites will still work, but joining will fail
Managing Your Server List
Finding Inactive Servers
To optimize your server list:
- Review servers you haven't visited recently
- Check notification settings for muted servers
- Look for servers with no recent activity
- Consider leaving duplicate or similar servers
Organizing Servers
- Server Folders: Group related servers together
- Priority Order: Move important servers to the top
- Mute Notifications: Reduce noise from less important servers
Server Ownership Limits
In addition to joining servers, there are limits on server ownership:
- Free Users: Can own up to 10 servers
- Nitro Users: Can own up to 10 servers (same limit)
Workarounds for Server Limits
Multiple Discord Accounts
Note: While technically possible, Discord's Terms of Service generally discourage multiple accounts for the same person.
Strategic Server Management
- Join servers temporarily for specific events
- Use bookmarks for server invite links
- Follow server social media for updates
- Join community Discord lists to rediscover servers
Server Member Limits
Related to server joining, here are Discord's server member limits:
- Standard Servers: 250,000 members maximum
- Large Servers: Can request increases through Discord
- Community Servers: Same limits with additional features
Tips for Managing Many Servers
Notification Management
- Use @here and @everyone notification settings
- Set custom notification sounds for important servers
- Use Discord's priority speaker feature
Server Discovery
- Use Discord's server discovery feature
- Check out trending servers in your interests
- Join servers through friend recommendations
Pro Tip: If you're constantly hitting the server limit, consider upgrading to Discord Nitro for double the capacity, plus additional features like higher quality screen sharing and larger file uploads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I increase my server limit without Nitro?
No, the only way to increase your server limit beyond 100 is by subscribing to Discord Nitro.
Do left servers count toward my limit?
No, servers you've left do not count toward your current server limit.
Can I rejoin servers I've left?
Yes, as long as you have a valid invite link and haven't been banned from the server.