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How to Stream on Discord
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Discord has completely transformed online communication, becoming the preferred platform for gamers, streamers, and reviewers alike.
As of late, it has started integrating with other gaming and streaming services, giving us the streamer mode. With streaming’s growing popularity, it’s essential to know what the streamer mode is all about.
If you’re a gamer, Discord’s streamer mode allows you to stream your gaming session to viewers by broadcasting your game to your friends, fans, and even a closed community of enthusiasts.
Many e-gaming professionals have taken up streaming, offering original and valuable content for like-minded individuals. This mode helps them streamline all their communications in one place.
If you’re new to Discord’s streamer mode, you need to know what it is, how you can use it to engage with other community members, and the primary security concerns you need to be aware of.
- Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers?
- Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook?
- Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android?
- Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming?
- Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
We have compiled a list of steps to help you learn how to conduct Discord streaming from the most prominent platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPhone, Android.
Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers
How to Stream on Discord from Windows
Discord allows for streaming through its Windows desktop client. You can stream games, podcasts, and any other kind of content through it.
However, it is crucial to remember that you can only stream in 480p and 720p resolutions in the free version. If you want higher resolution streaming, subscribe to Discord Nitro, which costs $9.99 a month.
With that said, follow these steps to start Discord streaming:
- Start the game that you want to stream and then switch back to Discord
- You will find an icon at the bottom left of the window displaying the name of the game you started and a stream icon resembling a camera next to it. Click on this icon to begin streaming
- The Screen Share menu will pop-up displaying the game you have started, and from the ‘Select a voice channel’ drop-down, select the channel you want to stream with
- Adjust your screen resolution and frame rates according to your choice
- After you’ve made all the adjustments, you can hit the ‘Go Live’ button at the bottom right of the window to start streaming.
If you wish to stop streaming, click on the ‘Stop Streaming’ icon at the app’s bottom-left corner
Additionally, if you wish to stream voice and video calls on your Discord server, you can do so as well. To make a call to your friends through Discord:
- Open the Discord app on your Windows PC and then select the server you want to use
- Click the General Voice channel to place a voice connection with Discord
- On the bottom left of the window, you will see a Voice Connected entry. If you wish to video call, click on the ‘Video’ button; otherwise, click on the ‘Screen’ button for screen sharing
- When you click ‘Video,’ your screen’s center will switch to conversation mode, and you will be able to see your camera feed
- If you click on the screen, a pop-up window shows up, allowing you to select the application you want to share
- After setting this up, your friends can join your call by clicking on the General channel
When you want to end the call, click on the red Disconnect icon
How to Stream on Discord from Mac
To achieve the same result with Discord on a Mac:
- Open the Discord app on your Macintosh and then find and join a voice channel that allows you to stream (you can find out which channels will let you stream by joining the channel and checking if you can click on ‘Video’ or ‘Screen’ at the bottom of the window)
- Once you’ve made sure that the channel allows you to stream, you can choose whether you want to stream from your webcam or share your computer screen. Click on the option you want
- If you’ve selected the ‘Video’ option, this will turn on your webcam after a prompt, and it will start streaming immediately
- If you’ve selected the screen-sharing option, choose the window you’d like to share, and it will start broadcasting the specific window
- You can either share your entire screen or specific windows, depending on your choice
- Choose a resolution and frame rate for the stream, but remember that higher resolutions and frame rates take up more bandwidth
- If you’re streaming from your desktop, you can even stream in sound. Toggle the sound button to the right, and you will be able to access your microphone for the stream
- When you’ve decided all the parameters and feel you’re ready to stream, click on ‘Go Live’
Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook
Chromebooks have a customized Android operating software that can fit the laptop, functioning seamlessly with its requirements.
However, because Chromebooks use a restrictive OS, the Discord app functions like it would on a smartphone or tablet.
Therefore, for Discord streaming on a Chromebook, you will have to:
- Select a voice channel and then join it
- Press the Video camera icon to share your screen
- Allow the program camera access
- Begin streaming
However, it is slightly challenging to join voice channels using the app. To do this, you will have to:
- Locate the voice channel and click on it
- Upon clicking, you will see a window appear at the bottom
- Scroll to the bottom of the menu, and click on the ‘Join Channel’ button
- To join with the camera, click on the camcorder icon
Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android
Although Discord does not allow users to broadcast content from the Discord Mobile app, they can still share their screen to stream games and videos. To do so, they must:
- Select a voice channel and join it
- Press the Video camera icon for screen-sharing
- Then allow permission to third-party apps on the mobile to access your camera
- Press the Camera icon to allow the program access to your camera
- Once this is done, you are now streaming live
It is important to note that while sharing your screen on Discord, make sure you are not divulging any crucial details with other users in the form of notifications.
To avoid incoming notifications, put your mobile on airplane mode.
Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming
Aside from broadcasting streams, you can also watch other users streaming their content on Discord. To watch someone’s stream, you will need to:
- Go to the voice channel where someone is streaming and click on their name
- If you’ve decided you want to join their stream, click on ‘Join Stream’
- You can also click on ‘Watch Stream’ from the main chat screen on your Discord
When someone is streaming content on Discord, you can see a red ‘Live’ icon next to their name. Knowing this will make it easier to tell when your favorite users are streaming.
Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
To help you get the max out of your Discord streaming experience, we’ve compiled a couple of tips:
Tip 1: How to Stream Without Lag On Discord
Do you experience lag while streaming games and videos on your Discord server? Don’t worry; streaming is often demanding for casual internet connections, and lags can happen!
Here are some quick fixes to get rid of it:
Close Unnecessary Programs
If you’re running multiple programs on your computer while using Discord, they can cause lag. To solve this, close all unnecessary programs.
Turn Off Hardware Acceleration
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option in your Discord app,
- Click on ‘Appearance’ and toggle off the ‘Hardware Acceleration’ option
- Press ‘OK’ to confirm and restart the application
Clear Discord Cache Files
Too many accumulated caches files can cause lag in your Discord. To fix this, you will need to clear the Discord cache from the File Explorer:
- Open the ‘Run’ window
- Enter ‘%APPDATA%/Discord/Cache’ to open the cache folder
- Press ‘Ctrl+A’ to delete the files
Reset Discord Voice Settings
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option on your Discord app
- Select the ‘Voice & Video’ option in the left pane
- Click on the ‘Reset Voice Settings’ in the right pane
- Press OK to confirm and restart the application
Reinstall Discord
If none of the above methods seem to fix lag, you might have to reinstall your Discord. To uninstall it: first
- Go to the Discord Panel,
- Select ‘View by: Category’
- Click ‘Uninstall a program’
- Right-click Discord
- Click Uninstall
- After it is uninstalled, reinstall it once again
Tip 2: How to Add A Game to Discord Go Live
If you can’t get access to the game you want to stream through the ‘Go Live’ icon, you can access it manually. All you have to do is:
- Click on the cog icon in the bottom left
- Open the Settings menu
- Click on the ‘Game Activity’ tab on the left
- Click ‘Add It’
- Choose your game
- Go back to your server
- Click the ‘Go Live’ button
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Discord has completely transformed online communication, becoming the preferred platform for gamers, streamers, and reviewers alike.
As of late, it has started integrating with other gaming and streaming services, giving us the streamer mode. With streaming’s growing popularity, it’s essential to know what the streamer mode is all about.
If you’re a gamer, Discord’s streamer mode allows you to stream your gaming session to viewers by broadcasting your game to your friends, fans, and even a closed community of enthusiasts.
Many e-gaming professionals have taken up streaming, offering original and valuable content for like-minded individuals. This mode helps them streamline all their communications in one place.
If you’re new to Discord’s streamer mode, you need to know what it is, how you can use it to engage with other community members, and the primary security concerns you need to be aware of.
- Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers?
- Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook?
- Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android?
- Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming?
- Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
We have compiled a list of steps to help you learn how to conduct Discord streaming from the most prominent platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPhone, Android.
Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers
How to Stream on Discord from Windows
Discord allows for streaming through its Windows desktop client. You can stream games, podcasts, and any other kind of content through it.
However, it is crucial to remember that you can only stream in 480p and 720p resolutions in the free version. If you want higher resolution streaming, subscribe to Discord Nitro, which costs $9.99 a month.
With that said, follow these steps to start Discord streaming:
- Start the game that you want to stream and then switch back to Discord
- You will find an icon at the bottom left of the window displaying the name of the game you started and a stream icon resembling a camera next to it. Click on this icon to begin streaming
- The Screen Share menu will pop-up displaying the game you have started, and from the ‘Select a voice channel’ drop-down, select the channel you want to stream with
- Adjust your screen resolution and frame rates according to your choice
- After you’ve made all the adjustments, you can hit the ‘Go Live’ button at the bottom right of the window to start streaming.
If you wish to stop streaming, click on the ‘Stop Streaming’ icon at the app’s bottom-left corner
Additionally, if you wish to stream voice and video calls on your Discord server, you can do so as well. To make a call to your friends through Discord:
- Open the Discord app on your Windows PC and then select the server you want to use
- Click the General Voice channel to place a voice connection with Discord
- On the bottom left of the window, you will see a Voice Connected entry. If you wish to video call, click on the ‘Video’ button; otherwise, click on the ‘Screen’ button for screen sharing
- When you click ‘Video,’ your screen’s center will switch to conversation mode, and you will be able to see your camera feed
- If you click on the screen, a pop-up window shows up, allowing you to select the application you want to share
- After setting this up, your friends can join your call by clicking on the General channel
When you want to end the call, click on the red Disconnect icon
How to Stream on Discord from Mac
To achieve the same result with Discord on a Mac:
- Open the Discord app on your Macintosh and then find and join a voice channel that allows you to stream (you can find out which channels will let you stream by joining the channel and checking if you can click on ‘Video’ or ‘Screen’ at the bottom of the window)
- Once you’ve made sure that the channel allows you to stream, you can choose whether you want to stream from your webcam or share your computer screen. Click on the option you want
- If you’ve selected the ‘Video’ option, this will turn on your webcam after a prompt, and it will start streaming immediately
- If you’ve selected the screen-sharing option, choose the window you’d like to share, and it will start broadcasting the specific window
- You can either share your entire screen or specific windows, depending on your choice
- Choose a resolution and frame rate for the stream, but remember that higher resolutions and frame rates take up more bandwidth
- If you’re streaming from your desktop, you can even stream in sound. Toggle the sound button to the right, and you will be able to access your microphone for the stream
- When you’ve decided all the parameters and feel you’re ready to stream, click on ‘Go Live’
Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook
Chromebooks have a customized Android operating software that can fit the laptop, functioning seamlessly with its requirements.
However, because Chromebooks use a restrictive OS, the Discord app functions like it would on a smartphone or tablet.
Therefore, for Discord streaming on a Chromebook, you will have to:
- Select a voice channel and then join it
- Press the Video camera icon to share your screen
- Allow the program camera access
- Begin streaming
However, it is slightly challenging to join voice channels using the app. To do this, you will have to:
- Locate the voice channel and click on it
- Upon clicking, you will see a window appear at the bottom
- Scroll to the bottom of the menu, and click on the ‘Join Channel’ button
- To join with the camera, click on the camcorder icon
Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android
Although Discord does not allow users to broadcast content from the Discord Mobile app, they can still share their screen to stream games and videos. To do so, they must:
- Select a voice channel and join it
- Press the Video camera icon for screen-sharing
- Then allow permission to third-party apps on the mobile to access your camera
- Press the Camera icon to allow the program access to your camera
- Once this is done, you are now streaming live
It is important to note that while sharing your screen on Discord, make sure you are not divulging any crucial details with other users in the form of notifications.
To avoid incoming notifications, put your mobile on airplane mode.
Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming
Aside from broadcasting streams, you can also watch other users streaming their content on Discord. To watch someone’s stream, you will need to:
- Go to the voice channel where someone is streaming and click on their name
- If you’ve decided you want to join their stream, click on ‘Join Stream’
- You can also click on ‘Watch Stream’ from the main chat screen on your Discord
When someone is streaming content on Discord, you can see a red ‘Live’ icon next to their name. Knowing this will make it easier to tell when your favorite users are streaming.
Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
To help you get the max out of your Discord streaming experience, we’ve compiled a couple of tips:
Tip 1: How to Stream Without Lag On Discord
Do you experience lag while streaming games and videos on your Discord server? Don’t worry; streaming is often demanding for casual internet connections, and lags can happen!
Here are some quick fixes to get rid of it:
Close Unnecessary Programs
If you’re running multiple programs on your computer while using Discord, they can cause lag. To solve this, close all unnecessary programs.
Turn Off Hardware Acceleration
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option in your Discord app,
- Click on ‘Appearance’ and toggle off the ‘Hardware Acceleration’ option
- Press ‘OK’ to confirm and restart the application
Clear Discord Cache Files
Too many accumulated caches files can cause lag in your Discord. To fix this, you will need to clear the Discord cache from the File Explorer:
- Open the ‘Run’ window
- Enter ‘%APPDATA%/Discord/Cache’ to open the cache folder
- Press ‘Ctrl+A’ to delete the files
Reset Discord Voice Settings
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option on your Discord app
- Select the ‘Voice & Video’ option in the left pane
- Click on the ‘Reset Voice Settings’ in the right pane
- Press OK to confirm and restart the application
Reinstall Discord
If none of the above methods seem to fix lag, you might have to reinstall your Discord. To uninstall it: first
- Go to the Discord Panel,
- Select ‘View by: Category’
- Click ‘Uninstall a program’
- Right-click Discord
- Click Uninstall
- After it is uninstalled, reinstall it once again
Tip 2: How to Add A Game to Discord Go Live
If you can’t get access to the game you want to stream through the ‘Go Live’ icon, you can access it manually. All you have to do is:
- Click on the cog icon in the bottom left
- Open the Settings menu
- Click on the ‘Game Activity’ tab on the left
- Click ‘Add It’
- Choose your game
- Go back to your server
- Click the ‘Go Live’ button
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Discord has completely transformed online communication, becoming the preferred platform for gamers, streamers, and reviewers alike.
As of late, it has started integrating with other gaming and streaming services, giving us the streamer mode. With streaming’s growing popularity, it’s essential to know what the streamer mode is all about.
If you’re a gamer, Discord’s streamer mode allows you to stream your gaming session to viewers by broadcasting your game to your friends, fans, and even a closed community of enthusiasts.
Many e-gaming professionals have taken up streaming, offering original and valuable content for like-minded individuals. This mode helps them streamline all their communications in one place.
If you’re new to Discord’s streamer mode, you need to know what it is, how you can use it to engage with other community members, and the primary security concerns you need to be aware of.
- Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers?
- Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook?
- Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android?
- Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming?
- Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
We have compiled a list of steps to help you learn how to conduct Discord streaming from the most prominent platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPhone, Android.
Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers
How to Stream on Discord from Windows
Discord allows for streaming through its Windows desktop client. You can stream games, podcasts, and any other kind of content through it.
However, it is crucial to remember that you can only stream in 480p and 720p resolutions in the free version. If you want higher resolution streaming, subscribe to Discord Nitro, which costs $9.99 a month.
With that said, follow these steps to start Discord streaming:
- Start the game that you want to stream and then switch back to Discord
- You will find an icon at the bottom left of the window displaying the name of the game you started and a stream icon resembling a camera next to it. Click on this icon to begin streaming
- The Screen Share menu will pop-up displaying the game you have started, and from the ‘Select a voice channel’ drop-down, select the channel you want to stream with
- Adjust your screen resolution and frame rates according to your choice
- After you’ve made all the adjustments, you can hit the ‘Go Live’ button at the bottom right of the window to start streaming.
If you wish to stop streaming, click on the ‘Stop Streaming’ icon at the app’s bottom-left corner
Additionally, if you wish to stream voice and video calls on your Discord server, you can do so as well. To make a call to your friends through Discord:
- Open the Discord app on your Windows PC and then select the server you want to use
- Click the General Voice channel to place a voice connection with Discord
- On the bottom left of the window, you will see a Voice Connected entry. If you wish to video call, click on the ‘Video’ button; otherwise, click on the ‘Screen’ button for screen sharing
- When you click ‘Video,’ your screen’s center will switch to conversation mode, and you will be able to see your camera feed
- If you click on the screen, a pop-up window shows up, allowing you to select the application you want to share
- After setting this up, your friends can join your call by clicking on the General channel
When you want to end the call, click on the red Disconnect icon
How to Stream on Discord from Mac
To achieve the same result with Discord on a Mac:
- Open the Discord app on your Macintosh and then find and join a voice channel that allows you to stream (you can find out which channels will let you stream by joining the channel and checking if you can click on ‘Video’ or ‘Screen’ at the bottom of the window)
- Once you’ve made sure that the channel allows you to stream, you can choose whether you want to stream from your webcam or share your computer screen. Click on the option you want
- If you’ve selected the ‘Video’ option, this will turn on your webcam after a prompt, and it will start streaming immediately
- If you’ve selected the screen-sharing option, choose the window you’d like to share, and it will start broadcasting the specific window
- You can either share your entire screen or specific windows, depending on your choice
- Choose a resolution and frame rate for the stream, but remember that higher resolutions and frame rates take up more bandwidth
- If you’re streaming from your desktop, you can even stream in sound. Toggle the sound button to the right, and you will be able to access your microphone for the stream
- When you’ve decided all the parameters and feel you’re ready to stream, click on ‘Go Live’
Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook
Chromebooks have a customized Android operating software that can fit the laptop, functioning seamlessly with its requirements.
However, because Chromebooks use a restrictive OS, the Discord app functions like it would on a smartphone or tablet.
Therefore, for Discord streaming on a Chromebook, you will have to:
- Select a voice channel and then join it
- Press the Video camera icon to share your screen
- Allow the program camera access
- Begin streaming
However, it is slightly challenging to join voice channels using the app. To do this, you will have to:
- Locate the voice channel and click on it
- Upon clicking, you will see a window appear at the bottom
- Scroll to the bottom of the menu, and click on the ‘Join Channel’ button
- To join with the camera, click on the camcorder icon
Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android
Although Discord does not allow users to broadcast content from the Discord Mobile app, they can still share their screen to stream games and videos. To do so, they must:
- Select a voice channel and join it
- Press the Video camera icon for screen-sharing
- Then allow permission to third-party apps on the mobile to access your camera
- Press the Camera icon to allow the program access to your camera
- Once this is done, you are now streaming live
It is important to note that while sharing your screen on Discord, make sure you are not divulging any crucial details with other users in the form of notifications.
To avoid incoming notifications, put your mobile on airplane mode.
Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming
Aside from broadcasting streams, you can also watch other users streaming their content on Discord. To watch someone’s stream, you will need to:
- Go to the voice channel where someone is streaming and click on their name
- If you’ve decided you want to join their stream, click on ‘Join Stream’
- You can also click on ‘Watch Stream’ from the main chat screen on your Discord
When someone is streaming content on Discord, you can see a red ‘Live’ icon next to their name. Knowing this will make it easier to tell when your favorite users are streaming.
Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
To help you get the max out of your Discord streaming experience, we’ve compiled a couple of tips:
Tip 1: How to Stream Without Lag On Discord
Do you experience lag while streaming games and videos on your Discord server? Don’t worry; streaming is often demanding for casual internet connections, and lags can happen!
Here are some quick fixes to get rid of it:
Close Unnecessary Programs
If you’re running multiple programs on your computer while using Discord, they can cause lag. To solve this, close all unnecessary programs.
Turn Off Hardware Acceleration
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option in your Discord app,
- Click on ‘Appearance’ and toggle off the ‘Hardware Acceleration’ option
- Press ‘OK’ to confirm and restart the application
Clear Discord Cache Files
Too many accumulated caches files can cause lag in your Discord. To fix this, you will need to clear the Discord cache from the File Explorer:
- Open the ‘Run’ window
- Enter ‘%APPDATA%/Discord/Cache’ to open the cache folder
- Press ‘Ctrl+A’ to delete the files
Reset Discord Voice Settings
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option on your Discord app
- Select the ‘Voice & Video’ option in the left pane
- Click on the ‘Reset Voice Settings’ in the right pane
- Press OK to confirm and restart the application
Reinstall Discord
If none of the above methods seem to fix lag, you might have to reinstall your Discord. To uninstall it: first
- Go to the Discord Panel,
- Select ‘View by: Category’
- Click ‘Uninstall a program’
- Right-click Discord
- Click Uninstall
- After it is uninstalled, reinstall it once again
Tip 2: How to Add A Game to Discord Go Live
If you can’t get access to the game you want to stream through the ‘Go Live’ icon, you can access it manually. All you have to do is:
- Click on the cog icon in the bottom left
- Open the Settings menu
- Click on the ‘Game Activity’ tab on the left
- Click ‘Add It’
- Choose your game
- Go back to your server
- Click the ‘Go Live’ button
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Discord has completely transformed online communication, becoming the preferred platform for gamers, streamers, and reviewers alike.
As of late, it has started integrating with other gaming and streaming services, giving us the streamer mode. With streaming’s growing popularity, it’s essential to know what the streamer mode is all about.
If you’re a gamer, Discord’s streamer mode allows you to stream your gaming session to viewers by broadcasting your game to your friends, fans, and even a closed community of enthusiasts.
Many e-gaming professionals have taken up streaming, offering original and valuable content for like-minded individuals. This mode helps them streamline all their communications in one place.
If you’re new to Discord’s streamer mode, you need to know what it is, how you can use it to engage with other community members, and the primary security concerns you need to be aware of.
- Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers?
- Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook?
- Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android?
- Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming?
- Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
We have compiled a list of steps to help you learn how to conduct Discord streaming from the most prominent platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPhone, Android.
Part 1: How to Stream on Discord from Desktop Computers
How to Stream on Discord from Windows
Discord allows for streaming through its Windows desktop client. You can stream games, podcasts, and any other kind of content through it.
However, it is crucial to remember that you can only stream in 480p and 720p resolutions in the free version. If you want higher resolution streaming, subscribe to Discord Nitro, which costs $9.99 a month.
With that said, follow these steps to start Discord streaming:
- Start the game that you want to stream and then switch back to Discord
- You will find an icon at the bottom left of the window displaying the name of the game you started and a stream icon resembling a camera next to it. Click on this icon to begin streaming
- The Screen Share menu will pop-up displaying the game you have started, and from the ‘Select a voice channel’ drop-down, select the channel you want to stream with
- Adjust your screen resolution and frame rates according to your choice
- After you’ve made all the adjustments, you can hit the ‘Go Live’ button at the bottom right of the window to start streaming.
If you wish to stop streaming, click on the ‘Stop Streaming’ icon at the app’s bottom-left corner
Additionally, if you wish to stream voice and video calls on your Discord server, you can do so as well. To make a call to your friends through Discord:
- Open the Discord app on your Windows PC and then select the server you want to use
- Click the General Voice channel to place a voice connection with Discord
- On the bottom left of the window, you will see a Voice Connected entry. If you wish to video call, click on the ‘Video’ button; otherwise, click on the ‘Screen’ button for screen sharing
- When you click ‘Video,’ your screen’s center will switch to conversation mode, and you will be able to see your camera feed
- If you click on the screen, a pop-up window shows up, allowing you to select the application you want to share
- After setting this up, your friends can join your call by clicking on the General channel
When you want to end the call, click on the red Disconnect icon
How to Stream on Discord from Mac
To achieve the same result with Discord on a Mac:
- Open the Discord app on your Macintosh and then find and join a voice channel that allows you to stream (you can find out which channels will let you stream by joining the channel and checking if you can click on ‘Video’ or ‘Screen’ at the bottom of the window)
- Once you’ve made sure that the channel allows you to stream, you can choose whether you want to stream from your webcam or share your computer screen. Click on the option you want
- If you’ve selected the ‘Video’ option, this will turn on your webcam after a prompt, and it will start streaming immediately
- If you’ve selected the screen-sharing option, choose the window you’d like to share, and it will start broadcasting the specific window
- You can either share your entire screen or specific windows, depending on your choice
- Choose a resolution and frame rate for the stream, but remember that higher resolutions and frame rates take up more bandwidth
- If you’re streaming from your desktop, you can even stream in sound. Toggle the sound button to the right, and you will be able to access your microphone for the stream
- When you’ve decided all the parameters and feel you’re ready to stream, click on ‘Go Live’
Part 2: How to Stream on Discord from Chromebook
Chromebooks have a customized Android operating software that can fit the laptop, functioning seamlessly with its requirements.
However, because Chromebooks use a restrictive OS, the Discord app functions like it would on a smartphone or tablet.
Therefore, for Discord streaming on a Chromebook, you will have to:
- Select a voice channel and then join it
- Press the Video camera icon to share your screen
- Allow the program camera access
- Begin streaming
However, it is slightly challenging to join voice channels using the app. To do this, you will have to:
- Locate the voice channel and click on it
- Upon clicking, you will see a window appear at the bottom
- Scroll to the bottom of the menu, and click on the ‘Join Channel’ button
- To join with the camera, click on the camcorder icon
Part 3: How to Stream on Discord from iPhone And Android
Although Discord does not allow users to broadcast content from the Discord Mobile app, they can still share their screen to stream games and videos. To do so, they must:
- Select a voice channel and join it
- Press the Video camera icon for screen-sharing
- Then allow permission to third-party apps on the mobile to access your camera
- Press the Camera icon to allow the program access to your camera
- Once this is done, you are now streaming live
It is important to note that while sharing your screen on Discord, make sure you are not divulging any crucial details with other users in the form of notifications.
To avoid incoming notifications, put your mobile on airplane mode.
Part 4: How to Watch Discord Streaming
Aside from broadcasting streams, you can also watch other users streaming their content on Discord. To watch someone’s stream, you will need to:
- Go to the voice channel where someone is streaming and click on their name
- If you’ve decided you want to join their stream, click on ‘Join Stream’
- You can also click on ‘Watch Stream’ from the main chat screen on your Discord
When someone is streaming content on Discord, you can see a red ‘Live’ icon next to their name. Knowing this will make it easier to tell when your favorite users are streaming.
Part 5: Discord Streaming Tips
To help you get the max out of your Discord streaming experience, we’ve compiled a couple of tips:
Tip 1: How to Stream Without Lag On Discord
Do you experience lag while streaming games and videos on your Discord server? Don’t worry; streaming is often demanding for casual internet connections, and lags can happen!
Here are some quick fixes to get rid of it:
Close Unnecessary Programs
If you’re running multiple programs on your computer while using Discord, they can cause lag. To solve this, close all unnecessary programs.
Turn Off Hardware Acceleration
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option in your Discord app,
- Click on ‘Appearance’ and toggle off the ‘Hardware Acceleration’ option
- Press ‘OK’ to confirm and restart the application
Clear Discord Cache Files
Too many accumulated caches files can cause lag in your Discord. To fix this, you will need to clear the Discord cache from the File Explorer:
- Open the ‘Run’ window
- Enter ‘%APPDATA%/Discord/Cache’ to open the cache folder
- Press ‘Ctrl+A’ to delete the files
Reset Discord Voice Settings
To do this:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ option on your Discord app
- Select the ‘Voice & Video’ option in the left pane
- Click on the ‘Reset Voice Settings’ in the right pane
- Press OK to confirm and restart the application
Reinstall Discord
If none of the above methods seem to fix lag, you might have to reinstall your Discord. To uninstall it: first
- Go to the Discord Panel,
- Select ‘View by: Category’
- Click ‘Uninstall a program’
- Right-click Discord
- Click Uninstall
- After it is uninstalled, reinstall it once again
Tip 2: How to Add A Game to Discord Go Live
If you can’t get access to the game you want to stream through the ‘Go Live’ icon, you can access it manually. All you have to do is:
- Click on the cog icon in the bottom left
- Open the Settings menu
- Click on the ‘Game Activity’ tab on the left
- Click ‘Add It’
- Choose your game
- Go back to your server
- Click the ‘Go Live’ button
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Discord Vs. Skype: Which One is Better For You?
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
What would be a catchy but concise way to describe Discord? A modern voice and text communication app that’s free.
It’s also wildly popular with gamers, secure with DDoS protection, and compatible with desktops as well as mobiles.
And what if you had to describe Skype in a similar manner? An all-in-one app for voice calls, messaging, video conferencing, and file transfer that allows you to connect with others no matter where you are.
Employees need to rely on VoIP apps like Skype and Discord to maintain communication with their colleagues and clients.
You might be wondering which is the better option among the two? Is Skype better than Discord, given that it’s more popular and been around for longer?
Or is Discord more secure than Skype? Both these apps have different backgrounds and target different audiences. While Discord is more popular with gamers, Skype is readily used in offices.
Yet, at the same time, both offer similar sets of features that most users require from VoIP apps. So, let’s get into discussing which VoIP app is better: Skype or Discord?
Which Platform Is Better: Discord or Skype?
Our criteria will consider some aspects that are important when discussing communication platforms.
These include Privacy, Security, Sound Quality, Group Calls, Screen Sharing, Call Recording, File Sharing, The Interface, Supported platforms.
1. Privacy
Both Skype and Discord can be classified as VoIP apps because of their similar functionalities. However, there are also many differences in their features and who they cater to.
But when considering privacy, both apps seemed to be lacking.
Unfortunately, there have been reports of data breaches from both apps, with users complaining of having their locations and personal data compromised and leaked.
Neither of these apps promises complete privacy, and our recommendation would be to use them in combination with a reliable VPN service.
2. Security
Discord offers its users both DDoS and IP address protection, offering full client-to-server security.
On the other hand, Skype was rated poorly for its security but has recently upgraded its measures, hiding user’s IP addresses.
3. Sound Quality
Discord differs from Skype in its audio-transmission methods and data usage. Skype works much like a phone connection, transmitting audio data continuously, like a phone call. In contrast, Discord only sends audio data when a user speaks during a call.
Both apps differ in their recommended bandwidth, with Skype having an extensive bandwidth of 100 kbps for voice calls and Discord with only 64 kbps in comparison.
For this reason, we would rank Skype higher than Discord for sound quality and audio transmission.
4. Group Calls
When comparing the two for group calls, Skype trumps Discord as the better and more widely popular option.
With Skype, users can make group audio and video calls, with as many as 25 people at the same time. On the other hand, Discord limits the number of users who can join a group call to just 10.
Also, Skype allows users to make calls on other phone numbers, including landlines, while Discord only limits calls to other Discord users.
Overall, Skype comes through as a much better choice for group calling.
5. Screen Sharing
In this age of remote working, the need for screen-sharing has increased drastically to enhance professional collaboration.
In this regard, both Discord and Skype offer a decent screen-sharing experience.
With Skype, users can share their screens even during audio calls, and it is relatively easy to do so, requiring only a single click to start screen-sharing. Plus, it allows users to take a simple screenshot as well.
In comparison, Discord offers screen-sharing options that are more customizable and thorough, with more features for users to benefit from, such as fragmented sharing for people who don’t want to share their full screen.
When comparing the two, Discord offers more customization, while Skype offers simple features but is more dependable and convenient. Therefore, Discord edges Skype out by a slight margin for its customizable features.
6. Call Recording
Skype has a definitive advantage over Discord in this department, as there is no in-built audio or video recording feature or option in Discord.
Users cannot record calls on Discord, while Skype does grant a call recording option for both video and audio calls.
It must be noted that the call recording feature in Skype is a recent addition, after frequent customer complaints about the lack of any call recording option.
It is also relatively simple to do so on Skype; click on the “+” icon and tap on “Start Recording.” This procedure works for both the desktop and mobile versions of Skype.
However, Discord users do not need to despair, as there is a way out for their call recording woes:
They can record calls by installing third-party apps ; however, there have been controversies regarding data breaches through third-party apps, so we’d advise treading with caution.
7. File Sharing
Both Discord and Skype allow their users to share multiple files with unlimited users; however, they seem to differ in the file volume that can be shared.
For Skype users, this limit is restricted to files up to 300MB. If the file volume exceeds this limit, the users will be redirected to OneDrive to share with as many users as they want.
Compared to Skype, Discord’s file volume limit varies, depending on free users and Nitro users. The file limit for free users is a rather mediocre 8MB, while Nitro users have an ample limit of 50MB.
The monthly subscription for Nitro costs $4.99, so if you’re looking for free options, Skype takes the win here.
When considered objectively, the Discord free version is somewhat limiting, and users will need to move onto Discord Nitro if they wish to post pictures or videos.
However, Discord does offer its users external cloud storage platforms. These storage platforms require bots to create shortcuts when exceeding the sharing limit and can be rather tedious. Overall, Skype seems to take the lead in file sharing.
8. The Interface
Both Skype and Discord have different interfaces, with Skype following a minimalistic layout and interface from its inception.
Since then, it has incorporated new updates and additions to account for new features that boost the user experience.
Skype has traditionally been considered a business tool, ideal for making landline and international calls, with perfect compatibility with most business apps.
On the other hand, Discord is not as easy to use as Skype because of its more complex layout.
Discord, unlike Skype, is much more than a VoIP app. The gaming community relies on it to stream gaming sessions; online fan clubs also use it to share content among their communities.
Instead of just an app used to make calls, Discords presents itself as a forum for peers to hang out online.
Additionally, due to its tilt towards the gaming community, Discord includes a unique feature, where each time a user makes a call, they are assigned a server. Other users can join this server without the original users having to leave their game.
This way, gamers can display their gaming skills to others in real-time. These calls are called drop-in calls and require no invites, meaning you can chat with anyone without them being your friend inside a server.
Due to its enhanced useability, Discord wins this category!
9. Supported Platforms
In this regard, Discord wins over Skype with a considerable lead. Discord allows users to sync with Facebook, Skype, Twitter, Steam, and many other apps, making it easy to find friends and families and connect with them.
It even allows you to check what music your friends are listening to on Spotify!
In contrast, Skype is considerably limited as it only syncs with Facebook. However, its value lies in its compatibility with business apps, notably Docs, Excel, and Powerpoint, as well as polls and whiteboard.
Recently, you will find Skype Business to be included in the Office 365 Suite, costing $8.99 as a whole.
Skype Vs. Discord: Which One Should You Choose?
These apps deliver much of the essential features that users expect from top VoIP apps, yet they cater to different sets of users.
While Skype allows you to make mobile and landline calls by buying credit online, Discord limits itself to only app-to-app communications.
Skype also offers bots that can be found using the search option. These bots include games and music bots, but compared to Discord, they’re somewhat limited.
Discord’s bots keep in spirit with its gaming audience and include a diverse range of features, including some that allow you to play games, play music or create memes.
In contrast, Skype is considerably business-oriented, allowing you to host large meetings with 250 participants.
All in all, both of these apps offer unique features for their intended audiences. How useful you find each app depends on the category you belong to.
If you’re a gamer who likes to connect with other gamers or stream videos, Discord is the choice for you. However, if you are a business professional looking to host video conferences, Skype is the better option.
In case that you want to record the desktop screen and the audio simultaneously, you should try Wondershare Filmora, which provides both the recording and editing tools.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
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Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
What would be a catchy but concise way to describe Discord? A modern voice and text communication app that’s free.
It’s also wildly popular with gamers, secure with DDoS protection, and compatible with desktops as well as mobiles.
And what if you had to describe Skype in a similar manner? An all-in-one app for voice calls, messaging, video conferencing, and file transfer that allows you to connect with others no matter where you are.
Employees need to rely on VoIP apps like Skype and Discord to maintain communication with their colleagues and clients.
You might be wondering which is the better option among the two? Is Skype better than Discord, given that it’s more popular and been around for longer?
Or is Discord more secure than Skype? Both these apps have different backgrounds and target different audiences. While Discord is more popular with gamers, Skype is readily used in offices.
Yet, at the same time, both offer similar sets of features that most users require from VoIP apps. So, let’s get into discussing which VoIP app is better: Skype or Discord?
Which Platform Is Better: Discord or Skype?
Our criteria will consider some aspects that are important when discussing communication platforms.
These include Privacy, Security, Sound Quality, Group Calls, Screen Sharing, Call Recording, File Sharing, The Interface, Supported platforms.
1. Privacy
Both Skype and Discord can be classified as VoIP apps because of their similar functionalities. However, there are also many differences in their features and who they cater to.
But when considering privacy, both apps seemed to be lacking.
Unfortunately, there have been reports of data breaches from both apps, with users complaining of having their locations and personal data compromised and leaked.
Neither of these apps promises complete privacy, and our recommendation would be to use them in combination with a reliable VPN service.
2. Security
Discord offers its users both DDoS and IP address protection, offering full client-to-server security.
On the other hand, Skype was rated poorly for its security but has recently upgraded its measures, hiding user’s IP addresses.
3. Sound Quality
Discord differs from Skype in its audio-transmission methods and data usage. Skype works much like a phone connection, transmitting audio data continuously, like a phone call. In contrast, Discord only sends audio data when a user speaks during a call.
Both apps differ in their recommended bandwidth, with Skype having an extensive bandwidth of 100 kbps for voice calls and Discord with only 64 kbps in comparison.
For this reason, we would rank Skype higher than Discord for sound quality and audio transmission.
4. Group Calls
When comparing the two for group calls, Skype trumps Discord as the better and more widely popular option.
With Skype, users can make group audio and video calls, with as many as 25 people at the same time. On the other hand, Discord limits the number of users who can join a group call to just 10.
Also, Skype allows users to make calls on other phone numbers, including landlines, while Discord only limits calls to other Discord users.
Overall, Skype comes through as a much better choice for group calling.
5. Screen Sharing
In this age of remote working, the need for screen-sharing has increased drastically to enhance professional collaboration.
In this regard, both Discord and Skype offer a decent screen-sharing experience.
With Skype, users can share their screens even during audio calls, and it is relatively easy to do so, requiring only a single click to start screen-sharing. Plus, it allows users to take a simple screenshot as well.
In comparison, Discord offers screen-sharing options that are more customizable and thorough, with more features for users to benefit from, such as fragmented sharing for people who don’t want to share their full screen.
When comparing the two, Discord offers more customization, while Skype offers simple features but is more dependable and convenient. Therefore, Discord edges Skype out by a slight margin for its customizable features.
6. Call Recording
Skype has a definitive advantage over Discord in this department, as there is no in-built audio or video recording feature or option in Discord.
Users cannot record calls on Discord, while Skype does grant a call recording option for both video and audio calls.
It must be noted that the call recording feature in Skype is a recent addition, after frequent customer complaints about the lack of any call recording option.
It is also relatively simple to do so on Skype; click on the “+” icon and tap on “Start Recording.” This procedure works for both the desktop and mobile versions of Skype.
However, Discord users do not need to despair, as there is a way out for their call recording woes:
They can record calls by installing third-party apps ; however, there have been controversies regarding data breaches through third-party apps, so we’d advise treading with caution.
7. File Sharing
Both Discord and Skype allow their users to share multiple files with unlimited users; however, they seem to differ in the file volume that can be shared.
For Skype users, this limit is restricted to files up to 300MB. If the file volume exceeds this limit, the users will be redirected to OneDrive to share with as many users as they want.
Compared to Skype, Discord’s file volume limit varies, depending on free users and Nitro users. The file limit for free users is a rather mediocre 8MB, while Nitro users have an ample limit of 50MB.
The monthly subscription for Nitro costs $4.99, so if you’re looking for free options, Skype takes the win here.
When considered objectively, the Discord free version is somewhat limiting, and users will need to move onto Discord Nitro if they wish to post pictures or videos.
However, Discord does offer its users external cloud storage platforms. These storage platforms require bots to create shortcuts when exceeding the sharing limit and can be rather tedious. Overall, Skype seems to take the lead in file sharing.
8. The Interface
Both Skype and Discord have different interfaces, with Skype following a minimalistic layout and interface from its inception.
Since then, it has incorporated new updates and additions to account for new features that boost the user experience.
Skype has traditionally been considered a business tool, ideal for making landline and international calls, with perfect compatibility with most business apps.
On the other hand, Discord is not as easy to use as Skype because of its more complex layout.
Discord, unlike Skype, is much more than a VoIP app. The gaming community relies on it to stream gaming sessions; online fan clubs also use it to share content among their communities.
Instead of just an app used to make calls, Discords presents itself as a forum for peers to hang out online.
Additionally, due to its tilt towards the gaming community, Discord includes a unique feature, where each time a user makes a call, they are assigned a server. Other users can join this server without the original users having to leave their game.
This way, gamers can display their gaming skills to others in real-time. These calls are called drop-in calls and require no invites, meaning you can chat with anyone without them being your friend inside a server.
Due to its enhanced useability, Discord wins this category!
9. Supported Platforms
In this regard, Discord wins over Skype with a considerable lead. Discord allows users to sync with Facebook, Skype, Twitter, Steam, and many other apps, making it easy to find friends and families and connect with them.
It even allows you to check what music your friends are listening to on Spotify!
In contrast, Skype is considerably limited as it only syncs with Facebook. However, its value lies in its compatibility with business apps, notably Docs, Excel, and Powerpoint, as well as polls and whiteboard.
Recently, you will find Skype Business to be included in the Office 365 Suite, costing $8.99 as a whole.
Skype Vs. Discord: Which One Should You Choose?
These apps deliver much of the essential features that users expect from top VoIP apps, yet they cater to different sets of users.
While Skype allows you to make mobile and landline calls by buying credit online, Discord limits itself to only app-to-app communications.
Skype also offers bots that can be found using the search option. These bots include games and music bots, but compared to Discord, they’re somewhat limited.
Discord’s bots keep in spirit with its gaming audience and include a diverse range of features, including some that allow you to play games, play music or create memes.
In contrast, Skype is considerably business-oriented, allowing you to host large meetings with 250 participants.
All in all, both of these apps offer unique features for their intended audiences. How useful you find each app depends on the category you belong to.
If you’re a gamer who likes to connect with other gamers or stream videos, Discord is the choice for you. However, if you are a business professional looking to host video conferences, Skype is the better option.
In case that you want to record the desktop screen and the audio simultaneously, you should try Wondershare Filmora, which provides both the recording and editing tools.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
What would be a catchy but concise way to describe Discord? A modern voice and text communication app that’s free.
It’s also wildly popular with gamers, secure with DDoS protection, and compatible with desktops as well as mobiles.
And what if you had to describe Skype in a similar manner? An all-in-one app for voice calls, messaging, video conferencing, and file transfer that allows you to connect with others no matter where you are.
Employees need to rely on VoIP apps like Skype and Discord to maintain communication with their colleagues and clients.
You might be wondering which is the better option among the two? Is Skype better than Discord, given that it’s more popular and been around for longer?
Or is Discord more secure than Skype? Both these apps have different backgrounds and target different audiences. While Discord is more popular with gamers, Skype is readily used in offices.
Yet, at the same time, both offer similar sets of features that most users require from VoIP apps. So, let’s get into discussing which VoIP app is better: Skype or Discord?
Which Platform Is Better: Discord or Skype?
Our criteria will consider some aspects that are important when discussing communication platforms.
These include Privacy, Security, Sound Quality, Group Calls, Screen Sharing, Call Recording, File Sharing, The Interface, Supported platforms.
1. Privacy
Both Skype and Discord can be classified as VoIP apps because of their similar functionalities. However, there are also many differences in their features and who they cater to.
But when considering privacy, both apps seemed to be lacking.
Unfortunately, there have been reports of data breaches from both apps, with users complaining of having their locations and personal data compromised and leaked.
Neither of these apps promises complete privacy, and our recommendation would be to use them in combination with a reliable VPN service.
2. Security
Discord offers its users both DDoS and IP address protection, offering full client-to-server security.
On the other hand, Skype was rated poorly for its security but has recently upgraded its measures, hiding user’s IP addresses.
3. Sound Quality
Discord differs from Skype in its audio-transmission methods and data usage. Skype works much like a phone connection, transmitting audio data continuously, like a phone call. In contrast, Discord only sends audio data when a user speaks during a call.
Both apps differ in their recommended bandwidth, with Skype having an extensive bandwidth of 100 kbps for voice calls and Discord with only 64 kbps in comparison.
For this reason, we would rank Skype higher than Discord for sound quality and audio transmission.
4. Group Calls
When comparing the two for group calls, Skype trumps Discord as the better and more widely popular option.
With Skype, users can make group audio and video calls, with as many as 25 people at the same time. On the other hand, Discord limits the number of users who can join a group call to just 10.
Also, Skype allows users to make calls on other phone numbers, including landlines, while Discord only limits calls to other Discord users.
Overall, Skype comes through as a much better choice for group calling.
5. Screen Sharing
In this age of remote working, the need for screen-sharing has increased drastically to enhance professional collaboration.
In this regard, both Discord and Skype offer a decent screen-sharing experience.
With Skype, users can share their screens even during audio calls, and it is relatively easy to do so, requiring only a single click to start screen-sharing. Plus, it allows users to take a simple screenshot as well.
In comparison, Discord offers screen-sharing options that are more customizable and thorough, with more features for users to benefit from, such as fragmented sharing for people who don’t want to share their full screen.
When comparing the two, Discord offers more customization, while Skype offers simple features but is more dependable and convenient. Therefore, Discord edges Skype out by a slight margin for its customizable features.
6. Call Recording
Skype has a definitive advantage over Discord in this department, as there is no in-built audio or video recording feature or option in Discord.
Users cannot record calls on Discord, while Skype does grant a call recording option for both video and audio calls.
It must be noted that the call recording feature in Skype is a recent addition, after frequent customer complaints about the lack of any call recording option.
It is also relatively simple to do so on Skype; click on the “+” icon and tap on “Start Recording.” This procedure works for both the desktop and mobile versions of Skype.
However, Discord users do not need to despair, as there is a way out for their call recording woes:
They can record calls by installing third-party apps ; however, there have been controversies regarding data breaches through third-party apps, so we’d advise treading with caution.
7. File Sharing
Both Discord and Skype allow their users to share multiple files with unlimited users; however, they seem to differ in the file volume that can be shared.
For Skype users, this limit is restricted to files up to 300MB. If the file volume exceeds this limit, the users will be redirected to OneDrive to share with as many users as they want.
Compared to Skype, Discord’s file volume limit varies, depending on free users and Nitro users. The file limit for free users is a rather mediocre 8MB, while Nitro users have an ample limit of 50MB.
The monthly subscription for Nitro costs $4.99, so if you’re looking for free options, Skype takes the win here.
When considered objectively, the Discord free version is somewhat limiting, and users will need to move onto Discord Nitro if they wish to post pictures or videos.
However, Discord does offer its users external cloud storage platforms. These storage platforms require bots to create shortcuts when exceeding the sharing limit and can be rather tedious. Overall, Skype seems to take the lead in file sharing.
8. The Interface
Both Skype and Discord have different interfaces, with Skype following a minimalistic layout and interface from its inception.
Since then, it has incorporated new updates and additions to account for new features that boost the user experience.
Skype has traditionally been considered a business tool, ideal for making landline and international calls, with perfect compatibility with most business apps.
On the other hand, Discord is not as easy to use as Skype because of its more complex layout.
Discord, unlike Skype, is much more than a VoIP app. The gaming community relies on it to stream gaming sessions; online fan clubs also use it to share content among their communities.
Instead of just an app used to make calls, Discords presents itself as a forum for peers to hang out online.
Additionally, due to its tilt towards the gaming community, Discord includes a unique feature, where each time a user makes a call, they are assigned a server. Other users can join this server without the original users having to leave their game.
This way, gamers can display their gaming skills to others in real-time. These calls are called drop-in calls and require no invites, meaning you can chat with anyone without them being your friend inside a server.
Due to its enhanced useability, Discord wins this category!
9. Supported Platforms
In this regard, Discord wins over Skype with a considerable lead. Discord allows users to sync with Facebook, Skype, Twitter, Steam, and many other apps, making it easy to find friends and families and connect with them.
It even allows you to check what music your friends are listening to on Spotify!
In contrast, Skype is considerably limited as it only syncs with Facebook. However, its value lies in its compatibility with business apps, notably Docs, Excel, and Powerpoint, as well as polls and whiteboard.
Recently, you will find Skype Business to be included in the Office 365 Suite, costing $8.99 as a whole.
Skype Vs. Discord: Which One Should You Choose?
These apps deliver much of the essential features that users expect from top VoIP apps, yet they cater to different sets of users.
While Skype allows you to make mobile and landline calls by buying credit online, Discord limits itself to only app-to-app communications.
Skype also offers bots that can be found using the search option. These bots include games and music bots, but compared to Discord, they’re somewhat limited.
Discord’s bots keep in spirit with its gaming audience and include a diverse range of features, including some that allow you to play games, play music or create memes.
In contrast, Skype is considerably business-oriented, allowing you to host large meetings with 250 participants.
All in all, both of these apps offer unique features for their intended audiences. How useful you find each app depends on the category you belong to.
If you’re a gamer who likes to connect with other gamers or stream videos, Discord is the choice for you. However, if you are a business professional looking to host video conferences, Skype is the better option.
In case that you want to record the desktop screen and the audio simultaneously, you should try Wondershare Filmora, which provides both the recording and editing tools.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
What would be a catchy but concise way to describe Discord? A modern voice and text communication app that’s free.
It’s also wildly popular with gamers, secure with DDoS protection, and compatible with desktops as well as mobiles.
And what if you had to describe Skype in a similar manner? An all-in-one app for voice calls, messaging, video conferencing, and file transfer that allows you to connect with others no matter where you are.
Employees need to rely on VoIP apps like Skype and Discord to maintain communication with their colleagues and clients.
You might be wondering which is the better option among the two? Is Skype better than Discord, given that it’s more popular and been around for longer?
Or is Discord more secure than Skype? Both these apps have different backgrounds and target different audiences. While Discord is more popular with gamers, Skype is readily used in offices.
Yet, at the same time, both offer similar sets of features that most users require from VoIP apps. So, let’s get into discussing which VoIP app is better: Skype or Discord?
Which Platform Is Better: Discord or Skype?
Our criteria will consider some aspects that are important when discussing communication platforms.
These include Privacy, Security, Sound Quality, Group Calls, Screen Sharing, Call Recording, File Sharing, The Interface, Supported platforms.
1. Privacy
Both Skype and Discord can be classified as VoIP apps because of their similar functionalities. However, there are also many differences in their features and who they cater to.
But when considering privacy, both apps seemed to be lacking.
Unfortunately, there have been reports of data breaches from both apps, with users complaining of having their locations and personal data compromised and leaked.
Neither of these apps promises complete privacy, and our recommendation would be to use them in combination with a reliable VPN service.
2. Security
Discord offers its users both DDoS and IP address protection, offering full client-to-server security.
On the other hand, Skype was rated poorly for its security but has recently upgraded its measures, hiding user’s IP addresses.
3. Sound Quality
Discord differs from Skype in its audio-transmission methods and data usage. Skype works much like a phone connection, transmitting audio data continuously, like a phone call. In contrast, Discord only sends audio data when a user speaks during a call.
Both apps differ in their recommended bandwidth, with Skype having an extensive bandwidth of 100 kbps for voice calls and Discord with only 64 kbps in comparison.
For this reason, we would rank Skype higher than Discord for sound quality and audio transmission.
4. Group Calls
When comparing the two for group calls, Skype trumps Discord as the better and more widely popular option.
With Skype, users can make group audio and video calls, with as many as 25 people at the same time. On the other hand, Discord limits the number of users who can join a group call to just 10.
Also, Skype allows users to make calls on other phone numbers, including landlines, while Discord only limits calls to other Discord users.
Overall, Skype comes through as a much better choice for group calling.
5. Screen Sharing
In this age of remote working, the need for screen-sharing has increased drastically to enhance professional collaboration.
In this regard, both Discord and Skype offer a decent screen-sharing experience.
With Skype, users can share their screens even during audio calls, and it is relatively easy to do so, requiring only a single click to start screen-sharing. Plus, it allows users to take a simple screenshot as well.
In comparison, Discord offers screen-sharing options that are more customizable and thorough, with more features for users to benefit from, such as fragmented sharing for people who don’t want to share their full screen.
When comparing the two, Discord offers more customization, while Skype offers simple features but is more dependable and convenient. Therefore, Discord edges Skype out by a slight margin for its customizable features.
6. Call Recording
Skype has a definitive advantage over Discord in this department, as there is no in-built audio or video recording feature or option in Discord.
Users cannot record calls on Discord, while Skype does grant a call recording option for both video and audio calls.
It must be noted that the call recording feature in Skype is a recent addition, after frequent customer complaints about the lack of any call recording option.
It is also relatively simple to do so on Skype; click on the “+” icon and tap on “Start Recording.” This procedure works for both the desktop and mobile versions of Skype.
However, Discord users do not need to despair, as there is a way out for their call recording woes:
They can record calls by installing third-party apps ; however, there have been controversies regarding data breaches through third-party apps, so we’d advise treading with caution.
7. File Sharing
Both Discord and Skype allow their users to share multiple files with unlimited users; however, they seem to differ in the file volume that can be shared.
For Skype users, this limit is restricted to files up to 300MB. If the file volume exceeds this limit, the users will be redirected to OneDrive to share with as many users as they want.
Compared to Skype, Discord’s file volume limit varies, depending on free users and Nitro users. The file limit for free users is a rather mediocre 8MB, while Nitro users have an ample limit of 50MB.
The monthly subscription for Nitro costs $4.99, so if you’re looking for free options, Skype takes the win here.
When considered objectively, the Discord free version is somewhat limiting, and users will need to move onto Discord Nitro if they wish to post pictures or videos.
However, Discord does offer its users external cloud storage platforms. These storage platforms require bots to create shortcuts when exceeding the sharing limit and can be rather tedious. Overall, Skype seems to take the lead in file sharing.
8. The Interface
Both Skype and Discord have different interfaces, with Skype following a minimalistic layout and interface from its inception.
Since then, it has incorporated new updates and additions to account for new features that boost the user experience.
Skype has traditionally been considered a business tool, ideal for making landline and international calls, with perfect compatibility with most business apps.
On the other hand, Discord is not as easy to use as Skype because of its more complex layout.
Discord, unlike Skype, is much more than a VoIP app. The gaming community relies on it to stream gaming sessions; online fan clubs also use it to share content among their communities.
Instead of just an app used to make calls, Discords presents itself as a forum for peers to hang out online.
Additionally, due to its tilt towards the gaming community, Discord includes a unique feature, where each time a user makes a call, they are assigned a server. Other users can join this server without the original users having to leave their game.
This way, gamers can display their gaming skills to others in real-time. These calls are called drop-in calls and require no invites, meaning you can chat with anyone without them being your friend inside a server.
Due to its enhanced useability, Discord wins this category!
9. Supported Platforms
In this regard, Discord wins over Skype with a considerable lead. Discord allows users to sync with Facebook, Skype, Twitter, Steam, and many other apps, making it easy to find friends and families and connect with them.
It even allows you to check what music your friends are listening to on Spotify!
In contrast, Skype is considerably limited as it only syncs with Facebook. However, its value lies in its compatibility with business apps, notably Docs, Excel, and Powerpoint, as well as polls and whiteboard.
Recently, you will find Skype Business to be included in the Office 365 Suite, costing $8.99 as a whole.
Skype Vs. Discord: Which One Should You Choose?
These apps deliver much of the essential features that users expect from top VoIP apps, yet they cater to different sets of users.
While Skype allows you to make mobile and landline calls by buying credit online, Discord limits itself to only app-to-app communications.
Skype also offers bots that can be found using the search option. These bots include games and music bots, but compared to Discord, they’re somewhat limited.
Discord’s bots keep in spirit with its gaming audience and include a diverse range of features, including some that allow you to play games, play music or create memes.
In contrast, Skype is considerably business-oriented, allowing you to host large meetings with 250 participants.
All in all, both of these apps offer unique features for their intended audiences. How useful you find each app depends on the category you belong to.
If you’re a gamer who likes to connect with other gamers or stream videos, Discord is the choice for you. However, if you are a business professional looking to host video conferences, Skype is the better option.
In case that you want to record the desktop screen and the audio simultaneously, you should try Wondershare Filmora, which provides both the recording and editing tools.
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