How to Cancel Discord Nitro
Discord Nitro adds custom emojis, larger file uploads, HD streaming, and server boosts. You can cancel through Discord settings. The free tier still provides full messaging and voice chat.
Steps verified March 2026
Quick Facts
Monthly cost
£4.99/mo
£49.99/year
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
No refunds. Nitro perks end at the end of the billing period.
After cancellation
Account, messages, and servers fully retained on the free tier.
What to Watch Out For
- Server boosts removal after cancellation not clearly warned
- Annual plan auto-renewal with no prominent reminder
- Premium features mixed into the free experience make it hard to know what you will lose
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to Discord Nitro cancellation pageOpen Discord settings
Click the gear icon next to your username.
Go to "Subscriptions"
In the left sidebar, click "Subscriptions" or "Nitro".
Click "Cancel"
Select the cancel subscription option.
Confirm cancellation
Follow the prompts. Nitro perks end at the end of the billing period.
Tips & Things to Know
- Server boosts you have active will be removed when Nitro expires.
- Custom emojis in your messages remain but you cannot add new ones from other servers.
- Your uploaded files over 25MB remain accessible but you cannot upload new large files.
Your Consumer Rights
- You have 14 days to cancel under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to my server boosts?
Active server boosts are removed when your Nitro subscription ends.
Do I lose my custom emoji access?
You can no longer use emojis from other servers, but existing messages with them remain.
Can I still use Discord for free?
Yes, free Discord provides full messaging, voice, and video chat. Nitro adds cosmetic and quality upgrades.
What about files I uploaded over 25MB?
Previously uploaded large files remain accessible, but you cannot upload new files over 25MB.
Does cancelling affect my Discord account?
No, your account, servers, messages, and friends list are completely unaffected.
Annual Cost
£49.99
per year for Discord Nitro
Cancelling saves you this every year