How to Gift and Redeem Discord Nitro: Desktop & Phone

This guide walks you through gifting Discord Nitro to a friend and redeeming a Nitro gift on both desktop and mobile. You’ll learn the exact steps for each platform, common pitfalls to avoid, and what to do if a gift code doesn’t work.

What You’ll Need

A Discord account (yours for gifting, the recipient’s for redeeming).
A payment method (credit/debit card, PayPal, or Nitro gift card) if you’re buying the gift.
For gifting: the recipient must be a Discord user, and you need their username or a direct message open.
For redeeming: a valid Nitro gift link or code.

Step-by-Step

Gifting Nitro on Desktop

Open Discord on your desktop (Windows, Mac, or Linux) and log in.
Click the gear icon (User Settings) at the bottom left, next to your username.
In the left sidebar, select Nitro.
On the Nitro page, you’ll see the available plans (Nitro and Nitro Basic). Click Gift next to the plan you want to gift.
Choose the gift duration: 1 month, 3 months, or yearly (if available).
Select a payment method and complete the purchase. Discord will generate a unique gift link.
Click Copy to copy the gift link, or click Send to send it directly to a friend via Discord DM. Alternatively, you can save the link and share it later.

Gifting Nitro on Phone (iOS/Android)

Open the Discord app on your phone and log in.
Tap your avatar in the bottom right corner to open User Settings.
Tap Nitro (under the Billing section).
Tap Gift next to the plan you want to gift.
Select the duration (1 month, 3 months, etc.) and confirm the price.
Choose your payment method and complete the purchase.
After purchase, you’ll see a screen with the gift link. Tap Copy Link to share it, or tap Send to choose a friend from your DM list.

Redeeming Nitro on Desktop

Open Discord on your desktop and log in.
Click the gift link you received. If you’re on the web, it will open a page asking you to confirm the redemption.
If you’re in the desktop app, the link may open a popup. Click Accept Gift.
If you’re not logged in, you’ll be prompted to log in first. Make sure you’re logged into the account you want to redeem the Nitro on.
Confirm the redemption. The Nitro will be applied to your account immediately.

Redeeming Nitro on Phone

Open the Discord app on your phone and log in.
Tap the gift link you received. It will open in the app or in your browser.
If it opens in a browser, you may need to tap Open in Discord to continue in the app.
Tap Accept Gift.
Confirm the redemption. The Nitro will be applied to your account.

Common Mistakes

Gifting to the wrong account: Double-check the username or DM before sending. Once redeemed, the gift is tied to that account.
Redeeming on the wrong account: If you’re already logged in on multiple accounts, ensure you’re on the correct one before clicking Accept.
Using an expired link: Gift links typically expire after 30 days if not redeemed. Check the expiration date on the link.
Region restrictions: Some Nitro gifts may not be redeemable in certain countries due to regional pricing or restrictions.
Payment issues: If your payment fails, the gift won’t be generated. Check your payment method and try again.

Tips

Gift the right tier: Nitro Basic offers a few perks, while full Nitro includes all benefits. Make sure you’re gifting the one the recipient wants.
Use a gift card: If you don’t want to use a credit card, you can buy a Discord Nitro gift card from retailers and redeem it yourself to generate a gift link.
Check for promotions: Discord sometimes offers discounted Nitro gifts for the first month. Look for banners in the Nitro tab.
Send the link securely: If you’re sharing the link via email or text, make sure it’s only with the intended recipient. Anyone with the link can redeem it.
Redeem quickly: To avoid the link expiring, redeem it as soon as you receive it.

Troubleshooting

Gift link doesn’t work:

Check that the link is complete and hasn’t been truncated. Copy the full link from the source.
Make sure the link hasn’t expired. If it has, ask the sender to generate a new one.
Try opening the link in a private/incognito browser window to rule out cache issues.

Payment is declined when gifting:

Verify your payment method has sufficient funds and is accepted by Discord (credit/debit, PayPal, etc.).
Try a different payment method.
Contact your bank if the transaction is blocked.

Nitro not showing after redemption:

Log out and log back in to refresh your account status.
Check your Nitro tab in User Settings to see if the subscription is active.
If it’s a gift, the recipient may have already had Nitro; the gift will extend the subscription after the current one ends.

“This gift has already been redeemed” error:

This means the link was already used. Ask the sender to confirm they didn’t redeem it themselves or share it with someone else.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I gift Nitro to someone who already has Nitro?
Yes, the gift will extend their subscription time after their current Nitro expires.

Can I redeem a Nitro gift if I already have Nitro?
Yes, the gift will add the time to your existing subscription. It doesn’t stack immediately; it extends after your current period ends.

Do Nitro gifts expire?
Yes, gift links are typically valid for 30 days from the date of purchase. After that, they become invalid.

Can I gift Nitro to someone in another country?
Generally yes, but there may be regional restrictions. If the recipient’s account is in a different country, the gift may not be redeemable due to pricing differences. Discord will usually show a warning if that’s the case.

Can I buy a Nitro gift with Nitro gift cards?
Yes, you can redeem a Nitro gift card on your account, then use the credit to purchase a gift for someone else.

Can I redeem a Nitro gift on mobile if I received it on desktop?
Yes, the gift link works on both platforms. Just open it on your phone and follow the redemption steps.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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