Quick answer
Select Start Verification, enter a real mobile number that isn’t linked to another Discord account, and type the SMS code. Discord doesn’t accept VoIP, burner or landline numbers. Seeing a rate limit or “recently used” error? Wait 24–48 hours. Need the email instead? User Settings > My Account > Resend Verification Email, and allowlist Discord’s addresses.
Does this match what you see?
- Discord shows “Verification Required” and you can’t chat.
- Discord says your phone number is invalid.
- You’re told the number was used recently or is on another account.
- The verification email didn’t arrive or expired.
Computer (browser)iPhone & iPadAndroid
Based on Discord Support’s “Verification Required FAQ”, “Resending the verification email” and “How to Remove a Phone Number From a Discord Account”, read on November 7, 2026.
Why this happens: the possible causes
What Discord says can trigger Verification Required.
- A server requires verified membersCheck this first
Some servers only allow verified accounts.
- Activity that looks like spamCheck this first
Joining many servers quickly, messaging many non-friends, or sending messages faster than a human could.
- Third-party clients or modificationsPossible
Discord lists using third-party clients or modified Discord as a trigger.
Try these 60-second checks first
- Use your own mobile number, not an online or virtual number.
- Check the number is correct, including the country code.
How to fix it, step by step
Work through these in order. They start with the quickest, safest checks and only move to steps that sign you out or remove data later.
Fix 1: Verify your phone number
Discord’s steps for phone verification.
- Select Start Verification.
- Enter a valid mobile number that isn’t linked to another Discord account.
- Wait for the SMS, then enter the code.
Discord says it uses your number for safety and security. Separately, you can opt in to Find Your Friends to find people from your contacts.
Did it work? The Verification Required message is gone.
Did Fix 1 solve it?
Great, you fixed it with Fix 1. Tell us it worked, or bookmark this page in case it happens again.
Fix 2: Resend the verification email
For new accounts whose verification email expired or never arrived.
iPhone & iPad
- Tap your avatar (bottom right) > Account.
- Tap the Verify banner at the top.
- Follow the steps in the email.
Android
- Tap your avatar (bottom right) > Account.
- Tap the Verify banner at the top.
- Follow the steps in the email.
Computer (browser)
- Open User Settings (cogwheel, bottom left).
- On My Account, click the Resend Verification Email banner at the top.
- Follow the steps in the email.
Still nothing? Discord says to allowlist notifications@discord.com, support@discord.com and noreply@discord.com, then request it again, ideally from a different device. On a phone, try mobile data. Our tip: check your spam or junk folder too.
Did it work? You click the link and your email shows as verified.
Did Fix 2 solve it?
Great, you fixed it with Fix 2. Tell us it worked, or bookmark this page in case it happens again.
Phone number errors
Discord’s fixes for each error are in the table near the top of this guide. The most common: VoIP, burner and landline numbers aren’t accepted, and after a rate limit you need to wait 24–48 hours. Our note: services that sell “Discord verification numbers” are VoIP or shared numbers; avoid them.
Your number is on another account
Discord says a number can only be on one account. Remove it from the other account first:
- Computer: User Settings > My Account > Remove next to your phone, then enter your password.
- Mobile: avatar > cogwheel > Account > Phone > Remove Phone Number.
Accidentally made an account with just your phone number? Discord says: open a private (incognito) window, go to the Discord login page, enter the phone number instead of an email and select Forgot your password? Enter the SMS code, set a password and log in. Add an email that isn’t on another account, confirm it, then remove the phone number so you can add it to your main account.
Why Discord asks you to verify
Discord says verification helps confirm an account is likely not spam and adds a barrier against malicious activity. It isn’t a punishment. If your account was disabled or banned instead, see Discord account disabled.
Error messages and what they mean
These are the messages as people report seeing them. The exact wording on your screen can differ by app version, language and region, so match the meaning, not every word.
Seeing a different message? Try the error message decoder.
Invalid phone number- What it usually means
- Discord doesn’t accept VoIP, burner or landline numbers.
- What to do
- Use a valid mobile number and re-enter it. If it keeps failing, contact support.
Rate limit, or number recently used- What it usually means
- Too many attempts, or the number was used recently.
- What to do
- Discord says wait 24–48 hours before trying again. See rate limited.
Number linked to an existing account- What it usually means
- The number is already on another Discord account.
- What to do
- Remove it from that account first.
Captcha won’t complete- What it usually means
- The security check failed.
- What to do
- Discord says contact support.
How to know it worked
- Your phone or email is verified and you can use Discord normally.
Still not working? Your next steps
- Still blocked after waiting? See contact Discord Support. Can’t log in at all? See can’t log in to Discord.
Official help routes
SocialAppFix can’t see or change your account. For account decisions, recovery and appeals, only the platform’s own tools can help. These links go to the official sites.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Discord say Verification Required?
Discord says it’s an anti-spam check, triggered by things like joining a verified-only server, joining many servers quickly, messaging many non-friends, or using third-party clients.
Why won’t Discord accept my phone number?
Discord doesn’t accept VoIP, burner or landline numbers, or a number already on another Discord account.
How long do I wait after a Discord phone rate limit?
Discord says 24 to 48 hours.
I didn’t get Discord’s verification email. What now?
Resend it from User Settings > My Account, allowlist Discord’s email addresses, and try from a different device or on mobile data.
Did this solve your problem?
Your answer stays in your browser — nothing is sent or stored. The “tell us” link opens your own email app.
Out of date or didn’t work? Email us — never include passwords or codes.
Sources and how we checked this guide
We base steps on the platforms’ own help pages and the phone makers’ official guides. Menu names change often and can differ by device, app version and region. Where a platform page could not be independently read, we link it so you can check the current wording yourself.
- Verification Required FAQ (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Resending the verification email (external site, opens in a new tab)
- How to Remove a Phone Number From a Discord Account (external site, opens in a new tab)
Last reviewed 7 November 2026 by the SocialAppFix editorial team against the sources above. Next scheduled review: 7 May 2027. Editor: Michael Michael. How we write and review guides.
What changed
- 7 November 2026: First published.
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