Custom emojis let you personalize your Discord server by uploading unique images that express your community's personality. You can add up to 50 custom emojis to any server and Nitro subscribers can use them anywhere on Discord.

What this article covers:

Adding Custom Emoji
- Through Server Settings
- Through Emoji Picker
Animated Custom Emojis
Twitch Sub Emotes
Frequently Asked Questions

Adding a Custom Emoji

Note: If you're not the server owner or don't have the Create Expressions permission enabled, you won't be able to add emojis to that server.

Every server by default can add up to 50 custom emojis that any active server members can use within the server. If any user is a Nitro subscriber, they’ll be able to use the custom emojis from any server anywhere in Discord where emojis can be used!

Through Server Settings

1. To upload custom emojis, choose the server where you would like to add custom emojis.

2. Head into your Server Settings by selecting the drop-down menu located next to the server name.

3. Once redirected, choose the Emoji tab to and press Upload Emoji to upload a custom emoji.

Navigating to Emoji Tab to Upload an Emoji

Keep in mind:

Emoji names must be at least 2 characters long and can only contain alphanumeric characters and underscores
Emojis must be under 256KB in size

Tip: Any user who is an active member of a server is able to use all uploaded custom emoji within that server, and any users who have a Nitro subscription will be able to use the server’s custom emojis anywhere on Discord where emojis can be used.

Through Emoji Picker

Important: The Emoji Picker on Discord's desktop app and browser now includes Emoji Studio, a feature that's gradually rolling out to all users. Emoji Studio is not available on mobile.

1. In the Emoji Picker, select Add Emoji to open Emoji Studio.

Add Emoji Button in Emoji Picker

2. Choose a file to upload. Supported formats include JPEG, PNG, GIF, and WEBP.

3. Customize your emoji by resizing, rotating, or zooming. You can also give it a name and select which server to upload it to.

Example of Customizing an Emoji in Emoji Studio

4. When you're finished, select Upload Emoji.

Upload Emoji Button

Animated Custom Emojis

In addition to the 50 static custom emojis, if you have Nitro or Nitro Basic, you'll have an extra 50 slots available for animated ones too! Sometimes, just typing out 😓 😤 isn't enough to fully express your final exam grind (which btw, you're going to ace). With animated custom emojis, Nelly feels the heat too.

Example of Animated Emoji in Chat

Note: The same naming and sizing requirements listed above apply to the animated custom emojis.

Twitch Sub Emotes

Subbed to some of your favorite streamers on Twitch? If the streamer has enabled their Twitch emotes for subs, you can use their custom emojis globally!

Important: Although animated Twitch emotes will sync into your server, they will be static-only. If you would like to add animated Twitch emotes to your server, you will have to upload them manually.

For this to work, you'll need to:

Sync your Twitch account with Discord
Make sure you're currently subscribed to their channel
Join the streamer's sub-enabled server

Note: Please make sure your custom emojis follow Discord Terms of Service and Community Guidelines. If you have additional questions about Custom Emojis, be sure to let our Support Team know via http://dis.gd/contact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many custom emojis can I upload to my Discord server?

A: Every server can add up to 50 static custom emojis by default. Servers with Nitro or Nitro Basic subscriptions can add an additional 50 animated custom emojis, for a total of 100 custom emojis.

Q: What are the file requirements for uploading custom emojis?

A: Custom emojis must be under 256KB in size and use supported formats like JPEG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP. Emoji names must be at least 2 characters long and can only contain alphanumeric characters and underscores.

Q: Can I use my server's custom emojis on other servers?

A: Custom emojis are only usable on the server where they were uploaded unless you have Discord Nitro or Nitro Basic. With a Nitro subscription, you can use custom emojis from any server anywhere on Discord.

Q: How do I add animated custom emojis to my server?

A: Upload animated emojis (GIF format) the same way you would upload static emojis through Server Settings > Emoji tab. However, you'll need Nitro or Nitro Basic to unlock the additional 50 animated emoji slots for your server.

Q: Can I use Twitch subscriber emotes on Discord?

A: Yes! Sync your Twitch account with Discord, make sure you're subscribed to the streamer's channel, and join their sub-enabled Discord server. You'll then be able to use their Twitch emotes globally on Discord.

Q: Why are my Twitch emotes appearing as static instead of animated?

A: Animated Twitch emotes sync to Discord as static images only. If you want to use animated versions, you'll need to upload them manually as custom emojis to your server.

Q: Who can upload custom emojis to a server?

A: The server owner and anyone with the Manage Emojis or Create Expressions permission can upload custom emojis to a server.

Q: What's the difference between custom emojis and animated custom emojis?

A: Custom emojis are static images, while animated custom emojis are GIF files that play animations. Both count toward your server's emoji limit, but animated emojis require a separate 50-slot allocation that's only available with Nitro or Nitro Basic.