Make your name stand out with Nameplates! These special designs customize how your name appears in your direct messages (DMs), group chats and servers, giving your name that extra fun and flair wherever you go on Discord.

What are nameplates?

Nameplates are unique designs that let you customize how your display name appears on Discord. While Avatar Decorations and Profile Effects let you personalize your profile, Nameplates let you add more flair to your name so it stands out with style in your DMs, group chats, and servers.

Example of a Nameplate

How can I purchase a Nameplate?

Desktop/Browser

Option 1

You can head over to the Shop to preview and purchase Nameplates.
1. Navigate to your Direct Messages list by selecting the Discord app icon in the upper-left corner.

Direct Messages Icon

2. Then, press the Shop tab [] to the right of the server list to enter the Shop! 

Shop tab

3. Once directed to the Shop, you can preview and buy Nameplates which get  added to your collection. 

Example of Nameplates in the Shop

Option 2

1. To access your User Settings, select the cogwheel icon [] in the lower-left corner of the app, then navigate to the Profiles section. 

Cogwheel Icon

2. Once there, you will see the banner to the Shop where you can select Check it out. You can also select Change Nameplate and select the Shop icon [].  

Access Shop via User Settings

3. Once directed to the Shop, you can preview and buy Nameplates to add to your collection.

How do I apply a Nameplate?

Desktop/Browser

1. On the desktop app or web app, head into your User Settings by selecting the cogwheel []. 

Cogwheel Icon

2. Once directed to your User Settings, select the Profiles tab to view your profile settings. 

3. Then, press the Change Nameplate button to open the Nameplate selection menu. 

Change Nameplate Button

4. Once you have chosen the Nameplate you would like, select Apply.

Selecting a Nameplate

5. After you apply your selected Nameplate, confirm your changes by selecting Save Changes. 

Save Changes Button

Where do Nameplates appear?

After applying a Nameplate, it will be visible across several key areas of Discord:

• User Settings bar

Example of Nameplate in User Settings Bar

• Your DMs and Group Chats

Example of Nameplate in DMs

• Members Lists within Servers, Channels, and Threads

Example of Nameplate in Members List 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can everyone see my Nameplate or just me?
A: Everyone can see your Nameplate.

Q: Do Nitro subscribers get discounts on Nameplates?
A: Yes, Nitro subscribers receive discounts on all items in the Shop, including Nameplates.
Q: Are Nameplates available to purchase and edit on mobile?
A: Currently, you can only purchase and edit Nameplates on desktop. However, Nameplates are visible on both desktop and mobile devices.
Q: Can I get a refund for my Nameplate purchase?
A: While Nameplates are generally non-refundable, as stated in our Refund Policy, if you purchased one during our experimental phase (before April 21, 2025), you can submit a refund request to Discord support here by May 5th, 2025. Otherwise, all Nameplate purchases are final.

Q: Can I refund Nitro after buying a Nameplate?
A: No, if you’ve purchased a Nameplate within 5 days of starting or renewing your Nitro subscription, you will not be eligible to refund that Nitro subscription.
Q: Can Nameplates be turned off? I don't want to see them.
A: Nameplates cannot be turned off, but you can go to User Settings > Accessibility > Enable Reduced Motion to minimize Nameplate animations and effects.
Q: I purchased a nameplate but I don’t see it on my name?
A: Currently, Nameplates show when you are active on Discord so ensure you are not in invisible mode or offline.