Your Discord Server Profile is the first impression of your server. Customizing it helps showcase what your server is all about—whether its gaming, learning, or socializing. A well-crafted profile attracts the right community members or can show what your friend group is all about. Let’s explore how to make yours stand out!
What are Server Profiles?
Server Profiles are customizable information cards that showcase the identity and community of both personal and community Discord servers. Whether it's a friend's private server or a larger community space, these profiles display key details like the server's name, description, icon, games, and unique traits. They help potential members understand what your server is about before joining and appear when users explore or discover servers across Discord.
Server admins and owners can customize their server's profile to highlight unique interests, set expectations for new members, and make their community more discoverable to like-minded individuals.
How to Customize a Server Profile
To customize your server profile, navigate to your Server Settings by selecting the dropdown arrow [] next to your server's name. You'll be taken directly to the Server Profile tab.
Navigating to your Server Profile
Here are the customization options available:
- Name - Choose a clear, memorable identity for your server
- Icon - Upload a distinctive symbol that represents your community
- Banner - Pick a banner to add color to your server profile
- Traits - Select tags that describe your server's focus and promote discovery
- Description - Write an engaging overview of your community
- Games - List the games your community plays or discusses
- Private Profile - Control who can view your server's details
Name
Your server's name is its identity- it's the first thing people see when they discover your community. Make it clear, memorable, and representative of what your server is about.
To update your server's name, look for the Name field at the top of the Server Profile page.
When you're finished, press Save Changes to confirm your updates.
Adding a Name to your Server Profile
Save Changes Button
Icon
Your server's icon is a visual representation of your community that appears in Discord's server list and search results. A custom icon helps your server stand out and makes it instantly recognizable.
To update your server's icon, press the Change Server Icon button or select the current icon in the Server Profile tab.
Press Save Changes to apply your updates.
Adding an Icon to your Server Profile
Save Changes Button
Banner
A server banner is a large header color that appears at the top of your server profile.
To update your server's banner in the Server Profile tab, select a color tile in the Banner section.
Select Save Changes when you're done.
Adding a Banner to your Server Profile
Save Changes Button
Traits
Traits are descriptive tags that help categorize and identify your server's focus areas. These tags make it easier for potential members to find communities that match their interests.
To add or edit traits in the Server Profile tab, select a trait box and type your desired trait. You can also include an emoji by pressing the emoji icon [] in the trait box.
Remember to select Save Changes to apply your updates.
Adding Traits to your Server Profile
Save Changes Button
Description
Your server's description is a detailed explanation of your server’s personality and purpose.
To add or edit your server's description in the Server Profile tab, locate the Description field and begin typing in the text box below.
Press Save Changes to apply your updates.
Adding a Description to your Server Profile
Save Changes Button
Games
If your server is focused on gaming, you can specify which games your server plays or discusses. To add or edit games in the Server Profile tab, locate the Games section. You can either select games from the available options or search for specific games by typing in the game field.
You can also remove a game from the list by pressing the checkmark [] n the upper-right corner of the game.
Selecting Games to Add to your Server Profile
Checkmark Icon in the Upper-right Corner of a Game
Private Profile
The Private Profile option allows you to control the visibility of your server's profile. When enabled, your server's profile information will only be visible to members who have already joined the server.
- Enable server discovery
- Enable server widget
- Create an announcement channel
In the Server Profile tab, find and toggle the Private Profile switch to control visibility.