6 Ways to Find Your Discord User ID: A Quick Guide for Desktop and Mobile

The fastest way to find a Discord User ID is to turn on Developer Mode, then use “Copy User ID” on a profile, message author, or server member. Discord User IDs are unique numeric identifiers, not the same as usernames, display names, or tags. Discord documents Developer Mode as the standard way to copy IDs inside the app [source: Discord].

TLDR: Turn on Developer Mode, then right click or long press a user and choose Copy User ID. For example, if a moderator asks for the ID of a spam account, send the number you copied, not the username. In a server with 5,000 members, names can change often, but the ID stays fixed. Expect to waste 20 seconds if Developer Mode is off, because the copy option simply will not appear.

Why Discord User IDs Matter

A Discord User ID is a long string of numbers tied to one account. It does not change when someone edits their profile name. That makes it useful for reports, moderation, bot setup, account checks, and support tickets.

Honestly, it feels like Discord hides this more than it should. The option is not visible by default. You must enable Developer Mode first, on both desktop and mobile.

1. Find Your Discord User ID on Desktop

This is the cleanest method if you use the desktop app or Discord in a browser.

1. Open Discord on Windows, Mac, Linux, or web.
2. Click the gear icon near your username.
3. Go to Advanced.
4. Turn on Developer Mode.
5. Close settings.
6. Click your profile area in the lower left.
7. Right click your name or open the profile menu.
8. Select Copy User ID.

Your ID is now copied to your clipboard. Paste it into Notes, a support form, or a moderation report. It should look like a long number, usually 17 to 19 digits.

2. Find Your Discord User ID on Mobile

The mobile steps are similar, but the menus are tucked away. This works on iPhone, iPad, and Android.

1. Open the Discord app.
2. Tap your profile picture in the bottom bar.
3. Tap the gear icon if needed.
4. Open Advanced.
5. Turn on Developer Mode.
6. Go back to your profile.
7. Tap the three dot menu or profile options.
8. Tap Copy User ID.

If you do not see the option right away, fully close the profile screen and open it again. It drives me crazy that the mobile app sometimes needs that extra tap before the new option shows.

3. Copy a User ID from a Message on Desktop

This is useful when you need the ID of someone who posted in a channel. It also helps when usernames are similar.

• Make sure Developer Mode is on.
• Find a message from the person.
• Right click their username or avatar.
• Choose Copy User ID.

Be careful not to choose Copy Message Link by mistake. A message link is useful in some reports, but it is not the same as the user’s account ID.

4. Copy a User ID from a Message on Mobile

Mobile users can grab IDs from chat too. This is often faster than opening a full profile.

• Turn on Developer Mode.
• Press and hold the user’s avatar or name in chat.
• Open the profile card if it appears.
• Tap the three dot menu.
• Select Copy User ID.

This method is handy for reporting spam, scams, or harassment. If the message disappears later, the copied ID can still help a moderator identify the account.

5. Find a User ID from the Server Member List

You do not always need a message. If the person is still in the server, use the member list.

1. Open the server.
2. Open the member list on the right side of desktop, or tap the member icon on mobile.
3. Find the user.
4. Right click on desktop, or tap and hold on mobile.
5. Choose Copy User ID.

This is a solid method for moderators. It reduces confusion when several people use the same display name, avatar style, or nickname.

6. Use a Trusted Bot or Mod Tool

Some moderation bots can show user IDs with commands such as userinfo, whois, or similar. The exact command depends on the bot. Use this only with bots you trust and already use in your server.

A good bot output may show the user’s name, account creation date, joined date, roles, and User ID. That can save time during moderation reviews. Still, do not invite a random bot just to find one ID. That is not worth the risk.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Copying the username: A name can change. The numeric ID is what you need.
• Copying a server ID: Server IDs and User IDs are different.
• Copying a message link: It may include useful context, but it is not the user’s ID.
• Forgetting Developer Mode: Without it, the copy option is usually hidden.
• Posting IDs publicly: User IDs are not passwords, but treat them with care in public channels.

Quick Check: Did You Copy the Right Thing?

A valid Discord User ID is only numbers. No letters. No spaces. No @ symbol. No hashtag. If you copied something like @Alex, Alex#1234, or a long URL, you did not copy the User ID.

For most people, the desktop method is the easiest. For urgent reports, copying from the message author is usually fastest. Once Developer Mode is on, getting the right ID takes only a few seconds.