How to Change PFP on Discord, Mobile & Desktop Guide

Changing your Discord PFP is one of the easiest ways to personalize your account. You can use an anime character, an aesthetic picture, a gaming avatar, or a simple photo that matches your style.

The process is slightly different on mobile and desktop, so I have explained both methods below. Discord lets you change your main profile avatar from the Profile settings. You can upload your own image, adjust it, and save the changes. Discord supports PNG and GIF avatars, with animated GIF avatars available to Nitro subscribers.

How to Change PFP on Discord Mobile

1. Open the Discord app on your phone.

2. Tap your profile icon in the bottom-right corner.

3. Tap Edit Profile.

4. Tap your current profile picture or profile icon.

5. Choose the image you want to use.

6. Adjust the image by zooming or positioning it inside the crop.

7. Tap Choose, then tap Save in the top-right corner.

If you want to upload GIFs to animate your avatar, you need to buy a Nitro subscription.

Nitro is a paid subscription service provided by Discord that gives users access to a variety of premium features. Once you’ve subscribed, you’ll have access to all of the premium features included with your Discord Nitro subscription.

Nitro allows users to use custom emojis and stickers, HD video streaming, animated avatars, custom profiles, and many other features.

How to Change PFP on Discord Desktop

1. Open Discord on your computer or in your browser.

2. Click the User Settings gear icon near the bottom-left corner.

3. Open the Profiles tab.

4. Click Change Avatar or click your current avatar.

5. Choose the image you want to upload.

6. Adjust the crop and position if needed.

7. Click Apply, then Save Changes.

Once you have chosen an image, you can adjust the size and crop the image to your liking using the handles on the image. When you are happy with the preview, click the “Save” button to apply the changes.

How to Change Your PFP for One Discord Server

1. Open the Discord server.

2. Open your profile or server profile settings.

3. Choose Edit Per-server Profile.

4. Select Change Avatar and upload your image.

5. Save the changes.

Regardless of which method you use, your new profile picture will be visible to all of your Discord friends and members of any server you are a part of.

Why Is My Discord PFP Not Changing?

Your internet connection may be unstable.

The image may be unsupported or have an upload problem.

Discord may need a moment to refresh the new avatar.

The app or browser may need to be updated.

A server-specific avatar may be different from your main profile avatar.

Tips for Choosing a Discord PFP

• Use a clear image that still looks good as a small circle.

• Keep the face or main subject near the center.

• Choose colors that match the overall style of your profile.

• Avoid important details around the edges because they may be cropped.

• If you want an animated avatar, check whether your Discord account has Nitro.

Final Thoughts

Changing your Discord PFP only takes a few steps, whether you are using the mobile app, desktop app, or browser.

I usually recommend checking the cropped preview before saving because a PFP can look different once it is displayed as a small circle. And if you use different Discord communities, the per-server profile option can be useful because you can have a separate avatar for a particular server without changing your main PFP.

If you are looking for a new style, you can also check out our angel PFP ideas, anime PFP ideas, or aesthetic PFP collections.

Frequently Asked Questions