You need server owner or admin permissions to rename a Discord server

To change a Discord server name, you must have either owner status or admin permissions that include the "Manage Server" right. If you are the server owner, you have this permission by default. If you are an admin, check with the owner to confirm you have the "Manage Server" permission enabled — without it, the rename option will not appear in your menu.

The process works the same on desktop (Windows, Mac, or Linux) and mobile (iOS or Android), though the menu layout differs slightly. The actual rename happens instantly once you confirm the change.

Key Takeaways

  • Only the server owner or an admin with "Manage Server" permission can rename the server.
  • On desktop, right-click the server name in the left sidebar and select "Server Settings," then click the "Overview" tab and edit the name field.
  • On mobile, tap the server name at the top of the screen, select "Server Settings," and edit the name in the Overview section.
  • Discord server names can be up to 100 characters long and can include spaces and most punctuation.
  • The name change takes effect immediately for all members — no one needs to restart the app or refresh.

How to rename a server on desktop

Open Discord and locate the server you want to rename in the left sidebar. Right-click directly on the server name (not the icon). A menu will appear with several options. Select "Server Settings" from this menu.

The Server Settings window will open. Make sure you are on the "Overview" tab — it is the default tab when you open Server Settings. Look for the "Server Name" field near the top of the page. Click in the text box, clear the current name, and type the new name you want. Discord allows up to 100 characters, and you can use spaces, numbers, and most punctuation marks.

Once you have entered the new name, scroll down and click the "Save Changes" button at the bottom of the window. The server name will update immediately in the sidebar for all members.

How to rename a server on mobile

Open the Discord app and navigate to the server you want to rename. At the top of the screen, you will see the current server name. Tap on it directly.

A menu will appear. Select "Server Settings" from the options. You will land on the Overview section by default. Look for the "Server Name" field and tap it to edit. Clear the current text and type your new server name. The same 100-character limit applies.

After entering the new name, scroll down and tap "Save Changes." The update will appear immediately for all server members.

What characters and length limits apply to server names

Discord server names can be up to 100 characters long. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, spaces, and punctuation including hyphens, underscores, parentheses, and periods. Some special characters like asterisks or angle brackets may not work, but Discord will tell you if a character is not allowed when you try to save.

Server names are not case-sensitive for searching or sorting purposes, but Discord will preserve the capitalization you choose when displaying the name in the sidebar and in member lists.

How to check who has permission to rename the server

If you are not the server owner and cannot see the Server Settings option, you do not have the "Manage Server" permission. Ask the server owner to grant it to you. The owner can do this by going to Server Settings, selecting "Roles," finding your role, and toggling on the "Manage Server" permission.

Alternatively, the owner can create a custom role with only the "Manage Server" permission enabled and assign that role to you if they want you to rename the server but not access other admin settings.

What happens when you rename a server

The new name appears instantly in the sidebar for all members. Members do not need to refresh the app or restart Discord to see the change. The server's invite link and ID remain the same — renaming does not affect how people join or how the server functions.

The old name is not saved in a history that members can view. If you want to keep a record of previous names, you can post an announcement in a channel before you rename, or keep a note in a pinned message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I rename a server if I am not the owner?

Only if the owner has given you the "Manage Server" permission. Check your role in Server Settings under the Roles tab. If you do not see "Manage Server" enabled for your role, ask the owner to add it.

What is the maximum length for a server name?

Discord allows up to 100 characters in a server name. This includes letters, numbers, spaces, and most punctuation. If you try to use a character that is not allowed, Discord will show an error when you attempt to save.

Do all members see the new name right away?

Yes. The name change takes effect immediately for everyone in the server. No one needs to refresh, restart the app, or log out and back in to see the new name.

Can I undo a server name change?

Discord does not have an undo feature for name changes. If you want to revert to a previous name, you will need to manually change it back through Server Settings. Keep a note of old names if you think you might want to restore one.

Does renaming a server affect the invite link?

No. The server's invite link and ID stay the same when you rename it. People who have the link can still join using the old link, and the server will display with its new name once they join.