How to Activate Discord Nitro
Discord Nitro is the premium subscription for Discord that unlocks animated avatars, custom emojis, larger upload limits, and profile customization. Here's how to activate a gift card or code.
Nitro Basic vs Nitro — What's the Difference?
| Feature | Free | Nitro Basic | Nitro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom emoji across servers | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Animated avatar | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Animated profile banner | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Upload limit | 25 MB | 50 MB | 500 MB |
| Custom Discord tag | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Server boosts included | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| HD video streaming | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Price (monthly) | Free | $2.99 | $9.99 |
For most users, Nitro (full tier) is worth it — especially for the server boosts and HD video.
How to Activate a Discord Nitro Gift Card
Method 1: From a Gift Card Code
- Open Discord (desktop app, browser, or mobile).
- Click the gift icon (🎁) in the chat input bar → Redeem a gift.
- Or go to User Settings → Subscriptions → Redeem Nitro.
- Enter your code and click Redeem.
Alternatively:
- Visit discord.com/billing/premium.
- Click Have a code? Enter it here.
- Paste your code and confirm.
Method 2: From a Gift Link
If you received a gift link (format: discord.gift/XXXXXXXX):
- Click the link in your browser.
- Log in to your Discord account if prompted.
- Click Accept on the gift screen.
How to Gift Discord Nitro to a Friend
- Go to any chat with the friend.
- Click the gift icon (🎁) in the message box.
- Select Send a gift → choose Nitro type and duration.
- Pay and the gift link is sent automatically to the friend.
Or buy a gift card from Marix and share the code directly.
Common Activation Issues
"This gift has already been redeemed" — The code was already used. Contact your seller.
"This code is invalid" — Check for typos. Nitro codes are case-sensitive — copy-paste rather than typing.
"You already have Nitro" — The code will extend your existing subscription, not replace it.
FAQ
Does Nitro Auto-Renew?
Only if you subscribe through Discord's billing page with a payment method. Gift card activations don't set up auto-renewal.
Can I Use Nitro on Mobile?
Yes — Nitro works across all platforms: desktop, browser, iOS and Android.
Do Server Boosts Expire?
Your 2 server boosts remain active as long as your Nitro subscription is active.
Can I Transfer Nitro to Another Account?
No. Nitro activates on the account that redeems the code and can't be transferred.