Discord is one of the most popular communication apps for gaming, streaming, and communities. However, sometimes Discord may freeze, lag, fail to load, or behave unexpectedly. In such cases, resetting Discord on PC can fix most issues instantly.

In this guide, you will learn:

• How to force restart Discord on PC
• How to reset Discord app on PC
• How to reset Discord cache on PC
• How to reset Discord settings on PC
• How to do a hard reset of Discord
• How to reset Discord password on PC

We will also include helpful internal links for better troubleshooting.

⭐ When Should You Reset Discord on PC?

Resetting Discord helps fix issues like:

• Discord not opening or stuck on loading
• Black screen or update loop
• Lag, freezing, or unresponsive UI
• Messages not loading
• High CPU or RAM usage
• Audio or mic not working properly

✅ 1. How to Force Restart Discord on PC

If Discord freezes or becomes unresponsive, force restarting will fix it.

Steps:

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
2. Go to the Processes tab.
3. Find Discord.
4. Right-click → End Task.
5. Now relaunch Discord.

This method is helpful when Discord refuses to close normally.

✅ 2. How to Reset Discord App on PC

There is no direct “Reset App” button in Discord, but you can reset it by clearing cache + settings.

Steps:

1. Close Discord completely.
2. Press Win + R.
3. Type: %appdata%
4. Press Enter.
5. Find the folder named Discord → Delete it.
6. Now open %localappdata% and delete the Discord folder again.
7. Reopen Discord.

Your app will behave like freshly installed.

✅ 3. How to Reset Discord Cache on PC

Clearing cache fixes loading, connection, and broken UI problems.

Steps:

1. Close Discord.
2. Press Win + R → type: %appdata%\discord\Cache
3. Delete all files inside the Cache, Code Cache, and GPUCache folders.
4. Restart Discord.

✅ 4. How to Hard Reset Discord on PC

A hard reset means deleting all configuration, cache, and app data files.

Steps:

1. Uninstall Discord from Settings → Apps.
2. Open Run (Win + R) → type: %appdata% Delete Discord folder.
3. Again open Run → type: %localappdata% Delete Discord folder.
4. Restart your PC.
5. Download fresh Discord from the official website and install it.

This is the strongest method for fixing corrupted settings.

✅ 5. How to Reset Discord Settings on PC

If you only want to reset settings (not app data):

Steps:

1. Open Discord.
2. Click the gear icon (User Settings).
3. Go to Appearance, Voice & Video, Notifications, etc.
4. Scroll down and look for Reset Settings, Reset Voice Settings, or Restore Defaults depending on the section.

Especially useful for fixing:

• mic not detecting
• video not loading
• audio lag
• overlay issues

To fully reset voice settings:
User Settings → Voice & Video → Reset Voice Settings

✅ 6. How to Reset Discord Password on PC

If you forgot your password:

Steps:

1. Open Discord login screen.
2. Click Forgot your password?
3. Enter your email.
4. You will receive a reset link.
5. Click the link and create a new password.

If you are logged in:

1. Go to User Settings → My Account
2. Click Change Password
3. Enter old password → create a new one.

🔗 Helpful Internal Links

To fix Windows-related issues along with Discord errors, check these guides:

• How to wipe a Windows 10 computer – Complete Step-by-Step Guide 2025
• How to update drivers on Windows 11 – Complete Guide
• Windows 11 setup without internet – Complete Guide
• How to hard restart an iphone- Complete guide for all models

📝 Conclusion

Resetting Discord on your PC helps fix most issues like freezing, loading errors, audio problems, and corrupted files. You can reset Discord using a simple cache clear, force restart, or a full hard reset depending on the severity of the issue.

If Discord still doesn’t work, try updating your drivers or resetting Windows-related settings.

❓ FAQs About Resetting Discord on PC

1. How do I completely reset Discord on PC?

Delete both %appdata%/Discord and %localappdata%/Discord folders after uninstalling the app.

2. Will resetting Discord delete my messages?

No. All messages and servers are stored online, not on your PC.

3. Where is Discord cache located on Windows?

Inside:

%appdata%\Discord\

4. Why is Discord not opening?

Corrupted cache, old version, GPU issues, or system errors may cause it. A hard reset usually fixes it.

5. How to reset Discord settings only?

Go to User Settings → Voice & Video → Reset Voice Settings or use Restore Defaults options.