# How to Find a Discord User ID > Learn the simple steps to locate a Discord user ID using Discord's Developer Mode. Source: https://www.beaconhosting.org/knowledgebase/how-to-find-a-discord-user-id Category: Account Management Last updated: 2026-09-09 # How to Find a Discord User ID A **Discord User ID** is a unique numerical identifier assigned to a Discord account. Unlike a username or display name, a User ID is designed to remain associated with the same account even when the user's visible profile information changes. You may need a Discord User ID when configuring **Discord bots, server permissions, support systems, integrations, automated moderation, or other services**. To copy a Discord User ID, you first need to enable **Developer Mode** in Discord. ## How to Find a Discord User ID on Desktop You can find and copy a Discord User ID using either the Discord desktop application or Discord in a web browser. ### Step 1: Open Discord Open Discord and sign in to your account. ### Step 2: Open User Settings Click the **User Settings** gear icon near your username in the bottom-left corner of Discord. ### Step 3: Enable Developer Mode In User Settings, open: **Advanced → Developer Mode** Turn **Developer Mode** on. Developer Mode enables additional technical options in Discord, including options for copying IDs. ### Step 4: Find the Discord User Return to Discord and find the user whose ID you want to copy. The user could be: * A member of a Discord server * A friend * Someone in your direct messages * Another Discord user whose profile you can access ### Step 5: Copy the User ID Right-click the user's username or profile picture. Select: **Copy User ID** Discord will copy the user's numerical ID to your clipboard. A Discord User ID will look similar to: ```text 123456789012345678 ``` The exact number will be different for every Discord account. ## How to Find Your Own Discord User ID You can use the same Developer Mode feature to copy your own User ID. 1. Enable **Developer Mode**. 2. Open your Discord profile. 3. Right-click your username or profile picture. 4. Select **Copy User ID**. Your Discord User ID is now copied to your clipboard. ## How to Find a Discord User ID on Mobile You can also copy Discord User IDs using the Discord mobile application. ### Step 1: Open Discord Settings Open Discord and tap your **profile picture** to open User Settings. ### Step 2: Open Advanced Settings Find and open **Advanced**. ### Step 3: Enable Developer Mode Turn on: **Developer Mode** ### Step 4: Open the User's Profile Return to Discord and open the profile of the user whose ID you need. ### Step 5: Copy the User ID Look for **Copy User ID** and tap it. The numerical ID will be copied to your clipboard. > Discord can change its mobile interface over time. If you cannot find the option, make sure Developer Mode is enabled and check the user's profile options again. ## What Is a Discord User ID? A **Discord User ID is a unique numerical identifier for a Discord account**. It is different from a username or display name. For example: ```text Display Name: ExampleUser Username: exampleuser User ID: 123456789012345678 ``` The User ID provides a stable way for Discord's systems, bots, and integrations to identify an account without relying on the user's visible name. ## What Is Discord Developer Mode? **Developer Mode is a Discord setting that exposes additional technical and developer-oriented options.** One of its most commonly used features is copying IDs for: * Users * Servers * Channels * Messages Developer Mode does **not** give you additional permissions over other users or servers. It simply makes additional options available in the Discord interface. ## Why Do I Need a Discord User ID? Discord User IDs are commonly used for: * Discord bot configuration * Whitelists and blacklists * Server administration * Support systems * Role management * Discord integrations * Automated moderation * Account linking * Troubleshooting For example, a bot or external service may request a numerical User ID because usernames and display names can change. ## Discord User ID vs. Username A **Discord User ID** and **Discord username** are different things. A username is part of the information people use to identify and interact with an account, while the User ID is a numerical identifier used by Discord and applications interacting with Discord. If a bot, website, or support system specifically asks for your **Discord User ID**, provide the numerical ID rather than your username or display name. ## I Can't See "Copy User ID" on Discord If **Copy User ID** is missing, first make sure **Developer Mode** is enabled. On desktop: **User Settings → Advanced → Developer Mode** On mobile: **Profile → Settings → Advanced → Developer Mode** After enabling Developer Mode, return to the user's profile and check the available options again. If the option still does not appear: 1. Make sure you are using the latest Discord application. 2. Close and reopen Discord. 3. Check that Developer Mode is still enabled. 4. Try accessing the user's profile again. Discord's interface can vary between desktop, browser, and mobile versions. ## Is a Discord User ID the Same as a Discord Server ID? **No.** Discord uses different IDs for different types of objects. For example: * **User ID** → Identifies a Discord user * **Server ID** → Identifies a Discord server * **Channel ID** → Identifies a Discord channel * **Message ID** → Identifies a specific Discord message If a bot or integration asks for a particular type of ID, make sure you copy the correct one. ## How to Copy a Discord Server ID Developer Mode also lets you copy a server's ID. On desktop: 1. Enable **Developer Mode**. 2. Find the Discord server in your server list. 3. Right-click the server icon. 4. Select **Copy Server ID**. The same general principle applies to channels and messages: enable Developer Mode, then use the relevant context menu or profile options to copy the ID. ## Are Discord User IDs Permanent? **User IDs are intended to remain associated with the same Discord account even if the user changes their username or display name.** This is why applications commonly use User IDs rather than visible names when they need to identify a specific account reliably. Changing your Discord username does not normally require you to update a User ID stored by a bot or integration. ## Is It Safe to Share a Discord User ID? A Discord User ID is generally **not a password or authentication credential**. Sharing it with a legitimate bot, support system, or integration that specifically requests it is normally fine. However, avoid sharing unnecessary personal information alongside it, and never provide passwords, authentication tokens, or other account credentials. ## Quick Answer: How Do I Copy a Discord User ID? **Enable Developer Mode in Discord, open the user's profile, then select "Copy User ID."** On desktop, you can usually right-click the user's username or avatar and select **Copy User ID**. On mobile, open the user's profile and use the **Copy User ID** option. The resulting number is the user's unique Discord User ID.