To close Discord mobile DMs, open the app and navigate to the conversation you want to remove, then tap the three dots in the top right corner and select "Close DM." Unlike some messaging apps, Discord mobile does not support a swipe-to-close gesture, so you must use this menu-based method to remove a direct message from your active chat list. You will learn exactly how to close a DM and, separately, how to prevent unwanted messages from reaching you in the future.
How to close Discord mobile DMs
Launch the Discord app on your mobile device. If you are not already signed in, log in to your account to access your conversations and servers.
Step 2: Navigate to the DMs section
Tap the "Home" tab, typically located in the bottom-left corner of the app. From there, tap the "Messages" icon to view your list of direct messages and group chats.
Step 3: Select the DM you want to close
Tap on the specific direct message conversation you wish to remove from your active list. This opens the chat so you can proceed with closing it.
Step 4: Tap on the three dots menu
In the top right corner of the DM screen, tap the ellipsis icon (three dots). This opens a menu with options for managing that conversation. There is no 'swipe to close' or 'swipe to delete' gesture for DMs on Discord mobile, unlike some other messaging applications, though users have requested such a feature.
Step 5: Choose the "Close DM" option
From the menu, select "Close DM." The conversation will immediately be removed from your active Direct Messages list.
How to leave a group DM
For group direct messages, the process is slightly different. Tap the conversation name at the top of the group chat, then select "Leave Group" from the menu that appears. This removes you from the group conversation entirely.
How to stop receiving DMs from server members
To proactively prevent unwanted direct messages from members of shared servers, tap your profile picture in the bottom right corner of the app. Then go to "Privacy & Safety" and toggle off "Allow direct messages from server members." This setting applies globally and stops non-friends in your servers from sending you DMs. If you need to fine-tune notifications further, you can also adjust your Discord audio and sound settings to manage alerts for the conversations you do keep open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reopen a closed DM?
Yes. A closed DM is not deleted; it is simply hidden from your active chat list. To reopen it, you or the other person can send a new message, and the conversation will reappear in your DMs. To reopen a closed DM, you can also access the archived or hidden chats section and select the conversation you wish to reopen.
Will the other person know if I close a DM?
No. Closing a DM is a personal action that only affects your own view. The other person receives no notification or indication that you have closed the conversation.
Is there a limit to how many DMs I can close?
There is no specific limit. You can close as many direct message conversations as needed to organize your chat list.
What happens to the message history when I close a DM?
The entire message history is preserved. When the DM is reopened, all previous messages will still be visible.
