How to Fix “You are being rate limited” on Discord

Are you facing you are being rate limited error on discord?

If you are getting this error, you cannot add a phone number to discord.

It is because when you get this error, it results in disabling you from completing the text verification.

You can face this issue when you try an action on discord multiple times.

For instance, if you have entered the wrong verification code several times, it will block you from this action.

The process prevents the users from abusing the server of discord.

In addition, it also stops the hackers from making any changes in the account with the help of brute force.

In this post, I am going to teach you what does it mean to be rate limited on discord, how to fix this error, and how long you are limited on discord.

What does it mean to be rate limited on Discord?

When the server blocks you from any action temporarily, it means that you are rate limited on discord.

For instance, if you have entered a wrong verification code multiple times, it will block you from this action.

The restriction is to stop users from overloading the server of discord.

There are some users try to guess the verification code so the rate limited error stops them from this action.

It happens when they limit the number of attempts.

The error can occur when you use an auto clicker or if you are spamming the server with emojis.

So, it is highly suggested that you do not spam emojis and also avoid using an auto clicker.

How to Fix “You are being rate limited” on Discord

You can use a VPN or incognito browser or wait it out in order to fix “You are being rate limited” error on discord.

The error is not permanent so as a result it will be lifted after a while.

When you use an incognito browser discord is unable to know about your cookies, browsing history, site data and other information.

That is why, when you open discord in an incognito window, you may not face “You’re being rate limited” error.

When you use a VPN it will mask your IP address.

By hiding your IP address, discord cannot tell you that you’re rate limited.

The last thing you need to do is to wait it out if the previous two methods are failed.

I have discussed three methods to fix you are being rate limited on discord.

Method #1: Use Incognito Window

The first way to get rid of the error on discord is to use an incognito window.

I highly recommend the Google Chrome browser in incognito mode.

First of all, you need to install the browser on your PC if you have not installed it yet here is a link where you can install chrome: https://www.google.com/chrome/.

After downloading Google Chrome, it will be visible on your taskbar.

The taskbar is available at the bottom of your screen.

Right click on the icon of Google Chrome available on your taskbar.

When you use the right click it will show you multiple options such as “New window” and “New incognito window” etc.

To open an incognito mode on Chrome, you need to click on the new incognito window.

The next step is to visit the discord website on the browser.

The last step is to click on “open discord in your browser” in order to open it in incognito mode.

When you will use Discord in incognito mode, it will fix you are being rate limited error.

Method #2: Get Help from a VPN

The next method you can use to fix the rate limited error on discord by using a VPN.

A VPN hides your IP address so discord will not be able to know that you are rate limited.

There are a number of free VPN providers which you can use.

For instance, you can use any of the VPN from Google Chrome extensions.

First of all, all you need to visit these best VPN extensions using this URL.

After going through all the VPN and their features you need to install the extension in your browser.

There are some VPNs in this list that do not ask you to enter your username and password.

The next step is to connect the VPN from the list which I have added.

After connecting to the free VPN, you will be able to access discord and the error will be fixed.

Method #3: Wait it out (Until the error goes away)

The last way to fix the limited error on discord is to wait until the error is lifted.

According to discord, the error does not last more than 15 minutes.

It is because the error is temporary and in the end, it will be lifted.

So, there is nothing to worry about this error.

It can be irritating for you to wait it out but it is the best way to fix it.

I also came across this error once and it was gone after waiting of 10 minutes.

So, the best way to get rid of this error is to do nothing until the error is uplifted.

How long am I rate limited on Discord?

The duration of being rate limited on discord is about 15 to 30 minutes.

But according to discord the error typically lasts for about 15 minutes.

However, you cannot find the exact duration of the error message.

The duration is different from user to user.

In some cases, the error might be visible after an hour.

If you are lucky the error might be gone in 10 minutes then you will be able to verify your phone number again.

If you think that the rate limited error is coming by mistake then you need to contact discord directly: https://dis.gd/contact.

Final Words

As I have already mentioned in this post that the duration of the rate limited error differs from person to person.

If you tried to make many incorrect phone verification attempts the error might be available longer.

There are working methods to bypass this such as using an incognito mode or a VPN.

However, these tricks may not work every time.

If you are still rate limited after an hour I suggest you should contact the discord support center for help.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to contact discord support.

You need to provide your email address which is linked to your account of discord.

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