You're going to have to change your Discord Name, but for good reasons.

Big changes are coming to Discord, especially when it comes to usernames.

Here's the scoop: Discord is moving away from usernames with digits at the end. Soon, you'll be asked to pick a new username without those numbers. This shift means no more duplicate names or numbers to tell users apart.

According to Discord's blog, this update will make it easier to "identify and connect with our friends." Your new username will be unique across Discord, simplifying the way others find you.

Before you choose a new name, though, there are some rules to keep in mind. Your new username must be alphanumeric (A-Z, 0-9), and you can include underscores (_) and periods (.). It also needs to be between 2 and 32 characters long and must follow the community guidelines.

These changes will roll out over the next few weeks. You'll get a notification when it's your turn to pick a new name. Here's a pro tip: if you've had your Discord account for a while, you might change your username sooner than newer users.

Some people are worried that this change could affect Discord's privacy. However, as long as you follow the rules and pick a name that's easy for your friends or audience to recognize, you should be fine.

Overall, this update will make Discord more personalized and user-friendly. There will be no more confusing numbers or duplicates—just uniquely your username.

What name will you choose to stand out?