This guide shows you how to prevent members of a specific Discord server from sending you direct messages (DMs). This is a useful Discord feature that allows you to control who can contact you directly. In our Discord Community, this setting is best combined with DM Roles, to enforce your preferences.

Message Requests vs From Friends:

How “Message Request” Works:

Message requests are a list of members trying to send DMs to you. They will not be able to send messages to your inbox unless you accept / respond to the request. You may also choose the “ignore” option for message requests.

Direct Messages from friends:

Accounts you have already added as a friend will be able to message you directly without going into message requests.

Step-by-Step Instructions (Desktop):

1. Find Your Server Settings:
   • Right-click on the icon of the server you’d like to adjust.
   • Select “Privacy Settings.”

   

2. Set your preferences:
   • To fully disable Direct Messages: Turn off Direct Messages AND Message requests
   • To allow members from sending message requests: Enable Direct Messages AND Message requests

   

3. Click Done to save your chamges

Step-by-Step Instructions (Mobile):

1. Tap and Hold:
   • Open the Discord app on your phone or tablet.
   • Tap and hold on the server’s icon.

   

2. Access Privacy Settings:
   • Scroll up to see privacy settings toggle switches.

   

3. Set your preferences:
   • To fully disable Direct Messages: Turn off Allow Direct Messages AND Allow Message requests
   • To allow members from sending message requests: Enable Allow Direct Messages AND Allow Message requests

   

What about Existing Conversations?

This setting prevents new DMs from non-friends. If you already have a conversation going with someone from that server, they will still be able to message you. To prevent them from messaging you entirely, you may Block the user.

Succubus Cafe and how we respect your DM Preferences:

At the Succubus Cafe, we respect your preferences. We offer “DM Roles” (like “Ask Before DMing,” “DMs Open,” or “DMs Closed”) so you can let other members know your DM preferences. These roles are a way to communicate your preferences to others. Combining these roles with Discord’s built-in settings gives you greater control.

Join the Succubus Cafe!

Want to be part of a community that respects your preferences? Come join us at the Succubus Cafe! We have a welcoming atmosphere and many opportunities to socialize.

Click here to join our discord server!

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By following these steps, you can more easily manage your Discord DMs and create a more enjoyable online experience.