is the most popular free client mod for Discord that lets you install custom themes, plugins, and CSS tweaks — including the ability to show hidden channels, use the see-all-channels plugin, and deeply restyle the Discord UI. Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, and has community ports for mobile and Android.
If you're deciding between BetterDiscord or Vencord, both are excellent. BetterDiscord has the larger plugin and theme library built up over years; Vencord is newer and more lightweight. Many users install both. This repository ships the latest BetterDiscord release, fully compatible with the current Discord stable version.
- Custom Themes — download and apply hundreds of community Discord themes including dark, light, transparent, and animated styles
- Plugin System — install plugins to show hidden channels, see all channels, add utilities, privacy tools, and fun extras
- CSS Editor — edit the Discord UI live with custom CSS, no coding experience needed
- Developer Mode — quick toggle for Discord developer mode from the settings panel
- Built-in Manager — install, enable, disable, and update themes and plugins in one place without touching files manually
- Stays Updated — actively maintained to work with every new Discord stable release, including the latest 2026 builds
- BetterDiscord Mobile / Android — community guides exist for running BD on Android via patched APKs
- Download the latest version using the button above.
- Extract the archive.
- Close Discord completely before running the installer — do not just minimize it.
- Run
BetterDiscord.exeas Administrator. - Click Install — the installer automatically patches your Discord client.
- Restart Discord and open User Settings to find the new BetterDiscord sections.
- Go to Themes to install your first theme, or Plugins to add functionality.
Note: If the installer says Discord is still running, check the system tray and Task Manager.
Some of the most downloaded BetterDiscord plugins:
- Show Hidden Channels — see channels you don't have access to (names only)
- BetterRoleColors — apply role colors to usernames everywhere
- Typing Indicator — see who's typing in other servers
- ImageUtilities — adds zoom and download buttons to images
- PinDMs — pin specific DMs to the top of your list
Popular themes include transparent themes, Tokyo Night, Midnight, and various custom server themes.
| Feature | BetterDiscord | Vencord |
|---|---|---|
| Plugin library | Very large (community) | Built-in patches + plugins |
| Theme library | Hundreds available | Growing |
| Install method | Separate installer | One-click |
| Updates | Manual plugin updates | Auto-updates |
| Mobile support | Community ports | Better mobile support |
Both work well. BetterDiscord is the better choice if you want the widest plugin selection.
BetterDiscord not working after a Discord update? Discord updates sometimes break BD. Re-run the BetterDiscord installer after any Discord update to re-patch the client.
Plugins not loading?
Make sure the plugin .js file is in the correct BetterDiscord plugins folder: %AppData%\BetterDiscord\plugins\
BetterDiscord on mobile / Android? BetterDiscord itself is desktop-only. For Android, look for community-maintained patched Discord APKs that include BD functionality.
Themes not applying?
Ensure the theme .theme.css file is in %AppData%\BetterDiscord\themes\ and the theme is enabled in settings.
- Windows 10 / 11, macOS, or Linux
- Official Discord desktop client installed (any recent version)
Important Notice: BetterDiscord modifies the Discord client. While widely used and generally safe, it carries a small risk of account action from Discord. Always download from trusted sources only.
Recommendations:
- Download only from this official GitHub repository.
- Scan files on VirusTotal.
Contributions are welcome! Help maintain compatibility with Discord updates or build new features.
BetterDiscord is shared under the MIT License. See LICENSE for details.
Copyright © 2026 koroshi23
- Thanks to the original BetterDiscord team.
- The Discord modding and theming community.
Developed with ❤️ for a better Discord experience
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