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Discord Message Failed to Load? 5 Methods to Fix Them

Expert solutions to get the missing messages

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Updated onJanuary 8, 2024

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Discord is apopular VoIP and messaging platformand is the primary choice for many in gaming, blockchain, and other emerging domains. And even though it has a large user base, many still face issues occasionally. The DiscordMessages Failed to Loadmessage is one!

The problem usually arises due to a problem at the user’s end though that’s not always the case. Besides, many users had Discord messages not loading on mobile. The problem, it appears, is encountered across devices and operating systems. So let’s find out all about it!

Why does it say failed message on Discord?

Here are a few reasons Discord messages failed to load everywhere:

What can I do if the Discord messages fail to load?

What can I do if the Discord messages fail to load?

Before we move to the slightly complex solutions, here are a few quick tricks:

If none work, head to the fixes listed next.

1. Use a VPN

A solution that worked for most when Discord messages failed to load was to use a VPN. You could get adedicated extensionor areliable VPN program.

Both work fine, and you should be able to connect to Discord and recover any messages that didn’t load earlier. Just make sure to choose a server located geographically far. You may have to experiment a bit with it.

A great option would be ExpressVPN as you can use it both as an extension for your browser and a VPN program.

With this VPN source, you can unblock Discord by running your online traffic through a strongly-encrypted tunnel, further hiding your IP address and location via proxying.

ExpressVPN

2. Update Discord

Often installing the pending Discord updates does the trick when messages fail to load. In case of issues on Android or iOS, you will have to update the app from thePlay StoreorApp Storerespectively, if automatic updates are disabled.

3. Clear Discord cache

4. Reset the network settings

For some users, misconfigured network settings were the reason Discord messages failed to load, and resetting it worked. And if that’s the case with you, there should be a visible improvement in the network’s performance.

5. Reinstall Discord

If Discord messages still fail to load, the last option is touninstall Discordand then reinstall the program since we are only left with the possibility of it being a critical and localized issue.

Experiencing file upload errors on Discord as well? Get the help you need with our guide on how toresolve Discord file upload errors with these methods, specifically tailored for you.

Before you leave, do read our detailedcomparison of Discord and Skypeand find out which one is better.

For any queries or to share which solution worked for you, drop a comment below.

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Kazim Ali Alvi

Windows Hardware Expert

Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.

Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.

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Kazim Ali Alvi

Windows Hardware Expert

Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.