How to Use Discord Stage Channels

Tap through each step to see how Discord Stage channels work.

  1. Create a Stage channel

    When adding a channel to your server, choose the "Stage Channel" type.

  2. Schedule an event

    Set a topic and start time to schedule the event in advance.

  3. Start broadcasting as a speaker

    The host or any invited speakers turn on their mic to begin the broadcast.

  4. Audience members join in listen mode

    Regular participants join automatically muted in audience mode and can listen in on the speakers.

Ideal for events with a large community

By clearly separating speakers from the audience, Stage channels let large communities run a tidy, radio-style audio event instead of the chaos of everyone talking at once in a regular voice channel.

Recording needs a separate tool

Discord doesn't include a built-in way to record a Stage channel, so if you want a recording, you'll need to pair it with separate screen-recording software.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can audience members speak too?

Yes β€” they can tap the "raise hand" button to request to speak, and the host can promote them to speaker if approved.

Can a Stage channel be recorded?

Discord itself doesn't have a recording feature, so you'll need to use separate screen-recording software alongside it.