{"id":19713,"date":"2025-06-02T21:53:34","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T21:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=19713"},"modified":"2025-06-20T16:20:13","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T16:20:13","slug":"fix-discord-stuck-on-rtc-connecting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-discord-stuck-on-rtc-connecting\/","title":{"rendered":"[FIXED] Discord Stuck on \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d: Best Fixes and Tips to Try"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ai-optimize-214 ai-optimize-introduction\">The Discord \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d issue frustrates users seeking seamless communication. This problem can disrupt voice chats and hinder interactions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-215\">This guide will explore the possible causes and provide effective solutions to restore Discord\u2019s communications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-216\">Whether it\u2019s a network or configuration glitch, we\u2019ll help you troubleshoot and resolve the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord problem so you can communicate without interruptions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\"><div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">TL;DR: Quick summary<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-7\">Discord stuck on \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d? This error typically means your network is struggling to establish a voice connection. Try these fixes:<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-8\">\u2705 <b>Restart your system, router, and modem<\/b> to refresh your IP<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Check internet stability<\/b> or call your internet service provider (ISP) if needed<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Use a VPN with UDP support<\/b>\u2014Discord requires it<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Update your network drivers<\/b> manually or with a tool like Auslogics Driver Updater<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Temporarily disable antivirus\/firewall<\/b> to check for interference<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Switch to a reliable DNS<\/b> (like Google\u2019s <em>8.8.8.8<\/em>) and flush your DNS cache<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Clear browser cache and disable extensions<\/b> if using Discord in a browser<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Change the server region<\/b> in Discord\u2019s voice channel settings<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Disable QoS<\/b> in Discord\u2019s <em>Voice &amp; Video<\/em> settings<br \/>\n\u2705 <b>Switch Discord\u2019s audio subsystem to <em>Legacy<\/em><\/b> for better compatibility<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-9\">If nothing works, <b>reinstall Discord<\/b> or contact <a href=\"https:\/\/support.discord.com\/\"> Discord Support<\/a>. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ai-optimize-10\">What Is \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d in Discord?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-11\">RTC is short for real-time communication. As such, the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d<i>\u00a0<\/i>error indicates that Discord is trying and failing to connect to its RTC server. This issue happens when the app attempts to start a voice call or establish chat services.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-11\">Discord uses the Web Real-Time Communication protocol (or WebRTC) to facilitate concurrent communication, which means the problem is network-related.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-11\">However, other issues connected to Discord and your computer could also trigger the problem.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-12\"><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/discord-overlay-wont-work-on-windows-10\/\">Discord Overlay Not Working? Let\u2019s Fix It<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"ai-optimize-14\">What Causes the Discord \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Issue?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-15\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Unstable internet connection:<\/strong> If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/quick-fix-why-does-my-internet-keep-going-in-and-out\/\">internet connection is not reliable<\/a> enough, that can lead to unending RTC connection attempts.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-16\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Dynamic IP:<\/strong> Discord does not perform well when your VPN keeps changing your IP address.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-17\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>VPN without UDP:<\/strong> Discord does not support a VPN without a <a href=\"https:\/\/privacy.com\/blog\/udp-vs-tcp-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">User Datagram Protocol (UDP)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-18\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Discord quarantined by your antivirus:<\/strong> Your antivirus program might identify a Discord file as potentially harmful and quarantine it, preventing your connection from succeeding.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-19\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Server problems:<\/strong> If your region\u2019s server is unable to create a connection, then you cannot join a chat on Discord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-13\"><div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Are you using a school or business network to access Discord?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">You cannot make any headway if your network administrator has disabled Discord. You can ask your network administrator to find out whether that is the reason why you cannot connect. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-20\">Now that we know what causes the voice connection issue, let\u2019s learn how to fix this problem in Discord.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-21\"><b>\ud83d\udccc Can be useful:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-discord-green-screen-camera-issue\/\">How to Fix Discord Green Screen Camera Issue? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"ai-optimize-14\">\u200b\u200bHow to Fix Discord Stuck on \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d: First Fixes to Apply<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-15\">Do this first!<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-16\">Let\u2019s start by checking if the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d issue is on your side or on the side of the network. So, before we dive into deeper troubleshooting, let\u2019s check if your system is even capable of establishing a real-time connection. Here is how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-17\" aria-level=\"1\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/livekit.io\/webrtc\/browser-test\">WebRTC testing website<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-18\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Start Test <\/i> button to initiate the test.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-19\" aria-level=\"1\">Wait for the process to complete.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-20\" aria-level=\"1\">When the results appear, see if you can resolve any of the detected errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-21\">If any errors show up, that might be the root of your \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord issue\u2014and the rest of this guide will help you address them.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-22\">Fix 1: Restart your devices<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-23\">This simple idea is what most users employ to resolve the Discord connection issue. You may as well give it a try before jumping into more aggressive solutions. The \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d<i>\u00a0<\/i>problem could be due to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techtarget.com\/whatis\/definition\/dynamic-IP-address\">a dynamic IP<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-23\">As already mentioned, Discord does not do well with an IP that changes from time to time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-23\">How do you resolve this? Restart your system, modem, and router through these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-24\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Start <\/i> button in the bottom-left corner of your screen.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-25\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the power icon and click on <i>Shut down<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-26\" aria-level=\"1\">Remove the battery from the computer (if your battery is removable) and unplug it from the power source.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-27\" aria-level=\"1\">Unplug the power cords on the back of your router and modem.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-28\" aria-level=\"1\">Wait for about three minutes and turn the devices back on. Plug the cords in and check that the indicators are showing.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-29\" aria-level=\"1\">Put the battery back into your computer and power it on.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-30\" aria-level=\"1\">Open your browser and make sure that your internet connection is active.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-31\">Check if Discord can now make a connection. If the error no longer occurs, then it means that it was caused by dynamic IP. To prevent the problem from happening again, you can do the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-32\" aria-level=\"1\">Request <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techtarget.com\/whatis\/definition\/static-IP-address\">a static IP address<\/a> from your ISP.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-33\" aria-level=\"1\">Use a dynamic DNS service that works in real time to update your new IP address and other details automatically.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-34\"><div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-35\">Fix 2: Check your internet connection<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-36\">You must be sure that you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/quick-fix-why-does-my-internet-keep-going-in-and-out\/\"> do not have any internet issues<\/a>. You must have a strong connection before you can expect Discord to function as it should without running into the Discord \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d issue.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-36\">You can contact your ISP to help you resolve any connectivity issues you might be having. Once you are sure that your internet is reliable enough, you can proceed to the other fixes below.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-36\">Fix 3: Check your VPN<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-38\">Although a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/choose-a-vpn-in-2021\/\">VPN configuration<\/a> can improve your overall internet experience, it changes your IP address, which can cause the Discord RTC connection problem.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-39\">However, Discord works well with VPNs with UDP support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\"><div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">What is UDP?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-7\">UDP stands for User Datagram Protocol. It\u2019s one of the core ways that data is sent over the Internet\u2014kind of like a shipping method for information.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-8\">There are two main \u201cshipping methods\u201d for internet traffic:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-9\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avast.com\/c-tcp-vs-udp-difference\">TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)<\/a>: Think of it as certified mail\u2014you get delivery confirmation, but it\u2019s slower because each packet of data is tracked, acknowledged, and resent if lost.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-10\" aria-level=\"1\">UDP (User Datagram Protocol): This is more like a postcard\u2014fast, lightweight, and no need for confirmation. It just gets sent, and that\u2019s it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-11\">UDP establishes a connection that eliminates delays in data sharing. It, therefore, gives you a much faster connection than TCP.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-12\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-13\">If your VPN does not have UDP, uninstall it and restart your system before starting Discord.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-14\">\ud83d\udccc <b>Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/prevent-wi-fi-not-working-with-a-vpn\/\">Ultimate Guide: How to Fix Wi-Fi Not Working with a VPN? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-15\">Fix 4: Update your network driver<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-16\">The \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord issue can also be related to network driver issues.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-17\">To ensure that your internet connection has not taken a hit, check whether your network adapter <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-if-my-drivers-are-up-to-date-on-windows-10-pc\/\">drivers are up to date<\/a>. You can visit the website of your PC manufacturer to obtain the latest driver software for your device.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-18\">Make sure that you get the correct version that is compatible with your computer. It is also imperative that you do not try downloading your drivers from an unofficial source.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-19\">They can harm your PC or introduce malware into the system.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-20\">You can also use the Device Manager <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-drivers\/\">to update your network driver<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-20\">Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-21\" aria-level=\"1\">Press the <code>Windows + R<\/code> keyboard combination to invoke the Run dialog.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-22\" aria-level=\"1\">Type or copy and paste <i>devmgmt.msc<\/i>\u00a0and click <i>OK<\/i> to open the Device Manager window.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-23\" aria-level=\"1\">Scroll through the list of devices to locate the <i>Network adapters<\/i> entry. Double-click on it or click the arrow on the left-hand side to expand the option.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-24\" aria-level=\"1\">Right-click on your network adapter and select <i>Update driver<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-25\" aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Search automatically for drivers<\/i> and wait for the process to complete.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-26\"><div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native top\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"top\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">To make life easier for you, try using an automatic tool to maintain your computer\u2019s drivers. We suggest you get <a href=\"\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/after-download\/\">Auslogics Driver Updater<\/a> <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group top\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-27\">Fix 5: Temporarily disable your antivirus program or Windows Defender Firewall<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-28\">Your antivirus software or firewall may be simply blocking Discord\u2019s real-time voice traffic. While these tools are essential for your security, they sometimes get overprotective.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-29\">Try temporarily disabling them to see if Discord connects properly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-30\">To turn off <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-10-prevents-antivirus-installation\/\">Windows Defender Firewall<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-31\" aria-level=\"1\">Press <code>Windows + R<\/code>, type <em>control firewall.cpl<\/em>, and hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-32\" aria-level=\"1\">In the left pane, click <i>Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-33\" aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Turn off Windows Defender Firewall <\/i> for all network types.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-34\" aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>OK<\/i>, then relaunch Discord and test the connection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-35\">If you\u2019re using a third-party antivirus, check its settings or temporarily disable it. After testing Discord, don\u2019t forget to re-enable your protection software.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-36\">Fix 6: Change your DNS server<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-37\">When Discord gets stuck on \u201cRTC Connecting,\u201d it\u2019s often a sign that something is interfering with its ability to establish a stable voice connection. One common culprit? Misconfigured or slow DNS settings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\"><div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">The Domain Name System (DNS) acts like the Internet\u2019s phonebook\u2014it translates website names into IP addresses so your browser (or app) knows where to go. If your DNS server is slow, unresponsive, or unreliable, it can delay or block connections to services like Discord, especially those requiring real-time communication. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-7\">Switching from your ISP\u2019s default DNS to a more reliable option like Google DNS (<em>8.8.8.8<\/em> and <em>8.8.4.4<\/em>) or Cloudflare DNS (<em>1.1.1.1<\/em> and <em>1.0.0.1<\/em>) has helped many users resolve the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord issue. These DNS providers are known for their speed, uptime, and security, making them a solid choice for smoother Discord voice connectivity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-8\">To test this fix, simply change your DNS settings and then restart Discord to see if the issue clears up.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-9\" aria-level=\"1\">To open the Run dialog box, press the <code>Windows + R<\/code> keyboard combination.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-10\" aria-level=\"1\">Type or copy and paste <em>control ncpa.cpl<\/em> into the text field and click the <i>OK<\/i> button on the dialog, or hit <code>Enter<\/code> on your keyboard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-11\"><div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Change-your-DNS-server-1.png\" alt=\"Type or copy and paste control ncpa.cpl into the text field and click the OK button on the dialog, or hit Enter on your keyboard.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-12\">Right-click on your network connection and click on <i>Properties <\/i> from the context menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-13\"><div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Change-your-DNS-server-2.png\" alt=\"Right-click on your network and click on Properties from the context menu.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-14\">Locate <i>Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP\/IPv4) <\/i> in the list and double-click on it to open its properties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-15\"><div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Change-your-DNS-server-3.png\" alt=\"Locate Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP\/IPv4) in the list and double-click on it to open the properties.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-16\" aria-level=\"1\">Switch from <i>Obtain DNS server address automatically <\/i> to <i>Use the following DNS server addresses<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-17\" aria-level=\"1\">Enter the following values:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-18\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Preferred DNS server:<i> 8.8.8.8 <\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-19\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Alternate DNS server:<i> 8.8.4.4 <\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-20\" aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>OK<\/em> to save the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-21\"><div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Change-your-DNS-server-4.png\" alt=\"Enter the values and click OK.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-22\">Fix 7: Flush your DNS cache and reset your IP settings<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-23\">If you\u2019ve already switched to a more reliable DNS provider but Discord is still stuck on \u201cRTC Connecting,\u201d the next step is to clear out any old or conflicting network data by flushing your DNS cache and resetting your IP settings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-24\"><div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Sometimes, outdated or corrupted DNS records can get in the way of real-time communication tools like Discord. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/view-dns-cache-on-windows-10\/\">Flushing the DNS cache<\/a> ensures your system gets fresh network information, while resetting the IP can fix connectivity issues tied to unstable or misconfigured settings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-24\">This clean slate can often resolve the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord problem by allowing your computer to establish a new, unhindered connection to Discord\u2019s servers. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-25\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Start <\/i> button in the lower-left corner of your screen.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-26\" aria-level=\"1\">Once in the Start menu, go to the search bar and type <i>command prompt<\/i> or <i>cmd<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-27\"><div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Flush-your-DNS-cache-and-reset-your-IP-settings-1.png\" alt=\"Click the Start button in the lower-left corner of your screen. Once in the Start menu, go to the search bar and type Command Prompt or cmd.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-28\" aria-level=\"1\">Right-click on <i>Command Prompt <\/i> in the search results and click on <i>Run as administrator<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-29\" aria-level=\"1\">Once in the Command Prompt window, enter the following commands one after the other and press <code>Enter<\/code> on your keyboard after each one:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">ipconfig \/flushdns<\/pre>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">ipconfig \/all<\/pre>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">ipconfig \/release<\/pre>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">ipconfig \/renew<\/pre>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-30\"><div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Flush-your-DNS-cache-and-reset-your-IP-settings-2.png\" alt=\"enter the commands one after the other and press Enter on your keyboard after each one.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-31\">After running all the commands, close the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-command-prompt-28-most-useful-cmd-commands-with-examples\/\">Command Prompt<\/a>\u00a0window and restart your computer. You can then relaunch Discord and see if the error is gone.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-32\">Fix 8: Clear browsing data and disable extensions<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-33\">Your browser might be the reason why you cannot join a chat on Discord. You may have conflicting plugins installed, and the browser cache might also be causing the Discord website to misbehave.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-34\"><b>\u00a0\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/this-plugin-is-not-supported-win10\/\">Fixing \u201cThis Plugin Is Not Supported\u201d Error in Windows 10\/11 <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-35\">To fix this, you need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/delete-temporary-internet-files\/\">to clear your browsing data<\/a> and then disable all extensions. Afterward, try rerunning Discord. If the issue persists, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-the-best-internet-browser\/\"> switch to another browser<\/a> and see if you can start a chat without getting stuck at \u201cRTC Connecting.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-35\"><b>Clear browsing data on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge:<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Browser<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Steps to clear browsing data<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chrome<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-36\" aria-level=\"1\">Open Google Chrome<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-37\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the three vertically aligned dots in the top-right corner of your screen<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-38\" aria-level=\"1\">Hover over <i>Extensions <\/i> and click on <i>Manage Extensions<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-39\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the toggle on each of the extensions to disable them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Firefox<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-40\" aria-level=\"1\">Launch the Firefox browser on your computer<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-41\" aria-level=\"1\">Click on the three horizontal lines in the upper-right corner of the browser window to open the menu<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-42\" aria-level=\"1\">From the menu, choose <i>Settings<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-43\" aria-level=\"1\">In the left sidebar, click on <i>Privacy &amp; Security<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-44\" aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down to the <i>Cookies and Site Data <\/i> section<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-45\" aria-level=\"1\">Click on the <i>Clear Data <\/i> button<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-46\" aria-level=\"1\">A new window will appear; make sure the checkbox next to <i>Cookies and site data <\/i> is selected (you can also select other types of data you want to clear, such as cached web content and offline website data)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-47\" aria-level=\"1\">Click on the <i>Clear <\/i> button<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-48\" aria-level=\"1\">A confirmation box will appear; click <i>Clear <\/i> again to confirm<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-49\" aria-level=\"1\">Close the <i style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">Settings<\/i> tab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Edge<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-50\" aria-level=\"1\">In Microsoft Edge, go to <i>Settings\u00a0<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-51\" aria-level=\"1\">Proceed to <i>Privacy, search, and services\u00a0<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-52\" aria-level=\"1\">Go to <em>Clear browsing data<\/em> and click on <i>Choose what to clear <\/i> next to <i>Clear browsing data now\u00a0<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-53\" aria-level=\"1\">Select a time range under <i>Time range\u00a0<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-54\" aria-level=\"1\">Check the box next to each data type you want to clear and click <i style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">Clear now<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-55\"><div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">For added control, you can set Edge to prompt you to choose what to clear each time you close the browser and specify which data types should be cleared. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-56\"><b>Disable extensions on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge:<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Browser<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Steps to disable extensions<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chrome<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-57\" aria-level=\"1\">Open Google Chrome<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-58\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the three vertically aligned dots in the top-right corner of your screen<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-59\" aria-level=\"1\">Hover over <i>Extensions <\/i> and click on <i>Manage Extensions\u00a0<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-60\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the toggle on each of the extensions to disable them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Firefox<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-61\" aria-level=\"1\">Launch the Firefox browser on your computer<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-62\" aria-level=\"1\">Click on the three horizontal lines in the upper-right corner of the browser window to open the menu<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-63\" aria-level=\"1\">From the menu, select <i>Add-ons and themes<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-64\" aria-level=\"1\">In the left sidebar, click on <i>Extensions<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-65\" aria-level=\"1\">Locate the extension you want to disable and click the toggle switch next to it to turn it off<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-66\"><div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Some extensions might prompt you to confirm before disabling. Follow any on-screen instructions if prompted. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-67\">Once you\u2019ve disabled the desired extension(s), you can close the <em>Add-ons Manager<\/em> tab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Edge<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-68\" aria-level=\"1\">In Microsoft Edge, click on <i>Extensions<\/i>,\u00a0located to the right of your browser address bar, then choose <i>Manage extensions<\/i><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-69\" aria-level=\"1\">Toggle the switch next to the extension you wish to deactivate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-70\"><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-discord-not-working-in-chrome\/\">How to Fix Discord Streaming Not Working in Chrome Browser?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-6\">Fix 9: Set a different server region on Discord<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-7\">It could be that you are looking at the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d issue on Discord because of your server region. Choose a different one (which could be closer to your actual location) and try initiating a VoIP chat again. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-7\">Launch Discord and select the voice channel\u2019s server.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-8\" aria-level=\"1\">Hover your mouse over the voice channel and click the settings icon. You can also right-click the voice channel and select <i>Edit Channel <\/i> from the drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-10\" aria-level=\"1\">Now, scroll through the <i>Overview <\/i> page to the <i>Region Override <\/i> drop-down and select your server.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-10\" aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Save Changes<\/i> button and restart Discord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\"><div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">If you don\u2019t own the channel, you may lack permission to override the region settings. If you own the channel and want other members to change their regions, go to the <i>Permissions <\/i> tab, select <i>Advanced Permissions<\/i>, and then allow members to manage the channel. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-7\">Fix 10: Disable QoS on Discord<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-8\">You might be able to fix the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord issue by disabling the QoS settings on your account.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-9\">Follow these steps to turn off the feature:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-10\" aria-level=\"1\">Launch Discord and click <i>Settings <\/i> in the bottom-left corner of the window. A cog icon represents the option. It is displayed next to your Discord name.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-11\" aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Voice &amp; Video <\/i> under the <i>App Settings <\/i> section in the left pane.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-12\" aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down to the <i>Enable Quality of Service High Packet Priority <\/i> option and click the toggle to turn it off.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-13\" aria-level=\"1\">Restart the app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-14\">You can now check whether the Discord \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d problem has been resolved. <div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-15\">Fix 11: Change the audio subsystem in Discord<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-16\">Although \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d sounds like a purely network-related issue, Discord\u2019s audio subsystem can also play a role. Discord uses real-time voice protocols that depend on smooth coordination between your network, hardware, and software audio drivers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-17\">The <em>Standard<\/em> audio subsystem in Discord is optimized for modern systems and advanced audio hardware. However, it can sometimes run into compatibility problems\u2014especially on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-18\" aria-level=\"1\">Older machines<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-19\" aria-level=\"1\">Devices with outdated or quirky audio drivers<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-20\" aria-level=\"1\">Systems with virtual audio software installed (like Voicemeeter or virtual soundcards)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-21\">When you switch to the <em>Legacy<\/em> audio subsystem, Discord uses a simpler, more broadly compatible audio interface. This can help stabilize the app and resolve hidden audio initialization errors that might be interfering with real-time voice connections\u2014ultimately clearing up the dreaded \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d screen. Here are the steps to take:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-22\" aria-level=\"1\">Launch Discord.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-23\" aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Settings <\/i> (displayed as the cogwheel) in the lower-left corner of the page.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-24\" aria-level=\"1\">On the left pane, click on <i>Voice &amp; Video <\/i> in the <i>App Settings <\/i> section.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-25\" aria-level=\"1\">Set <i>Audio Subsystem <\/i> to <i>Legacy<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-26\" aria-level=\"1\">Re-launch Discord and try making a voice call.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-27\"><b>\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-cant-hear-people-in-discord\/\">Can\u2019t Hear Anyone in Discord: How to Fix It? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"ai-optimize-28\">Discord Stuck on \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d: Fixed<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-29\">The steps above explain how to fix the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d Discord problem. You should now be able to engage in Discord voice chats without hiccups. If the issue persists, try contacting Discord\u2019s support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-30\">Now that you know how to fix it, which one has worked for you? Let us know by sliding into the comments section. We\u2019d love to hear from you!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ai-optimize-31\">FAQ<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-32\"><div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How can I check if Discord servers are down?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYou can visit the Discord Status webpage to check whether the service\u2019s systems are operational. That way, you can confirm whether the issue is connected to your computer.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-33\"><div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Does using a VPN affect Discord\u2019s RTC connection?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYes, it can. If your VPN doesn\u2019t support UDP\u2014which Discord relies on for voice communication\u2014you may experience RTC connection issues. To avoid this, use a VPN that supports UDP or try disabling the VPN to see if the problem resolves.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-34\"><div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What steps can I take to fix RTC issues on a mobile device?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\tTo fix RTC connection issues on mobile, try these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-35\">Check if Discord\u2019s servers are operational<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-36\">Ensure you have a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-37\">Disable any active VPN or proxy<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-38\">Restart the Discord app<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-39\">Update the app to the latest version<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-40\">Clear the app cache (via phone settings)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-41\">If all else fails, uninstall and reinstall the app. \r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-43\"><div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Why does \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d take so long?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tThe connection might be taking too long because you have a slow internet connection or your computer can\u2019t connect to Discord\u2019s servers.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-44\"><div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How do I restart Discord?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tIf you\u2019re running Discord on Windows, click the arrow next to your language display, right-click the Discord icon in the system tray, and click the <em>Quit Discord<\/em> option.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-45\"><div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What should I do if none of the fixes resolve the RTC issue?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\tIf you\u2019ve tried all the listed fixes and still see the \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d message, start by reinstalling Discord\u2014this can resolve hidden corruption or misconfigured files. If the issue persists, it\u2019s time to contact Discord Support via <a href=\"http:\/\/support.discord.com\/\">support.discord.com <\/a>. Provide details like your device, network setup, and what you\u2019ve already tried. You can also reach out to your internet service provider to check for potential network restrictions or port blocks. \r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you can\u2019t join a voice channel on Discord, it could be an \u201cRTC Connecting\u201d error. This guide will show you effective ways to fix the problem! 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