If you’re experiencing an “RTC Connecting” issue on Discord, it usually means that the client is having trouble establishing a voice connection to the server. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
- Check your internet connection: Ensure that you have a stable and strong internet connection. Try opening other websites to verify if your connection is working properly.
- Restart Discord: Close the Discord application completely and then restart it. This can resolve any temporary issues that might be causing the problem.
- Disable VPN or Proxy: If you’re using a VPN or proxy service, try disabling it to see if the issue is resolved. VPNs and proxies can sometimes cause connection problems with Discord.
- Change server region: If you’re the server owner or have administrative privileges, try changing the server region. To do this, go to Server Settings > Overview > Server Region and choose a different region. This can help if the current server is experiencing issues.
- Update Discord: Ensure that you’re using the latest version of Discord. If you’re using the desktop app, go to the Discord website and download the latest version. If you’re using the mobile app, check for updates in your app store.
- Check your firewall and antivirus settings: Make sure that Discord is allowed through your firewall and antivirus software. Sometimes, these security programs can block Discord from connecting properly. Add Discord to your firewall’s exceptions list and ensure your antivirus isn’t blocking it.
- Reset your network settings: Issues with your network settings might be causing the RTC Connecting problem. Reset your network settings to resolve any conflicts. On Windows, you can do this by following these steps: a. Press the Windows key + X and select “Windows PowerShell (Admin)” or “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the context menu. b. Type the following commands one by one, and press Enter after each command:
- ipconfig /release
- ipconfig /renew
- ipconfig /flushdns
- netsh winsock reset
- netsh int ip reset
- Enable or disable Quality of Service (QoS): In some cases, enabling or disabling QoS can resolve RTC Connecting issues. To do this, follow these steps: a. Open Discord and click on the gear icon near your username to open the “User Settings.” b. Navigate to “Voice & Video” settings. c. Scroll down to the “Quality of Service” section. d. Toggle the “Enable Quality of Service High Packet Priority” option on or off, depending on its current state. e. Restart Discord to check if the issue is resolved.
- Use Discord Web or Mobile App: If none of the above solutions work, try using Discord on the web or on your mobile device as an alternative.
If you still experience RTC Connecting issues after trying these steps, you might want to reach out to Discord’s support team for further assistance.