I can't install Discord onto Windows 11 Home Edition

M Jance 0 Reputation points
2026-09-14T00:10:04.79+00:00

I am trying to install Discord onto my Windows 11 Home Edition.

I have tried every guide on Reddit and Youtube that I can find. I have tried different compatibility modes. I have tried installing it as the System Administrator. Nothing works.

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  1. AI answer

    2026-09-14T00:10:21.3433333+00:00

    Try these Windows 11 steps in order:

    1. Restart the PC
      • Go to Start > Power > Restart.
    2. Remove nonessential external devices
      • Unplug nonessential hardware such as USB drives, printers, scanners, speakers, headphones, and external drives.
      • If the PC is docked, undock it.
    3. Make sure Windows is fully updated
      • Install all important Windows updates, including hardware driver updates, before trying the install again.
    4. Temporarily uninstall third-party antivirus or security software
      • Some non-Microsoft antivirus products can block installs.
      • Go to Control Panel\Programs\Programs and Features, select the antivirus product, and choose Uninstall.
      • Restart, then try the Discord installer again.
      • Make sure the installer media is available so the antivirus can be reinstalled afterward.
    5. Uninstall nonessential older software
      • Outdated software can interfere with installs.
      • Go to Control Panel\Programs\Programs and Features, remove software that is not needed, restart, and test again.
    6. If Discord appears in Installed apps, uninstall it from Settings first
      • Go to Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
      • Select Discord, then Uninstall.
      • Follow the on-screen steps, then try a fresh install.
    7. If Windows shows a troubleshooter prompt, run it
      • Windows 11 can automatically recommend troubleshooting steps when an install or removal fails.
    8. Check whether the device is in S mode
      • In S mode, only apps from Microsoft Store can be installed.
      • Discord installed from outside Microsoft Store will not install unless the device is switched out of S mode.
    9. If the app is older or not behaving correctly, test compatibility troubleshooting
      • Older apps can fail on newer Windows versions because of compatibility issues.
    10. Advanced Windows Update repair if installs are failing broadly
    • If this is affecting more than Discord, Windows update components may be involved.
    • Warning: these steps require administrator permissions and command-line work.
    • Open Command Prompt as administrator and run these commands one at a time: 
        net stop bits
  net stop wuauserv
  ren %systemroot%\softwaredistribution softwaredistribution.bak
  ren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 catroot2.bak
  net start bits
  net start wuauserv
    • Restart the PC after the commands complete.

    If the problem is only with Discord and other desktop apps install normally, the most relevant Windows-side checks are: Windows fully updated, third-party antivirus removed temporarily, Discord fully uninstalled from Installed apps if present, and confirming the PC is not in S mode.

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  2. Ivan B 123.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-14T00:44:56.4233333+00:00

    Hii,

    Have you tried installing the Canary version of dsicord to see if it works?

    https://canary.discord.com/

    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

    Thanks

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  3. ApexNáV 265 Reputation points
    2026-09-14T05:16:03.33+00:00

    Change installation way, Search for Discord in Microsoft Store and install from there. If you was using this way for installing then, install it directly from official discord website.

    If issue remains then let me know what error or issue you get when you try to install discord.

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