What percentage does Discord take from Server Subscriptions?

Discord publishes its current revenue share on its official Server Subscriptions / creator monetization page. Check it there; it has changed before.

discord server subscriptions vs third party paywall?

Server Subscriptions keep payment inside Discord but are limited by eligibility. Third-party paywalls work on any server and give you more control over checkout and customer data.

Why don't I see Server Subscriptions in my settings?

Usually because your server or account does not meet the current eligibility rules or region requirements. Check the Discord Help Center for the current list.

Do members lose access when they cancel?

Yes. The subscription role is removed when the paid period ends, which hides the channels that role unlocks.

Discord Server Subscriptions: fees, eligibility and how to enable them

Updated November 12, 2026 · Paid communities

Server Subscriptions let members pay monthly inside Discord for a role that unlocks channels and perks. Availability depends on eligibility rules (server, owner and region), and you enable it from your server settings once eligible. Discord takes a revenue share that it can change, so check the current value on Discord's official Server Subscriptions / creator monetization page rather than trusting a number from a blog.

Server Subscriptions vs third-party paywalls
Factor	Server Subscriptions	Whop / LaunchPass / Patreon
Where members pay	Inside Discord	On the vendor's checkout page
Availability	Eligible servers and regions only	Any server
Role access	Native subscription roles	Bot assigns and removes a role
Tiers	Multiple tiers with different perks	Multiple plans mapped to roles
Fees	Check Discord's official page	Check each vendor's official page
Selling outside Discord	Limited to Discord	Can sell other products, bundles, courses

What Server Subscriptions are

A Discord-native way to sell monthly membership tiers. Each tier is a role with its own channels, emoji and perks. Members subscribe with the payment method saved in Discord, and the role is removed if they stop paying.

Because it is all inside Discord, there is no separate login or account linking step for members.

Eligibility

Discord limits who can turn on monetization. Requirements have included things like being a Community server, the owner meeting age and location rules, a clean safety record and server settings like 2FA for moderation. The exact list changes, so check the current requirements in the Discord Help Center.

If you are not eligible, a third-party paywall like Whop or LaunchPass gives you the same result on any server.

Where to enable it

Make sure your server is a Community server (Server Settings > Enable Community).
Open Server Settings and look for the monetization / Server Subscriptions section. If it is not there, your server or account is not eligible yet.
Complete the owner onboarding (identity, payout and tax details through Discord's payment partner).
Create a tier: name, price, role color, perks and the channels it unlocks.
Set up a public channel that shows non-subscribers what they get, then publish.

Revenue share and payouts

Discord publishes the creator revenue share and payout details on its official Server Subscriptions / creator pages and Help Center. That number has changed before and may differ by platform, so check the current value there before you model revenue. Also account for taxes and any payment processing costs listed there.

When a third-party paywall is the better choice

Your server is not eligible or not in a supported region.
You want to sell a bundle (course + community) or annual plans with custom checkout.
You want buyer emails and data you can use outside Discord.
You also run a Telegram or Slack group.

Quick answers

What percentage does Discord take from Server Subscriptions?: Discord publishes its current revenue share on its official Server Subscriptions / creator monetization page. Check it there; it has changed before.
discord server subscriptions vs third party paywall?: Server Subscriptions keep payment inside Discord but are limited by eligibility. Third-party paywalls work on any server and give you more control over checkout and customer data.
Why don't I see Server Subscriptions in my settings?: Usually because your server or account does not meet the current eligibility rules or region requirements. Check the Discord Help Center for the current list.
Do members lose access when they cancel?: Yes. The subscription role is removed when the paid period ends, which hides the channels that role unlocks.

What to do next

Whichever paywall you choose, the server still needs tiered roles and private channels. Our paid membership template has them ready.

See the paid membership template Take the 6-question planner

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Checked: November 12, 2026. Discord changes features and menus often; if something looks different, the official help center is the source of truth. LaunchMyServer is not affiliated with Discord.