Discord Unveils Stealth ‘Ignore’ Button for Safer Internet Day

Discord Introduces 'Ignore' Feature for Safer Internet Day

Discord has launched a new feature called 'Ignore' to coincide with Safer Internet Day 2025. This feature allows users to discreetly mute another user without the muted person being aware of it. The aim is to provide a less confrontational alternative to blocking, which can sometimes feel intimidating, especially for younger users.

Key Points:

• Feature: 'Ignore' button
• Functionality: Hides messages, DMs, notifications, and status updates from the ignored user
• Purpose: To give users space from specific individuals without making it obvious
• Usage: Accessible via the person's profile by tapping the three dots and selecting Ignore
• Safety: Discord emphasizes the importance of being aware of online threats

Additional Initiatives:

Discord is collaborating with a new non-profit organization, ROOST (Robust Open Online Safety Tools), which will provide free, open-source tools to detect and report child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Other tech companies like OpenAI, Google, and Roblox are also supporting ROOST.

Availability:

The 'Ignore' feature is available on the web and iOS app versions of Discord.