Discord is a real-time chat platform built around persistent servers split into voice, video, and text channels. Members drop into rooms, jump between live huddles, and keep searchable threads alongside bots and custom integrations. Originally built for gaming communities, it is now widely used by VC firms and founders to run scout networks, investor-only communities, and public founder hangouts that would feel too heavy for Slack.
Key features
- ·Persistent servers split into voice, video, and text channels
- ·Bots and custom integrations on top of every server
Popular use cases
- ·Host a scout community where drive-by voice rooms and topic channels keep deal chatter flowing
- ·Run a portfolio or LP community with gated channels, live AMAs, and searchable message history
Last reviewed · April 26, 2026Suggest an update ↗