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Discord Stuck on RTC Connecting / No Route

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Workaround available Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Updated November 13, 2026Based on 4 user reportsHow we research

Quick answer

The voice client cannot reach Discord's voice server. Usually a network issue on your side: turn off VPN, disable QoS, change DNS, or restart your router.

Most likely fix: Turn off VPN and restart network

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

  1. 1. Turn off VPN and restart network

    1. Disconnect any VPN or proxy
    2. Restart Discord, then reboot your router
    3. Rejoin the voice channel
    Did this fix it?

  2. 2. Disable QoS

    1. Open User Settings > Voice & Video
    2. Scroll to Advanced
    3. Turn off 'Enable Quality of Service High Packet Priority'
    Did this fix it?

  3. 3. Switch DNS and flush cache

    1. Set DNS to a public resolver (for example 1.1.1.1 or 8.8.8.8) in your network adapter
    2. Run ipconfig /flushdns in Command Prompt
    Did this fix it?

  4. 4. Change voice region or test on a hotspot

    1. Server owners: Channel settings > Overview > Region Override
    2. Test on a phone hotspot; if it works, the problem is your home network
    Did this fix it?

  5. 5. Allow Discord through firewall

    1. Windows Security > Firewall > Allow an app
    2. Tick Discord for private and public networks
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

Voice channel shows RTC Connecting, then No Route, and you never join.

Why it happens

  • VPN or proxy blocking voice traffic
  • QoS High Packet Priority setting
  • Changed dynamic IP or router glitch
  • Firewall or antivirus blocking Discord
  • DNS problems

This guide also covers

  • discord rtc connecting
  • discord no route
  • discord stuck on connecting

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