If you are a frequent user of Discord, you may have encountered the “RTC Connecting” message on your Windows device indicating that your Discord application is not able to establish a voice connection with the server.

This can be very frustrating, especially when you need to communicate with your friends or colleagues in a group chat. Thankfully, there are several solutions that you can try to fix this problem. In this article, we will take a look at some easy steps to fix Discord stuck on RTC Connecting on Windows.

1. Check Your Internet Connection

The first thing you need to do is to check your internet connection. Discord requires a stable internet connection to establish a voice connection with the server. So, make sure your internet is working fine, and you have a stable connection. Also, check if your router and modem are working correctly.

2. Check the Discord Status

Sometimes, the problem may not be on your side. So, before trying any other solution, check the Discord status to know if there are any server outages or maintenance currently being carried out. You can check the Discord status on their official website or through their Twitter handle.

3. Check Firewall and Antivirus Settings

Firewalls and Antiviruses may interfere with your internet connection causing the “RTC Connecting” issue. So, try disabling them temporarily to see if that fixes the problem. If the issue is resolved, then add Discord to the exception list in both the Firewall and Antivirus software to avoid future issues.

4. Try Changing Server Regions

The Discord server regions might be overloaded, causing the RTC connecting issue. So, try changing to a server region that is less populated or less busy. You can do this by going to the Voice Setting in the Settings menu and selecting another server region.

5. Update Your Audio Drivers

Outdated audio drivers might also cause the “RTC Connecting” issue. So, try updating your audio drivers to the latest version. You can do this by going to the device manager, selecting your audio device, and selecting the update driver option.

6. Reinstall Discord

If all the above methods fail to resolve the issue, then try reinstalling the Discord application. To do this, go to the Control Panel, select Programs and Features, and then select Discord. Click on uninstall, and follow the instructions to complete the process. Then, download the latest version of Discord and install it.