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Datcord vs Discord: catalog facts
Datcord	Discord
Free Free and open source under GPL-3.0-or-later.	Freemium Free to use, with an optional Nitro subscription.
Linux	Windows, iOS, Web
Uses Gecko instead of Chromium Open source alternative to the official Discord app	Drop-in voice channels without placing calls Low-latency screen and game streaming
Unofficial client, so Discord changes may break it Requires a Discord account	Proprietary and centrally hosted Some features sit behind the Nitro subscription
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
Account needed	Account needed
Needs internet	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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