Want to indulge in your interest in all things cybersecurity on Discord channels? You’re in the right place because we have the ultimate list of the best Cybersecurity Discord channels in this guide. Discord is a community used by millions to keep in touch with friends and share interests from around the world. It began in 2015 and now has over 140 million monthly active users.
What began as a predominantly gaming platform became something so much bigger, and there are now thousands of channels, known as servers, for users to take part in. It’s particularly popular amongst tech fans, and cybersecurity Discord channels are now the go-to place for the latest cybersecurity news, tips, and tricks.
Although there are hundreds to choose from, we have narrowed it down to the five biggest and best cybersecurity discord channels. We’ve also added some notable mentions that didn’t quite make the cut but are worth checking out. Keep reading to find out what they are.
The Certification Station
The Certification Station is so much more than just a snappy name. It’s the only community on Discord where those looking to get security certifications can come together to study. Students ask for advice, share tips for particular courses, and support each other through qualifications.
There are over 26,000 members in The Certification Station, and there’s almost always somebody online to talk cybersecurity with. Its official description is ‘The best place to study together for security certifications!’ and it’s tagged as tech, cybersecurity, and infosec. The server currently has a rating of 5-stars over 25 reviews.
Bounty Hunters
Bounty Hunters is a community of over 6,500 cybersecurity fans that come together to talk about ethical hacking, methods to improve skills, and how to become a great bug bounty hunter. What’s great about this particular Discord channel is the description emphasizes that both beginners and expert level users are welcome. This is great, as many of these platforms can be intimidating for first-timers.
The community does not condone any illegal activity and permanently bans any users from discussing illicit acts, so it’s a completely safe place to be. It currently has 8 5-star reviews and a very active community, with between 10% and 30% of users being online at any one time.
Tech Hatters
The Tech Hatters Discord channel describes itself as a friendly cybersecurity community from all over the world. Users are a combination of cybersecurity enthusiasts, programmers, and gamers.
There are over 2,000 members and the community has a real team spirit. Of the 19 5-star reviews, one of the newest reads ‘the mods and people in the server are really nice and willing to help you on your challenges on learning hacking.’
If you are looking for a friendly and helpful bunch of fellow cybersecurity enthusiasts, look no further than Tech Hatters on Discord.
Digital Overdose
Digital Overdose is an aptly named Discord channel for those that can’t get enough of all things cybersecurity and programming. Unlike some others, this server also discusses ethical hacking, so it’s not for everybody. However, if ethical hacking is another of your interests, you’re sure to enjoy Digital Overdose.
There are only 1,500 members on this Discord channel, so it’s small-time compared to some others, but it has a real sense of community. It’s a platform for cybersecurity enthusiasts to share knowledge, and they even host a free conference bi-annually for members. The channel is unrated at the time of writing.
The Cybersecurity Club
With a name like The Cybersecurity Club, it’s no surprise that we’re recommending this as one of the best cybersecurity Discord channels. Similar to Digital Overdose, it has a small community of just 1,500 members, but it’s growing fast.
The description for the channel states: ‘The Cybersecurity Club has members who are working in the IT industry that can help with knowledge sharing, cybersecurity skills and careers advice.’ So this is a fantastic place to connect with real experts that are working in the industry to get plenty of helpful advice.
Other notable mentions
There are thousands of Discord channels and hundreds within the cybersecurity and tech space. Each has its own community and brings something to the table. Although we have highlighted the top five in this post, it feels unfair not to include some of the other great channels that would also be worth joining. Here they are:
- CyberCord (Ethical Hacking • Programming • Cybersecurity News)
- The White Circle
- Techies Hideaway
- Tech Haven
- CyberSec Students
- Code Universe
To join any of the channels in this guide, you will need to create an account on Discord.com. The platform is completely free and can be used on any device. Discord can be used in 30 different languages, including English, Spanish, German, Polish, Italian, and many others.
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