FunOS

Discord is one of the most popular communication platforms for voice, video, and text chat. It is widely used by communities, developers, gamers, and teams who need a reliable and easy-to-use communication tool. On FunOS, you can install Discord using two different methods depending on your preference, and this guide provides complete step-by-step instructions for both installation options.

What is Discord?

Discord is a free communication application designed for both personal and community use. It supports high-quality voice calls, video calls, text messaging, file sharing, and server-based community management. Whether you want to join online communities, collaborate with teammates, or chat with friends, Discord provides a fast and secure platform that works across multiple devices, including Linux systems like FunOS.

How to Install Discord on FunOS

Method 1: Install Discord Using the .deb Package

Installing Discord using the official .deb package is the easiest and most common method for FunOS users. Follow the steps below.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You have three options to open the Terminal on FunOS:

• Click Menu in the lower-left corner of the screen, then click Terminal
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray
• Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard

Step 2: Download the Discord .deb File

Run the following command to download the latest Discord .deb package:

wget -4 -O discord.deb "https://discord.com/api/download?platform=linux&format=deb"

Step 3: Update the Package List

Before installing the package, update your system’s package list:

sudo apt update

Step 4: Install Discord

Install the downloaded .deb file using:

sudo apt install ./discord.deb

Step 5: Remove the Downloaded .deb File

After installation, you can safely delete the .deb file:

rm -f discord.deb

Step 6: Reload the Menu

To make sure Discord appears in the FunOS menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
• Click Reload menu

Discord is now installed and ready to use.

Method 2: Install Discord Using the .tar.gz Package

This method installs Discord manually by extracting the application files into the /opt directory. It is useful if you prefer a portable-style installation or want more control over where Discord is placed on your system.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open the Terminal in any of these three ways:

• Click Menu in the left corner of the screen, then click Terminal
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray
• Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard

Step 2: Download the Discord .tar.gz File

Run the following command to download the latest .tar.gz version of Discord:

wget -4 -O discord.tar.gz "https://discord.com/api/download?platform=linux&format=tar.gz"

Step 3: Extract the .tar.gz File to the /opt Directory

Extract the contents directly into /opt, the standard location for optional software:

sudo tar -xvf discord.tar.gz -C /opt

This will create a directory named /opt/Discord, containing all the application files.

Step 4: Create a Symbolic Link to the Discord Executable

Create a symbolic link so you can run Discord simply by typing discord:

sudo ln -sf /opt/Discord/Discord /usr/bin/discord

Step 5: Create a Desktop Entry for Discord

To make Discord appear in the FunOS application menu, you need to create a .desktop launcher file.

1. Copy the desktop entry file

sudo cp /opt/Discord/discord.desktop /usr/share/applications

2. Edit the desktop entry

Open the file using Mousepad:

sudo mousepad /usr/share/applications/discord.desktop

Find this line:

Exec=/usr/share/discord/Discord

Change it to:

Exec=/usr/bin/discord

Your final .desktop file should look like this:

[Desktop Entry]
Name=Discord
StartupWMClass=discord
Comment=All-in-one voice and text chat for gamers that's free, secure, and works on both your desktop and phone.
GenericName=Internet Messenger
Exec=/usr/bin/discord
Icon=discord
Type=Application
Categories=Network;InstantMessaging;
Path=/usr/bin

3. Save the file and close Mousepad

Step 6: Remove the Downloaded File

You can delete the .tar.gz file to free up space:

rm -f discord.tar.gz

Step 7: Reload the Menu

To make Discord appear in the FunOS menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
• Click Reload menu

Launching Discord

To open Discord:

• Click the Menu button
• Go to the Internet category
• Click Discord

Discord is now ready to use on your system.

How to Uninstall Discord on FunOS

Method 1: Uninstall Discord Installed from the .deb Package

If you installed Discord using the official .deb package, you can remove it completely from FunOS by following the steps below.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open the Terminal using any of these options:

• Click Menu in the left corner of the screen, then click Terminal
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray
• Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard

Step 2: Remove Discord

Run the following command to uninstall Discord and remove its package files:

sudo apt remove --purge discord

Using --purge ensures that configuration files installed by the package are also removed.

Step 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies

Clean up leftover dependencies that are no longer needed:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

Step 4: Remove User Data (Optional)

If you want to remove all user-specific Discord data (such as settings, cache, or session data), delete the Discord configuration directory:

rm -rf $HOME/.config/discord

This step is optional. Skipping it will preserve your configuration if you decide to reinstall Discord later.

Step 5: Reload the Menu

To ensure the Discord entry is removed from the FunOS menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
• Click Reload menu

Discord installed from the .deb package has now been fully uninstalled.

Method 2: Uninstall Discord Installed from the .tar.gz Package

If you installed Discord using the .tar.gz package, the removal process is different because the files were added manually to the system. Follow the steps below to completely remove the extracted files, symbolic link, and desktop entry.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open the Terminal using any of the following methods:

• Click Menu in the left corner of the screen, then click Terminal
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray
• Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard

Step 2: Remove the Discord Directory

Delete the directory where Discord was extracted:

sudo rm -rf /opt/Discord

This removes all Discord application files.

Step 3: Remove the Symbolic Link

If you created a symbolic link for the discord command, remove it:

sudo rm -f /usr/bin/discord

Step 4: Remove the Desktop Entry

Delete the .desktop launcher file so Discord no longer appears in the application menu:

sudo rm -f /usr/share/applications/discord.desktop

Step 5: Remove User Data (Optional)

If you want to remove all Discord user data from your home directory, run:

rm -rf $HOME/.config/discord

This step is optional. If you plan to reinstall Discord later, you may skip removing this folder to keep your settings.

Step 6: Reload the Menu

Refresh the FunOS menu so the Discord entry is removed:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
• Click Reload menu

Discord installed from the .tar.gz package is now completely removed from your system.

Conclusion

Discord is a versatile and powerful communication tool that runs smoothly on FunOS, whether you choose to install it using the .deb package or the .tar.gz archive. The .deb package method is straightforward and integrates seamlessly with the system’s package manager, while the .tar.gz method offers more manual control over file placement and configuration.

No matter which installation method you prefer, this guide provides everything you need—from downloading and installing Discord to fully removing it when no longer needed. With Discord set up on your FunOS system, you can enjoy high-quality voice calls, video chats, messaging, and community interaction right from your Linux desktop.