Discord
Discord is an American instant messaging and VoIP social platform that allows users to communicate through voice calls, video calls, text messaging, and media sharing. Originally designed for gamers, it has grown into a versatile platform for various interest-based communities. As of 2021, Discord boasts over 350 million registered users and more than 150 million monthly active users. The core product is a free communication application available on multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Key features include real-time text messaging, voice channels, video streaming, file sharing, and customizable chat spaces. Users can create or join "servers," which are organized collections of chat rooms and voice channels. Discord serves a wide range of users, including gamers, local groups, art communities, study groups, and businesses, making it suitable for both casual and structured interactions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, Discord has raised over $1.1 billion in funding and is valued at over $15 billion.