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One-Year Statute of Limitations

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What it is

The agreement establishes a one-year deadline for initiating any legal action or arbitration related to disputes with Discord, regardless of the type of claim or the default limitations period under applicable law.

This analysis describes what Discord's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This contractual limitations period is shorter than the default statute of limitations for many claim types under U.S. state law, including contract and consumer protection claims, which commonly range from two to six years depending on jurisdiction. The enforceability of this shortened period varies by state and claim type, and applicable law may override this provision in certain jurisdictions.

Interpretive note: The enforceability of a one-year contractual limitations period varies by state; applicable law may override this provision in certain jurisdictions.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
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Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, users must initiate dispute resolution proceedings within one year of the date a claim accrues, which may be shorter than the default limitations period available under applicable state or federal law. Claims not submitted within this contractual window may be time-barred under the agreement's terms, subject to applicable law.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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No action, regardless of form, arising out of or relating to a Dispute may be brought by either Party more than one (1) year after the cause of action has accrued.

Excerpt from Discord's Terms of Service

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    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
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  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Provision details

Document information
Document
Discord Terms of Service
Entity
Discord
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-014157
Document ID
CA-D-00081
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
2897c37ccab2b947e24bf261fd7b72de548cca15d0ebe5d28394cebf9591ca39
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 09:46 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Discord
Document: Discord Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-014157
Captured: 2026-05-07 09:46:31 UTC
SHA-256: 2897c37ccab2b947…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/discord/discord-terms-of-service/provision/CA-P-014157/one-year-statute-of-limitations/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Discord's One-Year Statute of Limitations clause do?

This contractual limitations period is shorter than the default statute of limitations for many claim types under U.S. state law, including contract and consumer protection claims, which commonly range from two to six years depending on jurisdiction. The enforceability of this shortened period varies by state and claim type, and applicable law may override this provision in certain jurisdictions.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, users must initiate dispute resolution proceedings within one year of the date a claim accrues, which may be shorter than the default limitations period available under applicable state or federal law. Claims not submitted within this contractual window may be time-barred under the agreement's terms, subject to applicable law.

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