The Discord Awaiting Endpoint error is a common issue faced by Windows users when trying to connect to the Discord server. This error occurs when the Discord client is unable to establish a connection with the server endpoints. In this article, we will explore the causes of this error and provide step-by-step instructions to fix it on a Windows system.

Examples:

1. Check your internet connection:

• Open a web browser and try accessing a few websites to ensure your internet connection is stable.


• If you are using a Wi-Fi connection, try switching to a wired connection to rule out any potential network issues.

2. Clear Discord cache:

• Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.


• Type "%appdata%" (without quotes) and press Enter.


• Locate the "Discord" folder and delete it.


• Restart Discord and check if the Awaiting Endpoint error is resolved.

3. Disable VPN or Proxy:

• If you are using a VPN or proxy service, temporarily disable it and try connecting to Discord again.


• Some VPNs and proxies may interfere with Discord's connection, causing the Awaiting Endpoint error.

4. Disable Windows Firewall:

• Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.


• Type "control" (without quotes) and press Enter to open the Control Panel.


• Click on "System and Security" and then "Windows Defender Firewall."


• Click on "Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off" on the left side.


• Select both "Turn off Windows Defender Firewall" options and click "OK."


• Restart Discord and check if the error persists.

5. Update Discord:

• Open Discord and click on the gear icon in the bottom left corner to open User Settings.


• Scroll down to the "App Settings" section and click on "Check for updates."


• If an update is available, follow the prompts to download and install it.


• Restart Discord and check if the error is resolved.