Replugged is a third-party client modification ("mod") for the Discord desktop application. It is designed to enhance the Discord user experience by allowing users to install plugins and themes that modify the client's behavior and appearance.
Key Features
- Plugin & Theme Support: The core function of Replugged is to inject custom code and CSS into Discord.
- Themes: Users can completely overhaul Discord's interface (colors, layouts, transparency) using CSS-based themes.
- Plugins: JavaScript add-ons that add new features, such as "Show Hidden Channels," hidden toolbars, or silent typing.
- In-App Manager: Unlike older generations of mods that required manually dragging files into folders, Replugged emphasizes an in-client browsing experience. Users can often find, install, and update addons directly through the Replugged interface or via links that trigger an installer within the app.
- Lightweight Architecture: It markets itself as being more performance-oriented than some alternatives, aiming to minimize the "bloat" that can slow down the Discord client.
- Developer-Friendly: Replugged provides robust APIs for developers to create complex plugins that interact deeply with Discord's internal code (Webpack modules).
Comparisons to Alternatives
| Feature | Replugged | BetterDiscord | Vencord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Successor to Powercord | The "original" mainstream mod | Newer, gaining rapid popularity |
| Philosophy | Lightweight & Modular | Feature-rich & Stable | Pre-loaded w/ features ("Batteries included") |
| Installation | often requires CLI or specific installers | Simple installer | Browser extension or Installer |
| Plugin Ecosystem | Strong, largely community-driven via GitHub | Massive library, very mature | Many plugins are built-in by default |
Safety & Compliance
- **Terms of Service **: Like all Discord client mods (BetterDiscord, Vencord, etc.), Replugged is technically against Discord's Terms of Service.
- Risk Level: Discord generally does not ban users solely for using client mods. However, using "abusive" plugins (e.g., self-bots, message loggers, or tools that spam API requests) can lead to account bans.
- Open Source: The project is open-source (hosted on GitHub), allowing the community to audit the code for security, which is a critical safety factor for software that modifies your primary communication tool.
