Deleting your Snapchat account on the mobile app is a simple process that only takes a few taps. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to delete your Snapchat account right from the app on your iPhone or Android phone.
Can I delete my Snapchat account on the mobile app?
Yes, you can delete your Snapchat account directly through the Snapchat mobile app on both iPhone and Android phones. You do not need to go to the Snapchat website to delete your account if you only use Snapchat on your phone.
How to delete Snapchat on iPhone
Follow these steps to delete your Snapchat account on an iPhone:
- Open the Snapchat app on your iPhone.
- Tap on your profile icon in the top left corner.
- Tap on the settings icon in the top right corner (it looks like a gear).
- Scroll down and tap on “Support”.
- Tap on “My Account” and then tap on “Delete My Account” at the bottom.
- On the “Delete My Account” page, tap on “Continue” to confirm.
- Enter your Snapchat username and password when prompted.
- Tap on “Delete” to permanently delete your Snapchat account.
It’s that easy! Following those steps will completely delete your Snapchat account from the app on your iPhone. You can always re-download Snapchat later and create a new account if you change your mind.
How to delete Snapchat on Android
The process is very similar on Android phones:
- Open the Snapchat app on your Android phone.
- Tap the profile icon in the top left corner.
- Tap the settings icon in the top right corner (it looks like a gear).
- Scroll down and tap “Support”.
- Tap “My Account” and then “Delete My Account” at the bottom.
- On the “Delete My Account” page, tap “Continue” to confirm.
- Enter your Snapchat username and password when prompted.
- Tap “Delete” to permanently delete your Snapchat account.
Following these simple steps will completely remove your Snapchat account from your Android phone. You can download Snapchat again later and create a new account if you change your mind.
Why delete Snapchat from my phone?
Here are some common reasons people choose to delete their Snapchat accounts right from the app on their phones:
- You want a break from social media
- Snapchat is distracting you or wasting your time
- You’re concerned about privacy and security
- You don’t use Snapchat very often anymore
- You want a fresh start with a new Snapchat account
- You’re switching from iPhone to Android, or vice versa
Deleting the Snapchat app from your phone does not delete your account. You need to fully delete your account by following the steps above if you want your account deactivated.
What happens when I delete my Snapchat account on mobile?
Here’s what happens when you delete your Snapchat account on the iPhone or Android app:
- Your account will be permanently deactivated.
- Your friend connections will be erased.
- Your Snapchat score will be reset to 0.
- Your Snapchat memories (photos, videos, etc.) will be deleted.
- You won’t be suggested as a friend connection to other users.
Essentially, it will be like you never had a Snapchat account after you delete it through the app. You won’t be able to retrieve anything, so only delete if you’re absolutely certain.
Can I reactivate my Snapchat account after deleting?
Unfortunately, no – deleting your Snapchat account on mobile is permanent. You cannot reactivate the account or retrieve anything that was deleted.
However, you can always create a brand new Snapchat account with a different username. You’ll start fresh with none of your previous connections or memories.
Should I delete Snapchat from my phone or just the app?
If you only want a temporary break from Snapchat, just deleting the app from your phone is enough. Here’s the difference between deleting the app vs. your account:
- Deleting the app – Removes Snapchat from your phone but your account remains active.
- Deleting your account – Permanently deactivates your account and erases all data.
So if you think you may want to use Snapchat again in the future, simply deleting the Snapchat app itself is the better option. Your account will remain intact for when you reinstall the app later.
How to temporarily deactivate your Snapchat
If you want to take a break from Snapchat but aren’t ready to permanently delete your account, you can temporarily deactivate your account instead. Here’s how:
- Go to your Snapchat profile and tap the Settings (gear) icon.
- Scroll down and tap “Support”.
- Select “My Account” and tap “Deactivate Account”.
- Enter your password and tap “Continue” to confirm.
This will temporarily disable your account. You can reactive it at any time by simply logging back into Snapchat with your username and password. This preserves your data and connections.
Can I delete Snapchat messages after deactivating?
No, deactivating your Snapchat account does not delete old Snapchat messages, stories, photos, or videos you have sent or received. Your conversation history remains in the app.
The only way to permanently delete your Snapchat data is to fully delete your Snapchat account from the app’s settings. Deactivating just temporarily disables your account.
Conclusion
Deleting your Snapchat account completely removes all of your data and friends from the app. Make sure you really want to delete it before going through the steps above – the process is permanent!
If you change your mind later, you can always reinstall Snapchat and create an entirely new account. Or just temporarily deactivate your account if you think you may use Snapchat again after a break.
Now you know exactly how to delete your Snapchat account right from the app on both iPhone and Android. Just tap through the menu options to find the account deletion settings and confirm your choice.