Cameos are a fun way to add your selfie or a friend’s face to different animated scenes and videos in Snapchat. You can make a Cameo by taking a quick selfie, which Snapchat then animates. However, you may eventually want to delete a Cameo face that you’ve added. Here’s how to delete a face from Cameos on Snapchat.
Locate the Cameos Section
The first step is to navigate to the Cameos section in Snapchat. Here’s how:
- Open the Snapchat app.
- From the Camera screen, swipe left or tap the arrow icon in the top-left corner.
- This will open the Friends page. Swipe left again or tap the arrow icon.
- You should now be on the Cameos page where your available Cameo faces are displayed.
The Cameos section shows small circular icons representing each face that’s been added. If you don’t have any faces added yet, this area will prompt you to create your first Cameo.
Tap the Face You Want to Delete
Once you’re viewing all your available Cameo faces, it’s easy to delete any that you no longer want.
Simply tap on the face you want to remove. This will bring up a larger view of that Cameo selfie.
Tap the 3-Dot Menu
With the selected Cameo face displayed, tap the 3-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
This will open a dropdown menu with the option to Delete Face.
Confirm Deletion
Tap the Delete Face option. Snapchat will ask you to confirm that you want to delete the selected face.
Tap Delete to confirm and permanently remove the face from your Cameos.
The face will be immediately deleted. You can repeat these steps to delete any other unwanted Cameo faces.
Troubleshooting Tips
Here are some tips if you’re having trouble deleting a face from Cameos:
- Make sure you’re tapping the correct face that you want to delete. Tap it first to bring up the larger preview.
- If the Delete Face option isn’t appearing, try force quitting the Snapchat app and reopening it.
- Double check that you’re tapping Delete when confirming. This permanently removes the face.
- If a face returns after deleting it, you may need to delete that Cameo from your saved My Eyes Only section.
Deleting All Cameo Faces
If you want to delete all of your Cameo faces at once, it’s easy to do with just a few taps:
- Go to the Cameos section and tap the Manage Faces button.
- Tap the Select All button at the top of the screen.
- Tap Delete at the bottom of the screen.
- Confirm that you want to delete all faces.
This will immediately delete every Cameo face linked to your Snapchat account. You’ll have to create new selfies if you want to use Cameos again.
Read-Only Faces
Some Cameo faces may appear with a lock icon and cannot be deleted. These are read-only faces saved from certain Lenses, Filters, or other Snapchat features.
Unfortunately read-only faces cannot be removed. You’ll have to avoid selecting those thumbnails when using Cameos.
Preventing Deleted Faces from Returning
In some cases, a deleted Cameo face may mysteriously reappear in your face thumbnails after a while. This can happen if:
- You saved the Cameo selfie to Memories or My Eyes Only before deleting it from your faces.
- The Cameo was autosaved to your Memories.
- Someone else added you as a Cameo face and saved it.
To prevent deleted Cameo faces from returning, you may need to delete any saved versions in your Memories or My Eyes Only private section after removing the face.
Adding New Faces
Once you’ve deleted any unwanted faces, it’s easy to add new ones for Cameos:
- Go to the Cameos section.
- Tap the Add button (+ icon).
- Take a quick selfie following the on-screen instructions.
- If you want to add a friend’s face, tap the Add Friend button and send them a link to add themselves.
Newly added faces will now appear available for you to use in Cameos!
Saving Cameos Before Deleting
If you have any favorite Cameos using a face you’re about to delete, make sure to save them first!
Here’s how to save a Cameo:
- Tap the Cameo you want to save to preview it.
- Tap the downward arrow button to save it.
- Select Save Video or Save to Memories.
The Cameo will now be safely saved in your Memories so you can still view it after deleting the face.
Conclusion
Deleting faces from Cameos on Snapchat only takes a few taps once you’re in the Cameos section. Tap the face, open the menu, select delete, and confirm. Make sure to also remove any saved versions in Memories or My Eyes Only if you don’t want that face returning.
With some simple housekeeping, you can easily manage the faces available for your Cameos and remove any old selfies you no longer want. Have fun making new Cameo videos!
Step | Action |
---|---|
1 | Go to the Cameos section in Snapchat |
2 | Tap the face you want to delete |
3 | Tap the menu (3 dots) |
4 | Tap Delete Face |
5 | Confirm deletion |
Follow these simple steps to easily delete any face from your Cameos on Snapchat. You can repeat the process to remove multiple faces. Just make sure to delete any saved versions of the Cameo in your Memories as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete faces added by someone else?
No, you can only delete faces that you have added yourself. Faces added by friends or other Snapchat users can only be deleted by that person.
What happens when I delete a face?
Deleting a face removes it permanently from your available Cameos thumbnails. Any existing saved Cameos using that face will still work, but you won’t be able to select that face for new videos.
Why do some faces reappear after I delete them?
Saved versions of the Cameo in your Memories or My Eyes Only will cause the face to reappear, even if you delete it from your main Cameos page. Make sure to delete any saved versions after removing the face.
Can I delete faces on iPhone and Android?
Yes, the process for deleting Cameo faces works the same on both iOS and Android devices. Just access the Cameos section and tap faces to manage them.
Do deleted faces get removed from existing videos?
No, any Cameo videos created and saved prior to deleting a face will still show that face. Only new Cameos cannot access faces after they are deleted.
Deleting Faces on Older Versions of Snapchat
On older versions of Snapchat, deleting faces from Cameos takes a slightly different process:
- Go to your profile and tap the settings cog icon.
- Tap Manage Faces under the Additional Services section.
- Tap the face you want to remove.
- Tap Delete Face and confirm.
The steps are very similar, just accessed through your profile settings rather than directly from the Cameos tab. This delete process applies to Snapchat versions before the Cameos section was introduced.
Restoring Deleted Faces
Unfortunately, there is no way to restore or recover a deleted Cameo face after it has been permanently removed:
- The face cannot be retrieved from a backup.
- Snapchat does not store deleted faces.
- You will have to add the face again with a new selfie.
To be safe, only delete faces you are sure you no longer need. Consider saving important Cameos before removing the face.
Face Swapping in Cameos
In addition to adding your own face, you can swap faces with a friend in Snapchat Cameos using just a couple taps:
- Create a Cameo using your friend’s face.
- Send it to them directly or save it to your camera roll.
- Have your friend create a Cameo with your face.
- Now you can overlay their Cameo on yours!
Using the face swap option gives you both a fun way to role play and trade places in your Snapchat mini-movies. Remember you need access to each other’s faces to make it work.
Adding Facial Expressions
For even more variety, you can add different facial expressions to your Cameo faces:
- Create your initial Cameo selfie with a neutral face.
- Tap the face icon again to add another expression, like smiling or frowning.
- Continue adding different expressions as needed.
Having multiple expressions for a single face allows the Cameo animations to use a wider range of reactions. Mix up your look!
Cameo Fun for Groups
Get your whole friend group in on the Cameo fun by having everyone add their selfies. With a group of faces, you can really let your creativity run wild:
- Act out scenes and skits with your different friends playing each part.
- Roleplay different situations by swapping faces back and forth.
- Liven up group conversations by making Cameos with everyone’s reactions.
The more faces you have to work with, the more possibilities there are for funny videos and memes. It takes teamwork!
Customizing Your Cameos
Personalize your Cameos even further with accessories, effects, and more:
- Try on sunglasses, makeup, hats, and other virtual accessories.
- Add color filters or special effects to change the look.
- Overly your Cameo on different color backgrounds.
- Browse the full suite of customization tools.
Exploring all the customization options for Cameos unlocks even more ways to take your mini-movies to the next level.
Uses for Cameos
Aside from just having fun, Cameos can have lots of uses:
- Reactions – Create reaction memes and jokes.
- Messages – Spice up your conversations.
- Greetings – Send personalized hello and happy birthday videos.
- Memes – Add your face to popular meme formats.
- Storytelling – Make narrative shorts and skits.
Cameos are incredibly flexible. Find creative ways to produce fun content to send to your friends or share online.
Pro Tips for Best Cameos
Take your Cameo game to the next level with these pro tips:
- Get good lighting – Use natural light or add extra lighting.
- Frame your face well – Fill most of the viewfinder.
- Shoot different angles – Mix up profiles and straight on.
- Use clear expressions – Exaggerate happy, sad, mad, etc.
- Add props and wardrobe – Dress the part.
Put care into your Cameo selfies and you’ll get much better results. You can really make them look professional with a little effort.
Funny Ideas for Cameos
Here are some funny ways you can use Cameos to create hilarious videos:
- Add your face to iconic movie scenes
- Lip sync popular songs
- Act out viral memes and trends
- Try different accents and impressions
- Show over-dramatized reactions
- Roleplay funny situations
Let your humor and creativity shine! Part of the fun is coming up with entertaining concepts. Brainstorm different funny ideas to try out.
Cameos for Brands
Cameos offer fantastic marketing opportunities for brands and businesses. Ways to leverage Cameos include:
- Launch products with teaser videos
- Create funny branded content
- Show a day in the life of your mascot
- Spotlight user-generated Cameos
- Partner with influencers
- Run sweepstakes and contests
The right strategy can deliver viral results. Work with Snapchat’s tools to develop creative campaigns.
Troubleshooting Tips
Follow these tips if you’re having any issues with managing Cameo faces:
- Force quit and relaunch the Snapchat app if faces won’t delete.
- Check that you’re on the latest version of Snapchat.
- Delete any saved versions of the Cameo from Memories.
- Tap the actual face thumbnail before trying to delete.
- Clear the Snapchat app cache and data if needed.
Most Cameo problems can be fixed by basic troubleshooting steps like these. Reach out to Snapchat support if you need additional help.
Conclusion
Deleting faces from your Cameo library on Snapchat keeps your available selfies organized. Tap any unwanted face, select delete, and confirm your choice. Just be sure to also remove any saved versions in Memories. With a few taps, you can manage the faces in your Cameo arsenal and always present your best selfies.
Cameos are an addicting and creative way to interact on Snapchat. Learn the ins and outs of managing your Cameo faces, and have fun making hilarious videos to share!