Snapchat’s location sharing feature allows you to see your friends’ locations and for them to see yours, but only if you both choose to share your locations. There are a few ways to know if someone checked your location on Snapchat.
Check the Map
The easiest way is to simply open the Snap Map and look for your friend’s Bitmoji. If their Bitmoji is visible on the map, it means they have shared their location and you can see where they are. However, this doesn’t tell you if they actually viewed your location or not.
mutual best friends
If you have mutual best friends with the person, check to see if their Bitmoji is visible on the mutual friends’ Snap Map. If you can see their Bitmoji on the friend’s map, then chances are they can see yours too.
Location Sharing Notification
Snapchat will sometimes send you a notification saying “[friend’s name] is now sharing their location with you”. This confirms they have intentionally checked your location at least once.
Frequently Viewed List
In your Snapchat settings, go to the “Viewed Me” section. Here you’ll find a list of friends that have viewed your Story the most in the last 7 days. If that person is at the top of your list, it’s highly likely they have been checking your location frequently.
Ask Them
The simplest way is to just ask them! Say something like “I noticed you showed up on my Snap Map the other day” and see how they respond. Their reaction will probably give away if they have actually been viewing your location or not.
Look for Location Pins
When a friend views your Snap Map location, their Bitmoji will occasionally appear on the map with a small location pin logo underneath it. If you see this pin on their Bitmoji, it’s a clear sign they viewed your location.
Check Location History
In your Snapchat settings, go to Manage > Additional Services > Location. Here you can see a list of friends that have requested your location in the last 7 days. If that person is listed here, it confirms they have checked your location.
Conclusion
In summary, the main ways to know if someone is checking your location on Snapchat are:
- Seeing their Bitmoji on your Snap Map
- Getting a sharing notification from them
- Seeing their name at the top of your “Viewed Me” list
- Noticing the location pin under their Bitmoji
- Checking the Location History and seeing their name
While Snapchat doesn’t send an alert every time someone views your location, these clues will help you figure it out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Snapchat notify you when someone views your location?
No, Snapchat does not send a notification every time someone views your location. The only notification you may get is when a friend starts sharing their location with you. There are no notifications for when they view your location specifically.
Can you tell who views your location on Snap Map?
There is no direct way to get a notification for who views your location. However, if you notice their Bitmoji on your map frequently, see their name appear at the top of your Viewed Me list, or spot the location pin icon under their Bitmoji – those are signs they have likely been viewing your location.
Is there a way to see Snapchat location history?
Yes, in your Snapchat settings go to Manage > Additional Services > Location. Here you can see a list of friends who have requested your location in the last 7 days. This will show you if they have been checking your location.
Can someone stalk you on Snapchat Map?
While the Snap Map is meant for fun sharing between friends, it could potentially be misused for stalking. If someone is checking your location excessively to track your daily patterns or showing up in person at places you’ve Snapchatted, that crosses the line into stalking behavior and should be reported to Snapchat.
Does turning off Snapchat location sharing turn off Snap Map?
No, turning off location sharing only stops friends from seeing your location – it does not disable Snap Map. To disable Snap Map, go to your Snapchat settings and toggle off “Snap Map”. This will make you disappear from the Map for all friends.
Can police see your location on Snapchat?
Police cannot see your Snapchat location without legal documentation. Law enforcement would have to formally request location data from Snapchat through a search warrant or subpoena and meet the legal standards required.
How To Confront Someone Who Checks Your Location
If you discover someone has been checking your location frequently without your knowledge, here are some tips on how to bring it up:
- Remain calm – don’t be accusatory right away
- Mention what you noticed – “I saw you viewing my location…”
- Ask why in a non-judgmental way
- Express how it makes you feel – “It worries me…”
- Tell them clearly if you want it to stop
- Suggest boundaries – “Let’s both agree not to do this”
- If they react badly, reconsider the friendship
The key is to start an open and honest conversation, not attack them. Make your feelings clear and try to give them the benefit of the doubt at first. If they become defensive or angry, they may not be a good friend worth keeping.
How To Stop Someone From Checking Your Location
If you want to prevent a specific person from checking your location on Snapchat, there are a few options:
Temporarily Disable Snap Map
The simplest solution is to just turn off Snap Map temporarily or when you don’t want that person seeing where you are. Here’s how:
- Open Snapchat settings
- Tap on “See My Location”
- Toggle “Ghost Mode” on
This will make you disappear from the Snap Map.
Block The Person
Blocking the person on Snapchat will remove you from their friend list and prevent them from viewing your location:
- Go to their profile
- Tap the ⋮ icon
- Select “Block”
This will block them from seeing your Story too.
Report The Behavior
You can report a person to Snapchat for stalking behavior or harassment:
- Go to their profile
- Tap the ⋮ icon
- Select “Report”
- Choose “Location sharing abuse” as the reason
Snapchat takes stalking and harassment seriously, so reporting may get the person banned.
Turn Off Location Sharing
As a last resort, you can turn off location sharing with all friends. This will remove you from everyone’s Snap Map:
- Go to Snapchat settings
- Tap “See My Location”
- Toggle “Ghost Mode” to remain hidden
Just know turning this off disables location sharing with all your connections.
Conclusion
While Snapchat’s location sharing feature is intended for fun with friends, it can unfortunately be misused by some people for stalking behavior. If you suspect someone is checking your location excessively, look for the signs covered in this article and consider confronting them, reporting them, or blocking them. Be sure to prioritize your privacy and safety.