How To Delete Snapchat Account Permanently

Snapchat is actively used by millions of people around the world, it has proved to be one of the most addicted social media apps ever. With its bunch of fun-filled filters & specialized stickers, it has managed to engulf people of all ages to become a part of 160+ M daily active user’s community.

With that out of the way, if you want to take a break from Social networking sites for whatever reason, this guide would help you delete Snapchat account permanently in a matter of a few minutes.

Why Do You Want To Delete Snapchat Account?

Your primary motive to delete Snapchat account might be privacy & security. Every time you take a snap to send it to your friend, it’s first sent to the Snapchat servers & then to the desired snapchatter.

In a crux, all your data can be accessed by not just the people who manage servers but also third-parties, sister companies, business partners etc. who can use or sell your data for their own good (may be for Ad-targeting).

So, if you have reason to start fresh & just cut off your social networks or anything, you might need to learn how to deactivate/delete your Snapchat account!

Also Read: How To Get More Views On Snapchat

How To Delete Snapchat Account Permanently Through Web Browser?

To delete Snapchat account via web browser, follow the steps below:

Step 1- To deactivate your Snapchat account permanently, go to support.snapchat.com/delete-account via any web browser on your phone.

Step 2- Enter your Snapchat credentials to log in. Check the Robot Captcha box to complete the login process.

Step 3- As soon as you get logged in, you will be redirected to Delete Account – Snapchat page. Enter your Snapchat login credentials again. 

Step 4- Tap ‘Continue’ to delete Snapchat account.

Step 5- That’s it. You’re done, say goodbye to Snapchat!

Your data will be kept by Snapchat for 30 days, in case you wish to reactivate your account again. If that’s the case, just log in with your Snapchat ID & Password, to complete the reactivation process.

Want to check if your Snapchat account has been permanently deleted or not? Try to log in using your Snapchat Credentials after 30 days. If the account has been removed, there’ll be no way to log back in!

How To Delete Snapchat Account Permanently Via Mobile App?

To delete your Snapchat account via mobile app, follow the instructions below:

Step 1- Launch Snapchat on your phone. If you’re not already logged in, enter your Snapchat ID & Password to open the app

Step 2- Head towards the main menu by clicking the icon at top-left corner. Open Settings (gear-icon) present at top-right.

Step 3- Go to Support > Help Centre > Locate My Account & Security option in menu icon (displayed as three parallel horizontal lines icon at top-right).

Step 4- Click ‘Account security’ option.

 Step 5- Hit ‘Delete My Account’ option. Several related links will be displayed below. Click on ‘How do I delete my account?’.

Step 6- At the next screen, in How To Delete Snapchat Account section > click on ‘accounts portal’.

You’ll be taken to Snapchat’s Help Centre page (Snapchat Support), where you have to enter your Snapchat User ID & Password again > proceed by tapping Continue. Once your credentials are verified, you’ll be notified on the next page about your account deactivation.

Also Read: How To Screenshot On Snapchat Without Them Knowing

Trying to detox from other social media apps too? Follow our step-by-step guide to delete Instagram & Google+ accounts!