How To Delete Snapchat Account Fast
The Snapchat app isn’t for everyone. If you want to deactivate your Snapchat account for whatever reason, you have the right to do so.
Some people want to keep their personal data private, while others just want to disconnect from social media platforms.
Whether you want to permanently delete Snapchat or this is just a temporary decision, we’ll still show you how to do it.
In today’s article, we’ll explain to you how to delete Snapchat account in easy steps.
Reading this blog post will give you valuable information about:
- Guidance during the account deletion process;
- How to delete your account permanently and temporarily in Snapchat;
- How to reactivate your Snapchat account if you regret your decision.
Things You Must Know Before you Delete Your Snapchat Account
As it happens with other apps and social platforms, Snapchat also has its privacy risks and location data policies.
Some people just don’t want their device data to appear in the Snapchat App main user database.
Well, when your Snapchat account gets permanently deleted, the company won’t be able to store the account information anymore.
Still, do you want to deactivate your account forever, or is it just something temporary? Better think about it before you proceed.
How to Delete Your Snapchat Account on PC
If you have firmly decided to delete your Snapchat account, then it’s time to do it once and for all.
Now, you can do this procedure by following a straightforward process of just a couple of clicks.
Go to Snapchat’s Support Page
First, go to the official Snapchat App accounts page by clicking here.
Here, all you need to do is to click “Account Security” as shown in the following screenshot:
Don’t forget to log in with your username and password to make the process quicker.
Go to the Account Deletion Page
Here, you need to select “Delete my account”, and the following screen will appear:
If you, too, are sorry to see Snapchat go, you can stop here, and nothing will happen. Otherwise, click the accounts portal link that will subsequently redirect you here:
Yes, Snapchat, we are leaving you - it’s not you, it’s me. Don’t forget to type in your username and password, and that’s it.
How to Delete Your Snapchat Account on Mobile Devices
Since you are more likely to use Snapchat on your phone, it’s also essential to know how to permanently delete your account on your iPhone or Android device.
Open Snapchat and Go to Settings
After opening the app on your phone, just go to settings and look for the “I Need Help” option as shown below:
Deactivate Your Account
You can either select the “Delete my account” option manually or look for it in the Search Bar.
Here, just follow the procedure as previously mentioned, click accounts portal and write your username and password.
Done - so long, Snapchat! See you in the other life.
How to Reactivate Your Snapchat Account
Now, let’s imagine that you regret your decision to erase your account.
Fortunately, you can still come back to Snapchat if you want!
Note that the deletion process just deactivates the account for 30 days.
After those 30 days pass, your account will be permanently deleted.
If you don’t want to have a deactivated account anymore, just go back to the Snapchat App or website and write your account details (username and password) one more time.
Snapchat will ask you if you want to reactivate your account or not.
Just press “Yes” and you are good to go.
Once again, if you try to do this after more than 30 days since the deletion of your account, it won’t be possible at all.
That’s all you need to know for now! Take a look at our other Snapchat Guides to get the latest news regarding this magnificent mobile app.
FAQ
Can You Recover Your Account on Snapchat after 30 Days?
No. It’s not possible to recover your account after 30 days of deactivating it.
That’s why you need to be sure if you want to delete it permanently.
What Happens if You Delete an Account on Snapchat?
The company will not be able to store your data after 30 days have passed.
You will also lose all the multimedia files and chats you have sent to your contacts.
Karen is a senior technical writer and copywriter here at GrowFollowing. Her area of expertize are social media apps and new media.