What Does Other Snapchatters Mean on Snapchat?
Have you ever uploaded classic Snapchat stories, and when you check your story views, a little message that says “Other Snapchatters” appears?
This is a common message that many users stumble upon, so you are not alone.
As you know, checking which person viewed your story on Snapchat is fundamental for some, so at this point, all you need is answers.
Hence, if you are wondering the meaning of this message and who are the snap chatters that saw your post, worry no more.
Continue reading today’s article to get precise information about the following topics:
- What does other Snapchatters mean on Snapchat?;
- What to do if you keep getting the “other Snapchatters” section on Snapchat’s story;
- What to know about people viewing your story on Snapchat.
Understanding Snapchat Story Viewers List
Nowadays, Snapchat is one of the most prominent social media platforms in the world.
One of the secrets behind this platform’s success is the fact that you can manage your privacy settings at your will.
For instance, you can choose the Snapchatters on Snapchat that can actually interact with you.
Likewise, each Snapchat user you add to your profile will be able to see your story.
Nonetheless, when there are random unknown people or Snapchatters in your story, it’s normal to sense that the app is not working as you would want it to.
You can learn more about Stories on Snapchat support website by clicking here.
Pro Tip: Do you want to clear each recent username, chat list, and search you have made?
Learn how to Clear Recents on Snapchat by taking a look at our related blog post!
Snapchat’s Story Viewer Page
Picture this: you have just uploaded a story, and you check each person that has seen it on your profile screen.
You will see the normal story viewers list, which includes all Snapchat users you have added to this snapped app, and then, at the very bottom of the list, you will probably see “Other Snapchatters.”
What Does Other Snapchatters Mean on Snapchat?
“Other Snapchatters” means that people that you don’t have on your friends list have seen your story.
You might be asking yourself, “why and how are random people taking a look at my content?”
Well, there are three scenarios where this message can appear beside your standard, normal story viewer.
1. The Person Blocked You on Snapchat
It is important to mention that the blocked user needs to see your story prior to blocking you.
When you block someone, or someone blocks you, they can’t see your stories anymore.
Nevertheless, story viewers of friends that have blocked you on Snapchat will appear as if they were “viewing your story,” but since you can’t interact with them anymore, the “Other Snapchatters” message will appear.
A grey arrow will appear in the Snapping app if you are no longer friends with someone.
Learn more about Snapchat block, gray arrow, and blocked users by reading our related article: How to Know if Someone Blocked You on Snapchat.
2. You Haven’t Added Snapchat to Your Friends List
If you are not mutual friends with someone, whenever that person sees your story, the “other Snapchatters” message will pop up.
In order to do this, simply add the user to your friend list on your account.
That way, Snapchatters in your story that you have already added will be shown as normal story viewers.
It might also happen that you or they haven’t accepted the friend request - double-check this before thinking someone has blocked you on Snapchat!
3. You Have Been Removed from Someone’s Friend List
Removing them from friends list isn’t the same as getting blocked.
Users who aren’t your friends can see your stories by looking for your username if your profile is public.
Since you are no longer friend with that person, whenever they see stories on your account, they will appear as “Other Snapchatters.”
How to Get Rid of the “Other Snapchatter” Message
Since the main problem around the “Other Snapchatters” message revolves around a person who isn’t your friend looking at your stories, you can easily get rid of this message by doing the following.
Step 1: Open Snapchat and Tap on Your Profile Icon
Open the Snapchat application as you usually do, and tap on your profile little icon that appears at the top left corner of the screen.
Step 2: Select the “Settings” Icon
Here, you must select “Settings,” and a new menu will open. Here, you need to scroll down until you find your story’s settings.
Step 3: Go to Snapchat Story Settings
Go to Stories, and select the section that says “View My Story.”
Step 4: Change “Story View” to “Friends Only”
Here, we highly recommend you change the settings to “My Friends Only.”
This way, you will prevent any other person outside your friend list from actually checking each story you post.
Nonetheless, remember that it is also possible to customize these settings at your will.
For instance, you can personally select each friend who you want to see your stories.
That’s all for now! We understand that the “Other Snapchatters” message might be kind of weird to you, but it’s nothing to worry about.
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FAQ
Why Can’t I Find Normal Story Viewers on Snapchat?
Perhaps you are not looking for their usernames correctly.
If you are having trouble doing so, learn how to Find Someone on Snapchat by taking a look at our related guide.
Karen is a senior technical writer and copywriter here at GrowFollowing. Her area of expertize are social media apps and new media.