How to delete a Snapchat account

If you want to stop using Snapchat, or just get rid of an old account you don’t use anymore, there’s an easy way to delete an account.

Snapchat remains one of the most popular social media apps out there, with people constantly using the platform to share media and send messages to each other.

While new users are still steadily joining the multimedia messaging app, some have found that after years of using it, they now keep in touch with friends through different platforms.

Alternatively, some people may have multiple accounts and want to get rid of the ones they no longer use. Either way, there are several different reasons you might want to delete your account — here’s how to do it.

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Snapchat is used by millions of people around the world.

How to delete your Snapchat account

To delete a Snapchat account, just follow these simple steps:

1. Go to Snapchat’s account portal
   • This page can also be accessed by going to Snapchat.com, scrolling to the bottom of the page, and selecting “Support.” Then go to “My Account & Security” and click “Account Information.” Finally, select “Delete An Account.”
2. Enter your username and password.
3. Enter the security code sent to the phone number linked to the account and click “Submit.”
4. Enter your username and password again.
5. Then, click “Continue” and your account will be deactivated.

After this, you will have 30 days to log back in to reactivate your account before it’s deleted forever.

If you want to learn more about how to use Snapchat, you can check out some of our other guides, including how to remove someone from your Snapchat best friends list and how to allow camera access on Snapchat.