Simple Ways to Log in to Your Snapchat Account

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A user-friendly guide to signing into Snapchat, even if you don't know your password
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Do you need to sign back into Snapchat? As long as you have your username or email and password, you'll be able to log in without any issues. If you don't remember your password, you can easily request a password reset via phone number or email. You just need the number or email associated with your Snapchat account. This wikiHow will show you how to log into your Snapchat account on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.

Snapchat Login: Quick Steps

To log in, tap the blue Log In button. Enter your username or email and your password, then tap Log In . If you need to reset your password, tap Log In , then Forgot your password? Choose to reset via phone or email to change your password.

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Resetting Your Password by Phone

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  1. It's the white ghost with a yellow background.
  2. This will be above the Sign Up button.
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  3. This is below the Password field.
  4. This option will send a verification code to your phone number as an SMS text message. If the verification proves successful, you'll be able to reset your password within Snapchat. [1]
    • If you don't have a phone number on record with Snapchat, you'll need to use the via Email option in the next method.
  5. You'll need to use the phone number associated with your Snapchat account.
    • A pop-up window will open.
  6. Snapchat will send a verification code to your provided phone number. [2]
    • You can also tap Call me to have a Snapchat representative call you with the code.
    • If the mobile number is invalid, you'll be notified in red text. You'll need to reset using the email on file instead.
  7. You'll do this on the provided "Enter Confirmation Code" page. [3]
  8. You'll be taken to the new password creation screen.
  9. You'll need to enter it twice; both entries will have to match in order for you to continue. [4]
    • Be sure to create a secure password that is memorable .
  10. It's at the bottom of this page. If your entries match, your password has been successfully reset! You can now log in like usual.
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Method 2
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Resetting a Password by Email

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  1. It's the white ghost with a yellow background.
  2. This will be above the Sign Up button.
  3. This is below the Password field.
  4. This option will send a verification link to the email associated with your account. If the verification proves successful, you'll be able to reset your password within Snapchat. [5]
  5. Use the email address linked to your Snapchat account.
    • You will not be able to reset your Snapchat account with an email that isn't linked.
  6. This is the yellow button below the email field.
  7. Snapchat will send you a link to reset your password. You'll need to click the link. [6]
    • The Change My Password window should open in your mobile web browser.
    • If you don't see the email, try looking in your email provider's Spam folder.
  8. You'll need to enter it twice; both entries will have to match in order for you to continue.
  9. This is the yellow button below the password field. Your Snapchat password has been successfully reset!
    • Return to the Snapchat app to log into your account.
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Method 3
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Using Your Username and Password

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  1. It's the white ghost with a yellow background.
  2. This will be above the Sign Up button.
  3. Tap the field to input your details.
    • You can use either your username or email to log into your account.
  4. Tap the field to enter your details.
    • On iOS, you can check the box for Save Login Info on your iCloud devices if you want to save your login details.
  5. This is the blue button on the bottom of the screen.
    • As long as your credentials are correct, you'll be logged into your Snapchat account.
    • If you've forgotten your password, please refer to the method outlined at the beginning of the article.
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    What is the age restriction for Snapchat?
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    Users must be 13 years or older, in accordance with COPPA.
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    Make sure your phone is connected to a strong WiFi signal, otherwise neither your chat section nor your stories will open.
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    No. In order to login to Snapchat, you must have an account, which requires a password and either an email or a phone number.
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      • If you don't have a phone number on record with Snapchat, you won't be able to reset your password with your phone number. [7]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7012348977684-I-forgot-my-password-How-do-I-reset-it
      2. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7012348977684-I-forgot-my-password-How-do-I-reset-it
      3. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7012348977684-I-forgot-my-password-How-do-I-reset-it
      4. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7012348977684-I-forgot-my-password-How-do-I-reset-it
      5. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7012348977684-I-forgot-my-password-How-do-I-reset-it
      6. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7012348977684-I-forgot-my-password-How-do-I-reset-it
      7. ↑ https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/15616633664148-I-can-t-verify-my-email-or-mobile-number

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