Can You Delete a Snap You Sent on Snapchat? How to Recall Snaps

Learn how to delete a sent Snap on Snapchat before it’s opened, and understand the limitations of removing viewed Snaps.

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Yes, you can delete a Snap you sent, but with limitations. If the Snap has not been opened by the recipient, you can go to the chat, press and hold on the Snap, and select 'Delete.' Remember, this will remove the Snap, but the recipient will be notified that a Snap was deleted. However, if the Snap has already been viewed, it cannot be removed from the recipient's end.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I delete a Snap after the recipient has opened it? No, once a recipient has opened a Snap, it cannot be deleted or removed from their device.
  2. Will the recipient know if I delete a Snap I sent? Yes, if you delete a Snap before it is opened, the recipient will be notified that a Snap was deleted.
  3. How do I delete a Snap I sent that hasn’t been opened yet? Go to the chat, press and hold the Snap you want to delete, then select 'Delete' to remove the Snap before it’s opened.

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For more tips on managing your Snapchat messages and privacy settings, check out our guides on how to block contacts on Snapchat and how to save Snaps before they disappear.

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