How to Unlock Your Snapchat Account

Written by Travis Boylls

Last Updated: October 17, 2024 Fact Checked

Is your Snapchat account locked? We can help you get it back! Snapchat may lock your account if they detect suspicious activity such as adding too many friends, using unauthorized third-party apps, or violating their guidelines. If your account has a temporary lock, you can log back in after 24 hours. If you still can't log in after a day, we'll show you how to restore your Snapchat account using the unlock form and by reaching out to customer service.

Method 1

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Using the Unlock Page

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Uninstall third-party Snapchat apps or plug-ins. If you are using an unauthorized third-party app or plug-in to access Snapchat, you will need to completely uninstall the app or plug in from your iPhone or Android before trying to sign back in.^{[1]
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- In some cases, unauthorized apps that require a jailbroken iPhone or iPad cannot be completely uninstalled. If that is the case for you, you will need to Update to the latest version of iOS to uninstall the app.
Go to https://accounts.snapchat.com/accounts/unlock in a web browser. If your account was temporarily locked, you can use this website on any computer, phone, or tablet to unlock it after several hours. For more serious offences, you may have to wait up to 24 hours to unlock your account.

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Enter the same username and password you use to access Snapchat in the app, and then click or tap Log in.
It's the yellow button at the bottom of the page. If the amount of time that passed is sufficient, you will see a message that confirms your account is now unlocked. If it hasn't been enough time, try again in a few hours.^{[2]
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Verify your email address with Snapchat. Once you're logged back in, it's a good idea to verify your email address with Snapchat to avoid being deactivated for adding too many friends. Here's how:^{[3]
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- Open the Snapchat app on your phone or tablet. It's a yellow-and-white ghost icon.
- Tap the profile icon at the top-left corner.
- Tap the gear icon at the top-right corner.
- Tap Email.
- Enter a valid email address and tap Save.
- Enter your Snapchat password and tap Continue.
- Check your email and open the verification email.
- Tap Confirm email.

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Contacting Snapchat

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Go to https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/requests/new in a web browser. If you are unable to get back into your account after 24 hours by using the "Using the Unlock Page" method, you may still be able to contact Snapchat to get your account unlocked.^{[4]
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It's the first option below "What can we help you with?"
It's one of the options below "Oh no! Tell us more."
It's next to "Need help with something else?" at the bottom of the page. This displays a form you can use to send Snapchat an email.
Use the space provided to politely explain the situation. Express why your account was locked and assure Snapchat that you will follow the terms of service from now on. Be as polite as possible.
It's the yellow button at the bottom of the screen. If your email explanation is polite and understanding, you may be able to convince Snapchat to unlock your account. If your email is rude, or you are a repeat offender, you are not likely to get your account unlocked.