Change your password through the Snapchat app or website in under five minutes

Open Snapchat and tap your profile icon in the top left corner. Select the gear icon to enter Settings. Scroll down and tap "Username and password," then select "Change password." Enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it. Tap "Save" and you're done — Snapchat will log you out of all other devices and sessions once the change takes effect.

If you're on a computer, go to snapchat.com, sign in, and click the profile icon in the top right. Select Settings, then "Username and password," then "Change password." The steps are the same: current password, new password twice, then save.

Your new password takes effect immediately. You'll stay logged in on the device you used to change it, but Snapchat will sign you out everywhere else within a few minutes. This is a security feature — if someone else had access to your account, this forces them off.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password from the Snapchat app by going to Profile > Settings > Username and password > Change password.
  • The same option exists on snapchat.com if you prefer to change it on a computer.
  • You must enter your current password before you can set a new one.
  • Changing your password signs you out of Snapchat on all other devices within a few minutes.

Make your new password strong and unique

A strong password is at least 12 characters long and mixes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid passwords based on your name, birthday, or words from the dictionary. Do not reuse a password you've used on other accounts — if one site gets hacked, attackers will try that password everywhere.

A password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or KeePass can generate and store a unique password for Snapchat so you don't have to remember it. If you use a password manager, you only need to remember one strong master password.

What to do if you've forgotten your current password

If you can't remember your current password, you cannot change it through Settings. Instead, sign out of Snapchat completely, then go to the login screen and tap "Forgot password?" Enter your username or email address. Snapchat will send you a link to reset your password — check your email inbox and spam folder.

Click the reset link and create a new password. You'll be able to log back in with the new password right away. This process works whether you access Snapchat through the app or the website.

Recover your account if you can't access your email

If you've forgotten your password and no longer have access to the email address linked to your account, tap "Need more help?" on the password reset screen. Snapchat will ask you to verify your identity using your phone number, recovery codes, or other information tied to your account.

Have your phone number ready — Snapchat may send a verification code to the number on file. If you set up recovery codes when you first secured your account, you can use one of those instead. If you have neither, Snapchat's support team can help, though the process takes longer.

Turn on two-factor authentication for extra security

After you change your password, consider adding a second layer of security. In Settings, find "Two-Factor Authentication" and turn it on. Snapchat will ask whether you want to receive codes by text message or through an authenticator app like Google Authenticator or Authy.

Once two-factor authentication is on, anyone trying to log in to your account — even with the correct password — will need to enter a code from your phone. This stops attackers who have stolen your password but don't have your phone. You'll still log in normally on your own devices; the code is only required on new devices or browsers.

What happens after you change your password

Snapchat logs you out of the app or website on every device except the one you used to make the change. If you use Snapchat on your phone and your computer, you'll stay logged in on whichever device you changed the password on. You'll need to log back in on the other device using your new password.

This logout happens within a few minutes, not instantly. If you notice you're still logged in on another device after 10 minutes, try closing and reopening the app or refreshing the website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my password without knowing my current password?

No. If you don't remember your current password, you must use the "Forgot password?" option on the login screen instead. That process sends a reset link to your email address, and you can create a new password without entering the old one.

Will changing my password delete my Snapchat memories or streaks?

No. Changing your password only affects your login credentials. Your photos, videos, memories, streaks, and all other account data stay exactly as they are.

How often should I change my Snapchat password?

Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you reused it on another account that was hacked, or if you haven't changed it in over a year. You don't need to change it more frequently than that unless you have reason to suspect a breach.

What if I change my password and can't log back in?

Make sure you're typing the new password correctly — passwords are case-sensitive, so "Password123" is different from "password123." If you're still locked out, use "Forgot password?" to reset it again. If that doesn't work, contact Snapchat support through the app or website.