When does Snapchat delete Snaps and Chats?

[Elias]

I’m confused about how long Snapchat keeps Snaps and chat messages. When are they automatically deleted, and are there exceptions?

 

[AngelinaFi]

Snapchat automatically deletes Snaps and Chats based on how they’re sent. Snaps opened by the recipient are deleted from the chat after they’ve been viewed, while unopened Snaps are deleted after 30 days. Chats are deleted by default once both users have viewed them, but you can also set messages to delete after 24 hours. However, screenshots or saved messages won’t be deleted automatically, and Snapchat may retain some data for legal or safety reasons.

 

[riyanroshan]

Snapchat deletes Snaps after viewing or 24 hours if unopened. Chats delete after being viewed unless saved, or automatically after 24 hours or 7 days, depending on settings.

 

[loganpaul]

Snaps become deleted after they have been viewed by everyone who received the snap or 30 days later without being opened. Messages are deleted when they are seen except when you or the other individual save them.