Snapchat Web: What It Is, How to Use It, and All Its Features

• Snapchat Web is now available for everyone. Simply open web.snapchat.com in your browser for a quick Snap Web login.
• You can chat with friends, react to messages, make audio or video calls, and share Snaps with ease.
• You cannot view received Snaps, post stories, record video Snaps, or add music.

Snapchat fans love the mobile app, but did you know you can use Snap Web on your computer? You can stay connected from your laptop or PC. It helps you keep in touch with your friends so you don’t miss any Snaps. In this guide, we’ll explain how to create a Snapchat Story on the Web and everything else about Snapchat Web.

Snapchat Web is the browser-based version of the app, which you can use on your laptop, Chromebook, or even a school computer. It lets you do almost everything the app does, like watching stories, chatting, and taking Snaps. Originally released in 2022 exclusively for Snapchat Plus users, the web version is now available to everyone.

You can access Snapchat Web by visiting the official website. If you have a Windows PC or laptop, you can install the Snapchat app from the Microsoft Store for a similar web experience

Snapchat for Web offers nearly the same features as the app. Here’s a quick list of what you can do on Snap Web. These include:

• Send messages to friends, respond to chats, and view the Snaps they share.
• It works even if your phone isn’t connected to the internet.
• View their stories, located at the top of the chat screen.
• You can make voice and video calls directly from the chat window.
• It also allows you to share Snaps and stories using your laptop or computer webcam.
• All your favourite Snapchat filters are available on the web version.
• Click the option on the right to view Discover videos.
• On Snapchat for Web, you cannot take a screenshot of a chat.

Logging into Snap Web is simple, and the Snapchat Web experience runs smoothly on browsers such as Chrome, Edge, or Firefox.

• Open Snapchat on your laptop or desktop using a browser, such as Chrome.
• Enter your username or email address, or click Use phone number instead.
• Type your Snapchat password and press Next.
• Enter the six-digit code you received in your email or phone.
• If your phone shows a message saying, “Are you trying to access Snapchat from a browser?” tap Yes to log in.

Once logged in, you can start using the web version of Snapchat just like the mobile app for messaging and calling.

To fix web login, make sure you’re on profile.snapchat.com or accounts.snapchat.com. Check your internet (Wi-Fi or data, turn off VPN). Confirm your login info, clear browser cache and cookies, or try another browser. 

If issues continue, reset your password in the app or on the portal. Additionally, if your account is locked, wait 48 hours and contact Snapchat Support, as web login often requires prior app setup.

• Correct URL: Use https://accounts.snapchat.com or https://profile.snapchat.com, not just snapchat.com.
• Internet: Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data, or vice versa, and disable any VPNs.
• Credentials: Verify that your username, email, and password are accurate.
• Restart: Close the browser or app and restart your device.
• Check Snapchat Status: Check whether Snapchat is down worldwide. 

If you’re new to Snapchat Web, you may be wondering how to share a Snap with friends. Here’s an easy guide to help you do that:

• Access your account by logging in.
• Click the large camera icon on the homepage.
• Allow the site to access your webcam so you can take Snaps.
• Browse the filters and select the one that suits you.
• Click the shutter button below to capture a Snap. Note that holding the button won’t work because video recording isn’t supported on the Web version.
• Finally, click Send to and select the contact to share your Snap.

One thing the Web version does well is that it lets you make voice and video calls with friends. This feature is missing from WhatsApp’s web client. Here’s how to make a call:

• On the Web version, open the chat of the friend you want to call.
• At the top of your conversation, you’ll see icons for voice and video calls on the right.
• While on the call, you can switch your mic and video on or off and even share your screen.
• To hang up, tap the red Hang up button at the top of the screen.

You can also watch your friends’ stories on the Web. Here’s how:

• Visit the Snapchat Web homepage.
• You’ll find your friends’ stories represented by circle icons above the chats in the left pane.
• Click the circle to see the story.
• Once you’ve viewed the story, you can reply using the comment box below.

Snapchat for Web includes the Spotlight feed, but it’s not immediately visible. If you can’t find it, follow these steps:

• On the main page, move your cursor to the right area.
• The Spotlight button will slide out from the right.
• Press the Play button to view the Spotlight feed.
• You can scroll up and down to browse the feed.
• After you’re done, click the arrow at the top to exit Spotlight.

If you want to focus on work and mute Snapchat, here’s how to manage your friends’ chat notifications.

• Open Snap Web and select the chat of the person whose notifications you’d like to turn off.
• In the chat window, click their name at the top.
• Now, select Message notifications.
• Select the Silent option to turn off all notifications from that friend.
• Another option is to click your profile icon on the homepage and select Turn Off Notifications.

If you don’t want to keep chats with certain people on Snapchat, here’s how to delete them. If you want to remove a person, here’s how to unadd people on Snapchat Web: open their chat, click their name, select the three dots (•••), and choose Remove Friend.

• On Snap Web, open the chat you want to delete.
• Choose Delete chats, then select either After Viewing or “24 Hours After Viewing”.
• Select the Clear from Chat Feed option to completely delete their chat and history.

Although you can’t search for people to add on Snapchat for Web, you can still add friends. Just accept requests from people who’ve sent them on the app. Here’s how to add them back.

• Open Snapchat Web in your desktop browser.
• On the homepage, click the add friend icon at the top of the left panel.
• You’ll find all your pending friend requests here.
• Click Accept to add the person as your friend on Snapchat.

On the Web version, you can share image files (PNG, JPEG, and GIF) in a conversation through different methods:

• Drag and drop: Simply click and drag the file from your computer into the chat bar of an open conversation.
• Picture icon: Click the picture icon (or camera roll icon) in the chat bar to open your computer’s file explorer and choose the image you want to send.
• Copy and paste: Copy a file from your computer and paste it straight into the chat bar.

You can install Snapchat Web as a PWA on your desktop using Chrome or Edge. Visit web.snapchat.com and click the install icon in the address bar. Alternatively, you can use the browser menu to install it. This creates a desktop shortcut for quick access. It works like a native app and includes notifications. Snapchat also has a dedicated app in the Microsoft Store for Windows.

1. Start Google Chrome on your computer.
2. Go to web.snapchat.com.
3. Log in to your Snapchat account if asked.
4. Find the install icon in the address bar. It’s often a monitor with a downward arrow or a + sign on the right.
5. Tap the install icon. You’ll see a prompt asking, “Install app?”
6. Press the Install button in the pop-up window.
7. Snap will open in a separate window, and a desktop shortcut (and sometimes a Start Menu entry) will be created automatically.

Snapchat Web allows you to chat, call, and send Snaps directly from your browser. It works well on desktops and includes AR Lenses, Memories, analytics, and profile tools. The mobile app runs faster since it uses your phone’s hardware. The Web version is designed for simple chatting, but the Mobile App provides full creative options and all advanced features.

• Accessibility & Convenience: 
  • Web: Access it through any browser (starting with Chrome). It works well on a computer, and you don’t need to download an app.
  • Mobile: The app must be installed, but it’s great when you’re out and about, as it utilises your phone’s camera and GPS.
• Features:
  • Web: You can chat, call, and send Snaps, plus now use features like Lenses and see your Memories.
  • Mobile: Complete tools including AR Lenses for Snaps, Story management, analytics, username changes, and detailed privacy settings.
• Performance & Hardware: 
  • Web: Browser-based, fully internet-dependent, and not as fast for high-performance features.
  • Mobile: Built into your device, giving quicker performance and direct access to the camera and files.
• Updates:
  • Web: Updates happen automatically from the server.
  • Mobile: Updates are available through the App Store or Google Play Store.