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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.
Steps
Using the Unlock Page
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1Uninstall 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.
- 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.[1]
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2Go 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.[2]Advertisement
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3Log in to your Snapchat account. Enter the same username and password you use to access Snapchat in the app, and then click or tap Log in.
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4Click or tap Unlock. 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.
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5Verify 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:
- 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.
Contacting Snapchat
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1Go to https://support.snapchat.com/en-US/i-need-help 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.
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2Click or tap the circle next to "My account login." It's the first option below "What can we help you with?"
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3Click or tap the circle next to "I think my account was hacked." It's one of the options below "Oh no! Tell us more."
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4Click or tap Yes. 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.
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5Enter your username, email, and phone number into the provided blanks.
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6Type a polite email message requesting reinstatement. 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.
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7Click or tap Send. 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.
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1. Go to https://accounts.snapchat.com/accounts/unlock in a web browser.
2. Login to your Snapchat account.
3. Click Unlock.
4. Uninstall any unauthorized third-party apps or add-ons.
5. Open the Snapchat app.
6. Verify your email or phone number, if you have not already done so.
7. Contact Snapchat at https://support.snapchat.com/en-US/i-need-help if you need further help with your account.