Snap Chat is one of the most popular social media apps for sharing photos and videos instantly. One of its best features is Memories, which lets you save snaps and stories to view later. Many users want to know how to download these memories to their device for safekeeping or sharing outside the app.
Steps to Download Memories on Snap Chat
Step 1: Request Your Data
- Open Snapchat and go to your Profile (tap your Bitmoji/Profile icon in the top-left).
- Tap the Settings gear icon in the top-right corner.
- Scroll down to the Account Actions section and tap “My Data”.
- You may need to log in to your account again on the website that opens.
- On the “My Data” page, scroll through the list of information to include in your download. Crucially, make sure the option for Memories and other media (or a similar label) is selected.
- Choose a date range (select “All Time” if you want everything) and confirm the email address you want the link sent to.
- Tap “Submit” or “Next” at the bottom of the page.
Step 2: Wait for the Email
Snapchat will now prepare your archive. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on how many Snaps you have. You will receive an email with a link once the file is ready to download.
Step 3: Download and Extract
You will need to use software on your phone or computer to unzip the file. Inside, you will find a folder containing your Memories (photos and videos) and other account data.
Open the email from Snapchat and follow the link to the download page.
Tap “Download” to get the compressed ZIP file.
BREAKING NEWS: Snapchat to Charge Users for Storing Old Memories
Snapchat is ending its policy of free, unlimited cloud storage for the popular Memories feature. The change, which marks a significant shift in the app’s monetization strategy, has sparked immediate backlash from long-time users who have years of photos and videos archived on the platform.
The New Policy: The 5GB Free Cap
Effective immediately, Snapchat will cap its free Memories storage at 5GB.
- Who is Affected? The vast majority of Snapchat users (those with less than 5GB of saved content) will see no change. The new policy primarily affects “power users” who have accumulated an archive of “thousands of Snaps” since the feature launched in 2016.
- The Problem: Since its introduction, users have saved over one trillion Memories, pushing the company to rethink the sustainability of its free storage model.
New Paid Storage Plans
Users who exceed the 5GB limit will now be required to subscribe to a paid plan to keep their excess Memories on the platform. The new tiers include:
| Storage Tier | Estimated US Monthly Price | Notes |
| 100GB | $1.99 | Standalone “Memories Only” plan |
| 250GB | $3.99 | Included with a Snapchat+ subscription |
| 5TB | $15.99 | Exclusive to the new Snapchat Platinum tier |
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FAQs About Snap Chat Memories
1. Can I download all Snap Chat memories at once?
Yes, you can select multiple memories and save them in bulk. However, you need to manually select them first.
2. Where are my Snap Chat memories saved after downloading?
They are stored in your phone’s camera roll or gallery.
3. Do Snap Chat memories stay forever if I don’t download them?
Yes, Snap Chat saves them in the cloud until you delete them. But downloading provides a safe offline backup.
4. Can I download Snap Chat memories on a computer?
Yes, by logging into your Snap Chat account on a browser and exporting snaps, you can download them to your PC.
5. Will Snap Chat notify others if I download memories?
No, Snap Chat does not notify anyone when you download or export your own memories.
