How to disable saving snaps in memory
Take control of your Snapchat experience and maintain your digital privacy by disabling the default snap-saving feature.
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Sometimes you take a quick picture of something you find intriguing and post it on your Snapchat story, only to later find it automatically saved to your memory. While Snapchat memory is great for preserving significant moments we share, there are some things you post for just that short time and do not wish to find still sticking around.
Whether it's for privacy reasons, to free up storage space, or simply to maintain control over your digital footprint, whatever the reason is for not preserving a snap story, Snapchat provides an easy way to disable its default saving snaps in-memory feature.
This guide will teach you how to disable saving snaps in memory on your Snapchat, giving you ultimate control over what is stored in your application.
How to disable saving snaps in memory
Step 1: Open the Snapchat app on your phone and tap on the Profile icon in the top-left corner of your Snapchat screen.
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Step 2: Tap the Settings icon (⚙) in the top-right corner.
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Step 3: Scroll down in the settings menu and locate "Memories" under "PRIVACY CONTROL".
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Step 4: Select "Auto Save My Story Snaps"
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Step 5: Check "Don't Auto-Save"
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Conclusion
By following the steps outlined in this guide, you've successfully taken control of your Snapchat experience and disabled the default snap-saving feature. This simple tweak can make a significant difference in maintaining your digital privacy and freeing up storage space on your device.
With this, you can now use Snapchat with greater confidence, knowing that your snaps will truly disappear after they're viewed. Whether you're sharing funny moments with friends or capturing sensitive information, you can rest assured that your Snapchat memory will only store what you want it to.
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