How to enable Snapchat’s Dark Mode on iPhone

Dark mode is one of the most popular features on iOS. The ability to enable a dark theme to help reduce strain on the eyes has reached many popular apps including WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Up until recently, Snapchat was one of the biggest social media platforms that had not jumped on the dark mode trend. However, the social media platform has finally released dark mode to iOS users after almost a year’s testing to a limited number of users. Here is a simple guide you can follow to enable Snapchat’s Dark Mode on iPhone.

How to enable Snapchat's Dark Mode on iPhone

Learn how to enable Snapchat’s Dark Mode on iPhone

  1. Tap on your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen.
  2. Tap the Settings icon that looks like a gear in the top right corner of your profile page.
    Learn how to enable Snapchat's Dark Mode on iPhone
  3. Next, scroll down until you see an option called App Appearance in the My Account of the Settings menu.
    Learn how to enable Snapchat's Dark Mode on iPhone
  4. In the App Appearance menu, tap Always Dark to enable Snapchat’s dark mode. You can also choose Match System to have Snapchat sync with your iPhone’s settings so that your app appearance can fluctuate between light and dark mode based on your operating system.
    Learn how to enable Snapchat's Dark Mode on iPhone Learn how to enable Snapchat's Dark Mode on iPhone

We hope this guide helped you learn how to enable Snapchat’s Dark Mode on iPhone. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments below.

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About the Author

Asma Hussain is an editor at iThinkDifferent, where she covers Apple news, streaming services, mobile gaming, and app reviews, with a particular focus on social media and consumer tech. She writes hands-on guides and app coverage drawn from day-to-day use across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Outside of writing, she's interested in digital illustration, internet culture, and the small design decisions that shape how people use technology.

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