Snapchat Blocked Third-Party Apps, So Now What?

Snapchat blocked access from all third-party apps. For Snapchat power users, this isn't great news. Here's what you need to know.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Michael Lawson

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A third-party app is any app that isn’t owned by the official app developer.

Today, Snapchat offers API access only to trusted partners.

These are mostly big brands that are looking to advertise to the Snapchat community.

Why Block All Third-Party Apps?

Snapchat’s main issue with third-party apps is security.

The third-party app was hacked, leaking almost 100,000 private Snapchat photos that had been saved through the app.

Can You Still Take Screenshots With Snapchat?

Can You Still Upload Previously Taken Photos or Videos to Snapchat?

Can You Still Add Music to Snapchat Videos?

Luckily,Snapchat lets you record musicfrom your gadget as you film your video in Snapchat.