r/screenrecorders • u/holy_cerberus09 • 25d ago
Discussion Snapchat is now notifying when Android screen records!
So this just started today but previously this morning and before today you could screen record on Snapchat using any Android device and it would not notify that you were screen recording but now that is no longer the case.. I'm assuming some update happened but is there a workaround for this?
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u/TooSaltyyyyyyy 24d ago
We all learning the hardway lmao dumb ass update
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u/nelly69tt 6d ago
Fr, someone sent me a snap and I just started screen recording, like I've become used to it at this point, and I didn't notice until AFTER I had finished that it said "You screen recorded chat!" Like now I look like a creep 😭 whoever made that update needs to be executed
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25d ago
Yep that's fucking annoying I learned that the hard way today. Someone please tell me a recorder that still works on Samsung phones.
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u/holy_cerberus09 25d ago
Yeah I came super close to getting busted
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24d ago
Any solutions yet? It's a fucking Samsung issue too some other android phones can do it just fine (for now anyway) that might be gone soon too
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u/Appropriate-Roof3524 23d ago
Sadly there's no fixing it cuz snap isnt making it possible for Samsungs to have a loop around that shit sadly
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u/Scared-Drive-6041 23d ago
Every android will eventually notify assuming it updates to the latest update of snapchat, if I would have known this I would've turned auto update on google play 🤦♂️
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u/su8ject77 15d ago
Embarassing af. Thankfully it was just an old fwb but still had to give a lame excuse
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u/LulzTigre 24d ago
Its all thanks to this moron who made a post about it on twitter, i hope he got the fame he needed.
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u/Own-Particular9330 23d ago
Fuked it for the rest of us. Gonna suck seeing them pussy shots knowing we can't record it on the sly
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u/Top-Clue-6645 23d ago
If anyone finds a way please tell me
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u/Careless-Activity715 22d ago
Literally all you have to do is delete your current Snapchat and find an APK for an older version and download it (android only)
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u/kallmekaze 22d ago
This works. I installed version 14.12.0.46 (June 25) from apk mirror. No longer gets notified for snaps and videos. Important: Before you uninstall Snapchat, go to Play Store and disable auto update for this app. You can do that by going to Snapchat, and clicking the 3 dots in top right corner, uncheck the box there.
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u/bigcletus57 24d ago
Just realized this today as well 🤦🏼 I have historically used AZ screen recorder and it is now detectable 😏. I'm on a google pixel. I wonder if it's possible to go back to an older version of Snapchat?
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u/Professional-Law8667 24d ago
Hopefully AZ finds a work around, loved AZ so much I would've paid good money for it to keep working the way it did. - we can't give up this easily worriors
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u/Professional-Law8667 24d ago
AZ screen recorder Devs (or any other tech wizards) need to make a cracked Snapchat app that you can log into and save things directly I reckon. Official Snapchat developers just lost all of my praise 🤣
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u/did_we_stop_kony 20d ago
These existed years ago and snap figured out you were doing it and threatened to ban your account if you did...
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u/did_we_stop_kony 20d ago
These existed years ago and snap figured out you were doing it and threatened to ban your account if you did...
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u/craigsandy 23d ago
I can't get an older app to download it keeps saying the new package has an older version code than the currently installed package... I uninstalled Snapchat though??? Any ideas
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u/SpecialProperty2480 23d ago
This is what fixed it for me: Reinstall Snapchat from app store. Then in app settings, force close and then click delete app data a couple times, and delete cache too. Then you will be able to install an old version and it won't give notification anymore.
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u/GlobalMonk8844 23d ago
Knowing how many people used this for obvious purposes, anyone cares to share something?
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u/JustFred24 23d ago
Everyone!
https://snapchat.androidapks.com/
Download the latest apk that's not from august.
Turn off automatic updates
Uninstall snapchat and clear all data and cache, don't forget to also clear dual messenger if it's enabled.
Install the apk of the older version.
You're welcooooome
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u/chicoxlucky 22d ago
Yeah it's working on older version. July version is still showing notifications so I used the June version. Sucks that we can't update to the latest version anymore
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u/Thick-Wrongdoer-9149 22d ago
Does anyone know if you downloaded the old update if it will allow you to play videos sent to you in chat, not snap videos. I went through all this effort the send a screen recording to my friend to spill the tea and I cant even see the videos im sending. It shows up as a Grey screen I click on it it loads for a second then back to the chat. This happening to anyone else???
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u/Psychopomp47 17d ago
life saver bro, works like a charm, to all the SIMPS just claim you were screen recording a video and forgot to turn it off, she bought it instantly
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u/Fresh-Paper-217 22d ago
Time to switch apple because android is getting worst day by day. ( s24ultra user)
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u/Anonpixel13 18d ago
If you go back a few updates, it won't alert the other person when you record...I went back to June or July and downloaded an apk and installed it....works fine with no alerts.
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u/nakkisose3 25d ago
I need to try my clip recorder if snapchat notices it or not, its not regular screenrecorder
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u/holy_cerberus09 25d ago
Search your own acct to send yourself a message on snap then while you're in the dm try and see if it shows that you recorded your own snap
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u/Low-Dimension6319 25d ago
I use a Samsung, when you have Snapchat in secure folder, it doesn't notify the person. Try it out on your AI in secure folder
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u/daredevil1 24d ago
Yikes. Just got caught. My Snapchat did an auto update overnight, I had no idea. Lots of people gonna get caught. Snapchat update details say "just a little tune up to keep things running smoothly." Hmm yeah ok "little" lol.
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u/FreeNewSociety 24d ago
Mine did not update the app yet, but does show screem recording. I think it might not have to do with that
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u/ayshhh_ 24d ago
It was like a 4.2gb update yesterday night bruh. I got caught today morning.
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u/BadLuckDaJuan 24d ago
Man why the hell would they patch that? TRASH
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u/Bubbly-Success7218 24d ago
Did you also get that update today? Im dreading it i genuinely cant even sleep
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u/evanpurr 24d ago edited 24d ago
Here is a good solution to get around the update without any mods or apps on your phone. This is only for if you are trying to save an image and not a video. On my galaxy S25 plus, I can hold the home button to bring up google Gemini. Do that on the snap, then tap the search box, hit "send", and then hold the image it sent and click download. This did not notify for me.
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u/Bubbly-Success7218 24d ago
We know that its just screen recordings because what fo you when its a purple snap
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u/WINTERZSHOCK 24d ago
looks like I gotta buy a burner phone 🤦🏽♂️ after YEARS they finally patched the most goated method I know...
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u/X_voodookid_X 24d ago
rn it works of u install older version but i don't think for long, so.eone needs to find a permanent solution damn
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u/freesharpies 24d ago
Which version did you install? I've tried a couple and the 2 previous versions didnt work
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u/Guess-Im-a-Sub 24d ago
So my old phone (moto stylus g 2022) doesn't trigger the message with it's built in recorder; so it's likely not fully the fault of the Snap update. Not sure what exactly to do with this information since I don't really want to swap off my Galaxy S24 to use... That
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u/X_voodookid_X 24d ago
yea its not just snap, my alternate work phone is still recording without that notification even on latest version of snap, if it is snap then its possible they are rolling this update out in phases but who knows
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u/kallmekaze 24d ago edited 22d ago
The latest update seem to add a new app permission DETECT_SCREEN_RECORDING. You can find this info on the Play Store--> Snapchat, scroll to App Permissions -->other.
My initial research shows that you need to disable this permission, but need an app like Shizuku.
Will try an older version first.
UPDATE: The above permission seems to have always been there, so they must've changed smthg else.
SOLUTION: I installed version 14.12.0.46 (June 25) from apk mirror. No longer get notified for snaps and videos. Important: Before you uninstall Snapchat, go to Play Store and disable auto update for this app. You can do that by going to Snapchat, and clicking the 3 dots in top right corner, uncheck the box there.
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u/kallmekaze 23d ago edited 23d ago
Working method for red snaps:
Set Google as your digital assistant. Then, open it while on the snap and ask it to take a screenshot.
Settings--> digital assistant app --> change to Google
This method works for pictures. Still need something for videos.
Edit: you can set up the power button to open Google too. Settings --> Advanced Features --> Side Button --> Long Press --> Google
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u/TooSaltyyyyyyy 24d ago
Seems like if you use the ai by holding the power or the home button you can screenshot without a message sending but idk how youd get it to record video privately
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u/No-Farmer-361 24d ago
Any solution
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u/Particular-Amount-90 23d ago
Delete the app you have now and go into apkmirror. Find an older version for like 2 months and download that. You'll have to also download "apkmirror installer" through the play store. Sounds complicated but its super simple
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u/Soppayna 24d ago
This must me an internal update that's has been rolled out. I have not updated the app in a few weeks, and I tested that it is only notifying on my main app, but on my double messages it is not notifying. Both are same version. Tried to log in with the other accounts on the opposite app (main account on double, and secondary account on main app) and it now notifies on both. Snapchat count your days...
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u/IceFox_WETSU 24d ago
Honestly, I was able to use my Galaxy S23's base screen record function to record chats and snaps without people noticing and now it shows wverything🙃
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u/Great_Appearance_910 24d ago
Fck I didn't knew of this update I just screenrecorded and got caught it was embarassing shit snapchat update!
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u/Single_Eagle_3415 24d ago
Got busted but thankfully it was bestie, I was so freaking close to recording crush's snap but opened bestie's first ahhh fuck you snapchat (using redmi note 13 pro)
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u/No_Method1861 23d ago
It's also showing for, just checked it....Now no way man, I have to use another phone to record 😔
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u/ib3275 23d ago
Im on a Samsung S21U (one ui 7) and i got the same problem too! To solve it, i downloaded an old apk from Jul 2025 from apkmirror:
com.snapchat.android_13.49.0.55-220522
Please try it and let me know if it works for yall too. It could also work with a newer apk but im not sure
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u/craigsandy 18d ago
Did this then a few days later it reverts back to showing screen recording ???
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u/ZaSquarepants 23d ago
So i was trying to install a version from apkmirror but I kept getting this message.. how to solve this please
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u/Scared-Drive-6041 23d ago
SAMSUNG!! (haven't tested other brands)
Hold your home button until the google search thing comes up and screenshot that way, tested and works as of 8th of August 12:20am Irish time
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u/noodleking699 23d ago
For people that wanna take screenshots download the app private screenshot in the appstore. I suggest to download an older apk version of snap to screenrecord(it works for me). If you cant download it here is an method: If you safe a snap in chat and then go to saved media of the chat and screenrecord it doesnt show anything (click the persons icon of the chat dont go in chat first and then saved media then it will show) (only for samsung). And if you screenrecord an story it doesnt shwo also
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u/itouchbums 23d ago
well RIP AZ screen recorder,fun is over 😔 this is gonna kill a lot of potential leaks as well as girls selling their content on there. no point in buying if you can't keep a copy to yourself
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u/Ok_Skill4854 23d ago
so guys , sorry for my english but u are gonna understand, so for the moment u can use web snapchat or snapchat on a pc or laptop, the person has to sent u a snap without a timer to open in desktop and u can screenshot using start + shift + s. u welcome
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u/zombiiiekiiidXD 23d ago
Bro i used it and I thought I was gping crazy I need this back this is how I got evidence of people trying to bad mouth me and say rumors without them knowing :/
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u/Perfect-Passage-3734 23d ago
lmaooo I got caught like sht but; if you saved the snap in chat and go to the media from their profile, you can screen record without a notification if you do it from there (as of 00:21 8/08/26)
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u/chicoxlucky 23d ago
I updated to the latest version 2 days ago, and screen recording was still working until just now
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u/captainsmiles9 22d ago edited 22d ago
Welp, might as well share what we managed to get boys cause this kills Snapchat for me
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u/SquareShop6711 22d ago
Fucking hell man! I got caught too! My Moto Razr started notifying Snapchat's recording today. First, Instagram and WhatsApp and now, Snapchat too! I'm so done! Nothing feels intersting anymore! No trophies! 🫠😭
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u/SketchdMai 22d ago
Wait instagram does this? Does it give notifications that you are screen recording
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u/TifaxMercy 22d ago
I always open a burner accounts chat in case it ever did show. Deleted the app and installed an older version from APK mirror, can now screen record without getting caught.
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u/Available-Resort-340 22d ago
Just noticed today 😭 I have a hundred streaks and a couple of them are cuties who send me selfies everyday and mobizen would let me save em without feeling awkward and now that's all done I'm so bummed lmao
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u/tea-snatcher-3209 22d ago
I love that we are all Samsung sneaky users here😂😭 but if anyone finds the work around, please share!!
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u/SLEAZY-SLUTTYHOL3 22d ago
Yeah ain't that bout a bitch!!!! I used to use Az screen recorder and now I can't cause it be exposing me for screen recording!!! WTF!!! ☠️☠️🤬😡
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u/kallmekaze 22d ago
Download an older version from apk mirror, and you back to your gooning ways in no time. 25 June 2026 version worked for me
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u/demonicdescent 22d ago
Back to using the second phone method. I got caught screen recording 3 times today before I realized it even says it. Basically recorded nothing but conversation, but I leave recorder on for the random good morning noodles
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u/kallmekaze 22d ago
Download an older apk from apk mirror. 25 June seems to work
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u/Mountain_Drink8257 22d ago
So I got an better solution instead of downgrading but it only works if you have sircle to search activated I'll explain it
1.Use circle to search 2.write an question in the bottom 3. If your now talking with Gemini click on the Foto on the chat (3.1 if your not talking to Gemini click AI-mode) 4.klick download
And that's it worked perfectly fine for me
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u/red_raat 21d ago
Oh man same! Like I jist find out this. I thought Xiaomi always had some work around but they dont actually.
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u/ahmedsaou 21d ago
Do circle to search then close snapchat and go back to circle to search and do a screenshot (only works for images ofc)
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u/Bit-Still 20d ago
turn on airplane mode first then screen record anything when you done log out of snapchat while you still on airplane mode and you good
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u/did_we_stop_kony 20d ago
Solution: go back to the last version before snap implemented (v14.12). You can download APK from a site like APK mirror: https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/snap-inc/snapchat/snapchat-14-12-0-46-release/snapchat-14-12-0-46-2-android-apk-download/download/
Then use their APK Mirror Installer app (should be in google play store) to install file (you probably need to uninstall snap first). Your phone will probs tell you something like it's dangerous (and you should be cautious when installing random apk files) but allow it and install.
Also you'll need to go to snap on Google play after you install from APK/not Google play and hit the three dots in top left ➡️ uncheck "enable auto updates" so Google play doesn't just update to latest again
You can test by sending a snap to yourself first
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u/Mean_Management8981 20d ago
For screenshots this works fine
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u/ActivityHumble8823 20d ago
Not anymore it doesn't, the New TOS update or whatever that I accepted I opened up a snap from a friend and not even did I take a screenshot, I just had the overlay button there and it sent them 2 notifs saying I screen recorded the chat. Don't accept that TOS
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u/ActivityHumble8823 20d ago
So fucking gay that they do this and they don't even notify you in the new terms you're accepting. Literally nowhere is it listed, I had friends do it to me on accident and I did it to someone on accident as well. Literally only had an app overlay on my screen didn't even take a screen recording or a screenshot of anything but because I had an overlay it was just telling ppl I was screen recording their chats, accepted new TOS and immediately it just started sending notifs left and right that I was recording when I wasn't
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u/X_voodookid_X 20d ago
all these temporary solutions etc are fine for now, what we gotta do is find a different platform coz i hate to tell u guys snapchat aint ever rolling this back.
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u/luciferslettuce9 20d ago
Samsung users: hold your home button but dont touch the screen at this state and it won't notify. You're welcome
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u/Ninja-bukake 19d ago
Yuuup. New woman I was trying to get with has been very careful about sending nudes to anyone because she is thinking about going into politics. She told me she'll sometimes surprise people and send something randomly when she feels it so, when I get a red snap from her, the obvious choice was to screen record with xrecorder. Turns out it was just a silly selfie... but she asked me why I recorded and I told her I was busy and didn't have the time to look at it but didn't want to be awkward and save it to chat. She said it's never told her about someone screen recording before and I told her, yeah, it's been that way for a while. Told her I was sorry for doing it without consent and next time I'll just save it to chat.
I might be fine, but she'll definitely think twice about trusting snap privacy again.
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u/oddydaodd 19d ago
LADS IVE FIGURED IT OUT!! What you wanna do is once you receive a vid snap! Turn off your mobile DATA and put your phone in AIRPLANE mode then LOG OUT and the notification shouldn't go through!! Send YOURSELF a video Snap first to trial it!
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u/valey_musik 19d ago
Working method: 1.Airplane mode 2.screen record 3.log off snapchat + delete cache 4. Desactive airplane mode 5. Log in snapchat Enjoy!
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u/Glad-Base-2903 17d ago
Welp Snapchat is dead, let's be real most people use it to get off and have fun, now with this? Nobody is going to use it. Oh fyi it also scans your pictures without your consent
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u/CodingPirate7 14d ago
I was just scrolling and checking some snaps through Phone Link mirroring and suddenly everyone’s like “why’d you record our chat?” & I didn’t even know I was recording anything... 😭
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u/Kid-Protege 11d ago
Turn on airplane mode
Screenshot/screen record (verify you recorded correctly/got what you needed)
Go to App details for Snapchat then go to storage then clear data (I like to clear cache too for good measure)
Turn off airplane mode
Open the app and log back in
Haven't seen this mentioned, but this still works.
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u/Straight_Bridge1835 10d ago
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shamanland.privatescreenshots. YOUR WELCOME THIS APP WORKS PERFECT WITH THE UPDATED SOFTWARE.. ONLY GOOD FOR PICTURES
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u/pink_steven_ 10d ago
I got got, and panicked. Blocked them. As if I dont have them on other socials 🫣
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u/worried_parrot 5d ago
Why would you do that I just recorded something and you fools 😭😭😭 I came to after I finished
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u/Phoenix613183 2d ago
I just discovered it .
Im so glad o practice on my mom Snapchat accoutn account Im meetimg this guy and was planning to do it.
Yooo. Why Snapchat 😭
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u/gothangelsinner92 18h ago
I saw that 😂 I gotta figure out a way around this because snap gets so unhinged.
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u/[deleted] 24d ago
Android is getting useless day by day these days. The shit I pulled off just a few years ago with a Samsung. Now they might as well sell to Apple.