Messages sent to recipients disappear shortly after opening, though screenshots can still be taken. Snapchat prides itself as being a spur-of-the-moment messaging platform - a stark contrast to the more formal “tagged photo” culture of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. As of July 2021, Snapchat has 293 million daily users, which indicates that it’s showing no signs of slowing as one of the most common social media platforms out there, especially for young people. It’s most widely known as the app that launched the “disappearing message” craze that’s still popular to this day. Snapchat is a photo-sharing and messaging app that’s been around since 2011. In this post, we take a look at some of the latest updates to - as well as the dark corners of - Snapchat that parents need to know about. Apps like these are always changing, too, and just when you think you know how it all works, the latest update can make your knowledge obsolete overnight. But is Snapchat safe for kids? It’s well known that social media platforms like Snapchat can expose kids to inappropriate content and potential dangers. Kids on Snapchat flock to the app to keep up with friends, create content, and see what’s new with the celebrities and brands they follow. Note: This post contains images that some viewers may find offensive. **This blog post was updated on August 4, 2021.
