How to Unfollow People on Snapchat: A Definitive Guide

The ephemeral world of Snapchat thrives on connection, but sometimes, that connection needs a little pruning. Want to declutter your feed and refine your Snapchat experience? Then this guide is for you. We’ll dive into the nitty-gritty of unfollowing people on Snapchat, ensuring you’re in complete control of your social circle, digital style.

Directly Unfollowing on Snapchat: A Step-by-Step Guide

The core question is: How do you unfollow someone on Snapchat? It’s a straightforward process with a couple of equally effective methods. Let’s break them down:

Method 1: Through Their Profile

1. Open Snapchat: Launch the Snapchat app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Navigate to the Chat Screen: Tap on the chat icon (usually a speech bubble) located at the bottom left corner of the screen.
3. Find the Person: Locate the person you wish to unfollow in your chat list.
4. Tap and Hold: Tap and hold on their name or profile picture until a menu pops up.
5. Tap “Manage Friendship”: In the pop-up menu, select the “Manage Friendship” option.
6. Tap “Remove Friend”: This is the equivalent of unfollowing. Tap “Remove Friend”.
7. Confirm Removal: Snapchat will prompt you with a confirmation message. Tap “Remove” to confirm your decision.

Method 2: Through Your Friends List

1. Open Snapchat: Open the Snapchat application.
2. Access Your Profile: Tap on your profile icon (your Bitmoji or profile picture) located in the top left corner of the screen.
3. Find “My Friends”: Scroll down and find the “My Friends” option. Tap it.
4. Locate the Person: Scroll through your friends list to find the person you want to unfollow.
5. Tap the Three Dots: Tap the three vertical dots (menu icon) next to their name.
6. Tap “Manage Friendship”: Select “Manage Friendship” from the menu that appears.
7. Tap “Remove Friend”: Tap on the “Remove Friend” option.
8. Confirm Removal: Confirm your decision by tapping “Remove” when prompted.

These two methods accomplish the same goal: removing someone from your friends list, effectively “unfollowing” them.

FAQs: Mastering Your Snapchat Friend List

Here are some frequently asked questions to provide even deeper insight into managing your Snapchat connections:

FAQ 1: What’s the Difference Between “Remove Friend” and “Block”?

While both actions prevent you from seeing someone’s Snaps and Stories directly, they’re distinct. “Remove Friend” simply removes them from your friends list. They can still potentially view your public content if your profile isn’t private and can still send you friend requests. “Block,” on the other hand, prevents them from finding you on Snapchat altogether. They won’t be able to see your profile, send you Snaps, or even search for you. Block is a complete shut down while Removing a friend is removing them only from your Friend List.

FAQ 2: Will the Person Know I Unfollowed Them?

Snapchat doesn’t directly notify someone when you remove them as a friend. However, they might notice if they can no longer see your Stories or if your Snap score is no longer visible to them. There are other indirect cues, but there’s no official alert system.

FAQ 3: Can I “Unfollow” Someone Without Them Knowing If They Still Follow Me?

Technically, yes. If someone follows you but you haven’t added them back, you can remove them from your friends list (effectively preventing their snaps and messages from reaching you directly) without them necessarily realizing you’ve done so. They might still believe they are sending you snaps, but you won’t receive them.

FAQ 4: What Happens When I Remove a Mutual Friend?

When you remove a mutual friend, you will no longer be able to view their stories and snaps directly. You also won’t show up on their friends list. They may notice you are no longer showing on their Friend list.

FAQ 5: Can I “Unfollow” Someone Who Isn’t My Friend but Is in My Contacts?

Snapchat often suggests people from your contacts list as potential friends. If you don’t want to see these suggestions, you can adjust your settings to prevent Snapchat from accessing your contacts. This will minimize the chances of seeing people you don’t know suggested.

FAQ 6: How Do I Make My Snapchat Private So Strangers Can’t Add Me?

To make your Snapchat more private:

1. Go to Settings: Tap your profile icon and then the gear icon in the top right corner.
2. Find “Who Can…”: Scroll down to the “Who Can…” section.
3. Change “Send Me Snaps” to “My Friends”: This prevents strangers from sending you snaps directly.
4. Change “View My Story” to “My Friends” or “Custom”: Choose who can see your stories. “My Friends” restricts it to only your friends.
5. Change “See Me in Quick Add” to Off: This prevents you from appearing in other people’s Quick Add lists, reducing unsolicited friend requests.

FAQ 7: Is There a Limit to How Many People I Can Unfollow in a Day?

Snapchat doesn’t officially state a specific daily limit. However, unfollowing a large number of people in a short period might trigger Snapchat’s spam detection algorithms, potentially leading to temporary account restrictions. It’s best to unfollow people gradually.

FAQ 8: Can I Recover Someone I Accidentally Unfollowed?

Yes, you can. You’ll need to search for their username and re-add them as a friend. If their account is private, they’ll need to accept your friend request.

FAQ 9: How Do I Block Someone on Snapchat?

1. Go to Their Profile: Find their name in your chat list or search for them.
2. Tap and Hold: Tap and hold on their name.
3. Tap “Manage Friendship”: Select “Manage Friendship”.
4. Tap “Block”: Tap the “Block” option.
5. Confirm Block: Confirm your decision.

FAQ 10: What Happens When I Block Someone Who Follows Me?

When you block someone, they are immediately removed from your friends list, and you are removed from theirs. They can no longer see your profile or send you snaps. In effect, it’s like you both never existed on each other’s Snapchat.

FAQ 11: Can Someone See If I’ve Blocked Them?

No, Snapchat doesn’t directly notify someone that they’ve been blocked. However, they’ll likely realize it when they can no longer find your profile or send you snaps.

FAQ 12: How Can I Mass Unfollow People on Snapchat?

Unfortunately, Snapchat doesn’t offer a built-in “mass unfollow” feature. You’ll need to unfollow people individually using the methods described above. There are third-party apps that claim to offer this functionality, but using them can be risky and may violate Snapchat’s terms of service, potentially leading to account suspension or permanent ban. It’s always safer to manage your friends list manually within the Snapchat app.

In conclusion, keeping your Snapchat friend list curated is easy. Using these tips and tricks, you can tailor your Snapchat experience to your own preferences. Maintaining the perfect balance of friends and contacts to keep your feed interesting and valuable is now easy.