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This article was reviewed by Luigi Oppido and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 64,646 times.
Is Snapchat lagging? Is it taking forever to send a snap? When Snapchat starts getting slow, it may be because it’s holding too much data. Clearing your caches can help fix this, so you can start sending snaps faster than ever. Read on to learn what a cache is and how you can clear caches on Snapchat.
Why Should I Clear My Snap Cache?
If your Snapchat app is running slow, you can clear your cache to free up storage on your device. This can also enhance the app's performance and fix any minor software bugs.
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A cache is where an app stores temporary data. This hidden storage location collects all the information that helps an app or device run faster. It stores data like your password and location so you can open Snapchat without having to keep logging in.[1]XResearch source
A downside to caches is that they can take up a lot of storage space when full.
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Clearing a cache means freeing up storage. If Snapchat is laggy or slow, it may be because the app’s cache is full. With one click of a button, you can clear cache and essentially reboot the app. This removes any unnecessary data or files the cache was holding, allowing Snapchat to run smoother and faster.[2]XResearch source
Clearing cache on Snapchat won’t delete your Memories, Snaps, or Chats, but you will lose saved lenses and filters.[3]XResearch source
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1 Open Snapchat. First things first, you have to be on Snapchat. Tap the app to open it and get ready for a smoother snap experience.
2 Tap your bitmoji to open your profile. Your bitmoji hangs out in the upper left corner. Click it, and you’ll be greeted with your Snapchat ID and other profile information.[4]XResearch source
3 Click the ⚙️ in the upper right corner. This will open your settings. You can personalize your account and access Snapchat data through this window.[5]XResearch source
4 Scroll down until you find Clear Cache. It will be near the bottom of the page under Account Actions.[6]XResearch source
5 Click on the Clear Cache option. An alert will pop up asking you if you’d like to proceed. If you have an iOS device, tap Clear All. If you have an Android device, tap Continue.[7]XResearch source
In just a matter of seconds, your cache will be cleared!
Repeat this whenever Snapchat gets laggy to speed things up again.
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A cache is where an app stores temporary data. This hidden storage location collects all the information that helps an app or device run faster. It stores data like your password and location so you can open Snapchat without having to keep logging in.[1] 
Clearing a cache means freeing up storage. If Snapchat is laggy or slow, it may be because the app’s cache is full. With one click of a button, you can clear cache and essentially reboot the app. This removes any unnecessary data or files the cache was holding, allowing Snapchat to run smoother and faster.[2] 
1 Open Snapchat. First things first, you have to be on Snapchat. Tap the app to open it and get ready for a smoother snap experience. 
2 Tap your bitmoji to open your profile. Your bitmoji hangs out in the upper left corner. Click it, and you’ll be greeted with your Snapchat ID and other profile information.[4] 
3 Click the ⚙️ in the upper right corner. This will open your settings. You can personalize your account and access Snapchat data through this window.[5] 
4 Scroll down until you find Clear Cache. It will be near the bottom of the page under Account Actions.[6] 
5 Click on the Clear Cache option. An alert will pop up asking you if you’d like to proceed. If you have an iOS device, tap Clear All. If you have an Android device, tap Continue.[7] 
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