Plan the change
A claim that succeeds uses up your yearly change. Be certain it is the name you want.
Snapchat
username claims.
Short names, strict rules and one username change every 12 months.
Snapchat usernames are 3 to 15 characters and a change is allowed once every 12 months. That makes it worth being sure before you commit to a claim.
| Rule | Snapchat |
|---|---|
| Length | 3 to 15 characters |
| Allowed | Latin letters, numbers and one hyphen, underscore or period |
| Starts with | A letter |
| Ends with | A letter or number |
| Change limit | Once every 12 months |
Route
Snapchat says usernames are first-come, first-served and generally not transferable. A trademark owner can report a username through Snapchat’s trademark form.
Evidence
For a trademark report, Snapchat looks for commercial use that suggests an affiliation, such as Story content or commercial chat messages.
Official sources
- Snapchat Support: Username Infringement
- Snapchat Support: Trademark Concerns
- Snapchat Support: change your Snapchat username
- Snapchat Support: deactivate or delete your account
- Snapchat Support: reactivate your account
Snapchat changes its support pages often. Follow the wording in your own app.
YOUR QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
How often can I change my Snapchat username?
Once every 12 months, counted from your last change.
How long can a Snapchat username be?
Between 3 and 15 characters.
What characters are allowed?
Latin letters, numbers and one of hyphen, underscore or period. It starts with a letter and ends with a letter or number.
Want it handled for you?
Send the username on WhatsApp or email. You hear whether it looks workable, and the price is agreed before we start.