How to Get Unbanned from Snapchat

While Snapchat is a lot of fun, being banned is annoying. There is no official way to lift a ban, but there are a few ways you can get back if you need to. Here, we cover appealing a ban, ensuring you don’t get banned again.

Why Snapchat bans accounts

Users who violate Snapchat’s Terms of Service or Community Guidelines are banned from Snapchat. Common violations include:

• Posting inappropriate content.
• Harassment or spamming.
• Using third party apps or hacks.

Repeated violations can result in permanent bans. Snapchat issues a warning for minor infractions, but repeating other rules gets you into more trouble.

Types of Snapchat Bans

Before you act on a ban, you must understand it.

Temporary Ban

• Duration: A few hours to a few days.
• Restrictions: You cannot log in, send messages, or use other features.

Permanent Ban

Snapchat suspends you with a permanent account disabled for severe or repeated violations.

IMEI Ban

It will block Snapchat access on that device by targeting your device’s unique identifier.

IP Address Ban

It blocks your internet connection from accessing Snapchat.

How to Get Unbanned from Snapchat

Here’s how you can get unbanned from Snapchat

Appeal the Ban

If you believe the ban was a mistake, submit an appeal:

• Visit the Snapchat Support page.
• Click “Contact Us”.
• Select “I can’t access my account.”
• Choose “I see an error message when I log in.”
• Click “Yes” when asked if you need more help.
• Fill in your username and email, and explain your problem.
• Submit the form and wait for Snapchat’s response.

Note: You can also appeal to Snapchat’s policies, but if you can, appeals are less likely to succeed.

Use a VPN

To bypass an IP address ban, use a VPN:

• Uninstall Snapchat from your device.
• Install a VPN.
• Connect to a server from another country.
• Reinstall Snapchat and create a new account.

Switch to a Dynamic IP Address

If your ISP provides dynamic IPs, you can use a new IP that can be given by restarting your router. To ensure success:

• Turn off your router for at least 10 minutes.
• Restart it, and then check if your IP address has changed.

Use a Mobile Hotspot

Connecting through a mobile hotspot can bypass an IP ban:

• Turn on your smartphone’s Personal Hotspot.
• Connect your Snapchat device to the hotspot.
• Open Snapchat.
• Check if the ban is lifted.

Reset Your Device ID

With its IMEI number, Snapchat may block your device. Resetting your device can resolve this:

• Android: Go to Settings > General Management > Reset > Factory Data Reset.
• iOS: Go to Settings > General > Reset and press Erase All Content and Settings.

Warning: All data from your device will be deleted during this process. Backup important files first.

Adjust Date and Time

For temporary bans, changing your device’s date and time may work:

• Uninstall Snapchat.
• Disable Automatic Date & time in your device settings.
• Set the date for a month.
• Reinstall Snapchat and login.

Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network

If your IP address is banned, switching to another network is the only way out. It’s quick, but it is not necessarily a permanent answer.

How to Avoid Getting Banned from Snapchat

Follow these best practices to stay in Snapchat’s good graces:

• Do not publish offensive or explicit material.
• Follow the Terms of Service of Snapchat.
• Apps like Snapchat++ hacks can trigger bans.
• Do not harass, bully, or spam other people.
• Strong passwords and two-factor auth use.

Disclaimer: Using VPN methods may violate Snapchat’s terms. Good, and proceed at your own risk.