Must-Knows: What Is Screen Recording on Snapchat? (7 Tips)

A white ghost with a bright yellow background. Do you know which app I'm talking about? This would click immediately with Gen Zers. They may have already downloaded this app - Snapchat.

As a messaging app but more than texting, Snapchat allows its users to have fun with sending and receiving photos and videos (called "snaps" in the community). Here is where Snapchat gets interesting: the content is ephemeral, disappearing upon viewing or after a timed period.

Not surprisingly, some would like to keep them, the chat, funny photo and video. And some of them thought of screen recording Snapchat.

But before acting, it's crucial to understand what is screen recording on Snapchat, and more, those involving issues.

Part 1: Snapchat Does Not Block But Alert Screen Record & Screenshot

From a feasibility perspective, yes, you can screen record and take a screenshot on Snapchat. The app does not block users to do that technically. And using certain features and tools is able to record without people knowing.

But, but, but, it doesn't mean that the Snapchat company lets this slide. On the contrary, it emphasizes privacy and use notifications to ensure transparency.

How it works?

Screenshot Notifications

Screenshotting a snap, chat, or story triggers a sender notification via a double screenshot icon.

To check who has taken a screenshot, check the "Story Viewed" section. For chats, the notification will appear directly in the chat feed.

Screen Recording Notifications

This notification might appear as a double green arrow icon or a message indicating that the chat was screen recorded.

Part 2: How to Screen Record Chat on Snapchat? (Android & iPhone)

For Android: Use the built-in screen recorder

1) Go to Quick Settings by swiping down your phone screen.

2) Tap Screen Record.

3) Open Snapchat and view the chat.

For iPhone: Use the built-in screen recorder

1) Open Control Center by swiping down from the top of the screen.

2) Tap the Screen Record button.

3) Go to Snapchat and open the chat.

4) Tap the red button at the upper left to stop recording.

Third-Party Mobile Screen Recorder (support Android & iOS)

• DU Recorder
• AZ Screen Recorder
• Loom
• Movavi Screen Recorder
• Notta

Part 3: How to Screen Record Snapchat on PC?

You can access Snapchat via browser: web.snapchat.com.

Then, use the native screen recording feature on your computer. Check the shortcut keys for Windows and macOS.

For Windows: Use Xbox Game Bar

1) Press Windows + Alt + R to activate the system screen recording feature.

2) Go to Snapchat Web using the browser.

3) Press Windows + Alt + R again to stop recording.

For Mac: Use the built-in feature

1) Press Shift + Command + 5 > Record Entire Screen > Record.

2) Go to Snapchat Web via Safari.

3) Press Shift + Command + 5 again to stop it.

Third-Party PC Screen Recorder (support Wins & macOS)

• Kingshiper Screen Recorder
• OBS Studio
• EaseUS RecExperts
• Camtasia

Part 4: Legal or Illegal to Screen Record Chat on Snapchat

While recording Snaps is permissible, sharing them without consent risks privacy breaches and legal consequences like copyright infringement.

Therefore, the core issue is informed consent.

Here are seven recommended practices for screen recording, especially when capturing content like Snapchat:

• Always ensure you have consent from all parties involved before recording. Respect is essential.
• Be aware of privacy expectations.
• Be cautious of copyright infringement when recording content that is not yours, such as videos or images.
• If using recordings as evidence, ensure they are properly documented with metadata to prove authenticity.
• Familiarize yourself with local laws regarding recording. 
• Store recordings securely to prevent unauthorized access or tampering.
• Be aware of Snapchat's terms of service regarding content sharing and recording and understand it's policies.