To pin someone on Snapchat, swipe right from the Camera screen to the Chat screen, then press and hold the conversation you want to prioritize. Tap Chat Settings and select Pin Conversation to keep that chat at the very top of your list.
How to pin someone on Snapchat
- Open Snapchat and swipe right from the Camera screen to access the Chat screen.
- Find the friend or Group conversation you want to pin.
- Press and hold that conversation until a menu appears.
- Tap Chat Settings.
- Tap Pin Conversation.
The conversation will immediately move to the top of your chat list and stay there until you unpin it.
How to unpin a conversation on Snapchat
- On the Chat screen, press and hold the pinned conversation you want to remove.
- Tap Chat Settings.
- Tap Unpin Conversation.
The conversation will return to its normal position in your chat list based on the most recent activity.
What pinning does and does not do
Pinning a conversation keeps it at the top of your chat list so you can find it instantly without scrolling. This is a private action, the person you pin will never receive a notification or know they have been pinned. Pinning does not change the conversation's name, avatar, or any other settings; it only affects where the chat appears on your screen. It also does not affect how messages are sent or received. To reorder pinned conversations, press and hold a pinned conversation and drag it to the desired position.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you pin multiple conversations?
Each pinned conversation will appear at the top of your chat list in the order you pinned them. You can pin a maximum of three people or group chats at a time.
Does the other person know I pinned them?
No. Pinning is completely private and visible only to you. The person you pin will not receive any notification or see any indication that their conversation has been pinned.
Is there a limit to how many people I can pin?
Snapchat does not officially document a limit. If you experience issues pinning additional conversations, try unpinning one first or updating the app to the latest version.
What if pinning is not working?
Ensure you are using the most current version of Snapchat from your device’s app store. If the option still does not appear, restart the app or your device. Pinning is only available from the Chat screen, you cannot pin from the Camera screen or other areas of the app.
Can I pin a group conversation?
Yes. You can pin any individual friend or Group conversation using the same steps: press and hold the Group chat, tap Chat Settings, then tap Pin Conversation.
Does pinning affect how I access Snapchat data?
Pinning only rearranges your chat list for convenience. To access Snapchat data such as saved messages or memories, use the app’s standard settings and data management tools, pinning does not change how you access or export your information.
Why did a pinned conversation disappear?
If a pinned conversation disappears, the person may have deleted their account or blocked you.
Why don't my pinned conversations appear on my other device?
Pinned conversations may not sync across devices; ensure you're logged into the same account and connected to the internet.
