How to Enable Dark Mode in Snapchat, Both on iOS and Android

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(Pocket-lint) – Everyone loves Dark Mode, not only does it preserve battery life, but it saves you from burning your eyeballs when you’re using those last few DMs before bed.

In 2022, dark mode is a staple of nearly every app, but Snapchat took its time implementing one. In fact, if you’re on Android, there’s still no dark mode in Snapchat – but never fear, we have a workaround.

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So if you’re ready to take your Snapchat to the dark side, read on, we’ve got you covered.

How to Enable Snapchat Dark Mode on iPhone?

Enabling dark mode on iPhone is as easy as it gets, just follow the simple steps below:

1. Open your app Snapchat
2. Tap the icon Bitmoji on the top corner left.
3. Press the Settings button top right
4. Scroll down the list until you find Appearanceand select it.
5. Choose ” Always Dark” in the menu.

There it’s done. Now you can shoot in dimly lit environments with optimal comfort.

How to Enable Snapchat Dark Mode on Android?

On Android, things are a bit more complicated. For some reason, Snapchat has yet to implement a native dark mode on the platform.

We’re sure it’s in the works, and we’ll update this article when it’s available. In the meantime, there is a workaround you can try.

Beware, this is not for the faint of heart. This is only for hardcore dark mode fans.

Please note that different smartphones have minor differences in how their settings are presented, so you may need to modify these steps slightly.

1. Open your menu Settings
2. Scroll to About phone and press it.
3. Scroll down until you find your build number
4. Press seven times on the build number to enable developer mode.
5. A text is displayed indicating thatyou are now a developer.
6. Return to the main Settings menu and select Developer Options.
7. In this menu, find Override force-dark and activate it.

This will force all apps to display in dark mode, whether they are supported or not. However, unfortunately, we are not finished yet.

New versions of Snapchat do not react to forced dark mode, so you have to install an older version.

This means deleting your Snapchat app and downloading version 10.72.0.0 – the latest version that worked with forced dark mode.

The APK is available on APKMirror here, and dark mode works reliably with it. Of course, you won’t benefit from new features and security fixes, so install it at your own risk.

Yep, it’s a pain, but if you want really dark mode on android, that’s how it goes.

Written by Luke Baker.