Snapchat users have started receiving notifications that the platform is limiting free storage on its popular “Memories” feature. The new policy means that once a user crosses the 5GB storage limit, they will eventually have to pay a monthly fee to retain older snaps.
According to Snapchat, users who exceed the limit will get a one-year grace period before being required to subscribe to a 100GB storage plan, costing $1.99 per month. If they fail to upgrade within that time, their newer memories will automatically be deleted to make room for older ones.
For users who don’t want to add another subscription to their monthly expenses, Snapchat still offers two free ways to save their memories offline.
Option 1:
Users can manually export their memories in batches to their phone’s camera roll. By opening the Memories tab, selecting up to 100 snaps at a time, and tapping the “Export” button, users can save them directly to their device. This option is simple and reliable, though it can be tedious for those with large archives.
Option 2:
A more comprehensive option is to request a full data download from Snapchat. By navigating to Settings > My Data, users can request their complete Memories archive. Snapchat will then email a link to download a .zip file containing all saved snaps. The process may take some time depending on the size of the data.
These free alternatives allow users to safeguard years of personal memories without paying extra. As digital subscriptions continue to pile up, these offline storage methods provide an easy, cost-free way to ensure that treasured snaps remain accessible even if Snapchat limits its free cloud storage.
