Snapchat Beta

Snapchat, Inc. · com.snapchat.android

4.2 out of 5 (15,044 ratings) 1B+ downloads v10.22.7.0 Beta 59.7 MB Android 4.3+ PEGI 16 · Medium Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version: v10.22.7.0 Beta (1406) · Beta build
Updated: Jan 7, 2019 (7 years ago)
APK size: 59.7 MB
Requires: Android 4.3+ (API 18)
CPU support: ARM 32-bit
Google Play services: Required
Graphics: OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category: Social (app)
Listed since: Nov 19, 2012
Permissions: 32 (9 sensitive)
Website: snapchat.com
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Snapchat is an app by Snapchat, Inc. in the Social category, listed since November 2012. It includes native code only for ARM 32-bit, so it won't run on 64-bit-only phones such as recent Pixels. It needs Google Play services, so it may not work on phones without them.

Since version 9.20.6.0 Beta, the APK grew from 29.7 MB to 59.7 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 4.0 to 4.3. It asks for 32 permissions, 9 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Ratings

4.2out of 515,044 ratings

5 ★63%
4 ★15%
3 ★12%
2 ★2%
1 ★7%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v10.22.7.0 Beta

Bug fixes and improvements! 👻

Description

From the listing uploaded by “sf49ers”.

Snapchat is a multifaceted application that provides a swift and entertaining platform for users to connect and share moments with their loved ones. Available for download on Android devices, Snapchat is a versatile app that offers a myriad of features designed to enhance communication and interaction. Upon launching the app, users are immediately directed to the camera, enabling them to instantly capture photos or record videos. This feature is designed to encourage spontaneous sharing of experiences, making Snapchat a dynamic and engaging platform for communication. Snapchat provides a plethora of expressive tools such as Lenses, Filters, and Bitmoji. These tools allow users to add a personal touch to their photos and videos, making their snaps more engaging and fun. The community contributes new Lenses daily, ensuring that there is always something new to explore and use. The Chat feature on Snapchat serves as a lively platform for exchanging messages with friends. Users can share their daily activities using Group Stories, a feature that allows multiple users to contribute to a single story. The Video Chat feature supports interaction with up to 16 friends simultaneously, with the option to employ Lenses and Filters during the conversation. An exclusive feature of Snapchat, Friendmojis, are personalized Bitmoji designed for you and your friend. This feature adds a personal touch to the interaction, making the conversation more engaging and fun. Snapchat's Stories feature provides an engaging way for users to track their friends' day. It also suggests stories from the Snapchat community based on the user's interests. This feature is designed to keep users engaged and connected with their friends and the wider Snapchat community. In addition to its communication features, Snapchat also curates current news and exclusive Original Shows, enhancing its appeal. These features provide users with a diverse range of content to explore and engage with, making Snapchat more than just a communication app. Spotlight, a unique feature of Snapchat, showcases the best from the Snap community. Users can submit their Snaps to Spotlight or enjoy the content shared by others. This feature is designed to encourage creativity and sharing within the Snapchat community. The Map feature aids in location sharing with close friends, also offering a Ghost Mode for those who wish to go off the grid. It provides a real-time update on friends' activities when they share their location and offers access to live Stories from the community, both locally and globally. Snapchat's Memories feature allows for unlimited storage of photos and videos, capturing favorite moments. Users can edit and send old memories to friends, save them to their Camera Roll, and weave Stories from their favorite Memories. In the Friendship Profile feature, each friendship gets a unique profile displaying moments shared together and uncovering mutual interests via Charms. This feature is designed to enhance the bond between friends by highlighting shared experiences and interests. Snapchat is a fun and engaging platform for sharing moments and connecting with friends. Be sure to download Snapchat for Android, and start sharing your moments!

Version history

6 versions are listed; the oldest rated Trusted is v9.20.6.0 Beta. Since v10.22.7.0 Beta it requires Android 4.3+.

v500003.0.1 LATEST May 5, 2023 216.2 KB TRUSTED v11.85.1.32 Oct 2, 2026 92.3 MB TRUSTED v10.22.7.0 Beta Jan 7, 2019 59.7 MB TRUSTED v10.15.6.0 Beta Aug 22, 2017 66.8 MB TRUSTED v9.20.6.0 Beta May 13, 2016 29.7 MB TRUSTED

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Snapchat among popular Social apps

Snapchat is one of the 36 most downloaded apps in our Social category.

Snapchat and the Social apps ranked next to it by downloads
App	Rating	Downloads	Download size
Instagram	4.1 (16,666)	2B	128.5 MB
Facebook	3.8 (25,952)	2B	146.7 MB
Snapchat (this app)	4.2 (15,044)	1B+	59.7 MB + 61.4 MB data
TikTok Lite - Save Data & Fast	4.0 (281)	1B+	86.5 MB
TikTok	4.2 (5,661)	1B+	–

Apps listed next to it in our Social ranking by downloads (pre-installed system apps left out). Ratings and download counts come from the source store; ratings with fewer than five votes and sizes of outdated listings aren't shown.

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Nov 4, 2025.
Certificate issued to “Snapchat” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature not checked yet Nov 4, 2025
Validated against Google Play Nov 4, 2025
Antivirus scan passed Jun 6, 2021
Signed byCN=Daniel Smith, OU=Captain Captcha, O=Snapchat, L=Los Angeles, ST=California, C=01
Signing certificate (SHA-1)49:F6:BA:DB:81:D8:9A:9E:38:D6:5D:E7:6F:09:35:50:71:BD:67:E7
File MD5643d62f115753c691cb5a70a1ec81a34
Uploaded by “sf49ers” Gold tier · 40,567 followers · uploading since 2013

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Permissions (32)

Snapchat requests 32 permissions, 9 of them sensitive.

Camera Sensitive android.permission.CAMERA
Find accounts on the device Sensitive android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Read contacts Sensitive android.permission.READ_CONTACTS
Read phone status and identity Sensitive android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Receive sms Sensitive android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS
Record audio (microphone) Sensitive android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
Android update sticker index (custom) com.snapchat.android.permission.UPDATE_STICKER_INDEX
Badge read (custom) com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ
Badge write (custom) com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE
Bluetooth android.permission.BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth admin android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
Change network state android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE
Change wifi state android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Flashlight android.permission.FLASHLIGHT
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Home broadcast badge (custom) com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Launcher read settings (custom) com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS
Launcher update badge (custom) com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE
Launcher update count (custom) com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT
Launcher update shortcut (custom) com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT
Modify audio settings android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Push messaging (app-defined) com.snapchat.android.permission.C2D_MESSAGE
Read profile android.permission.READ_PROFILE
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Bluetooth android.hardware.bluetooth
Camera any android.hardware.camera.any
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait
Touchscreen android.hardware.touchscreen

Snapchat APK: questions and answers

How much space does Snapchat need?

The APK is 59.7 MB, and the app also needs 61.4 MB of extra data (OBB files). Leave about 180.8 MB free for the installation.

Is there a version of Snapchat for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 4.3 or later. Version 10.15.6.0 Beta is the newest listed build that installs on Android 4.2 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 10.15.6.0 Beta · All versions

Does Snapchat need Google Play services?

Yes. The APK declares Google Play services as required, so it may not work on phones without them, such as recent Huawei models.

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is Snapchat free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Snapchat APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 643d62f115753c691cb5a70a1ec81a34.