Where to find the password change option

My Eyes Only is a private folder inside Snapchat where you can store photos and videos behind a separate password. To change that password, open Snapchat, tap your profile icon in the top left corner, then tap the gear icon to open Settings. Scroll down and tap "My Eyes Only," then tap "Change Password."

Snapchat will ask you to enter your current password first. Type it in, then create a new password. You can use numbers, letters, and symbols — Snapchat does not enforce a minimum length, but longer passwords are harder to guess. After you type your new password twice to confirm it matches, tap "Save" or "Confirm" depending on your phone's version of Snapchat.

The change takes effect immediately. If you forget to save the new password before closing the screen, your old password remains active and you will need to start over.

Key Takeaways

  • My Eyes Only passwords are changed through Snapchat Settings under your profile, not through a separate app or website.
  • You must enter your current password before Snapchat will let you create a new one.
  • The new password takes effect right away, and you cannot access My Eyes Only with the old password after you save the change.
  • If you forget your My Eyes Only password, Snapchat does not offer a recovery option — you will lose access to everything stored there.

What happens if you forget your current password

Snapchat does not have a password recovery system for My Eyes Only. If you forget the password, you cannot reset it through the app or by contacting Snapchat support. Your only option is to delete the My Eyes Only folder entirely and start fresh with a new password.

To delete My Eyes Only, go back to Settings, tap "My Eyes Only," then look for a "Delete My Eyes Only" or "Clear" option. This will erase all photos and videos stored in that folder. After deletion, you can set up My Eyes Only again with a new password.

Choosing a password you will remember

Since Snapchat offers no recovery method, your password needs to be something you can recall reliably. Avoid passwords based on birthdays, phone numbers, or other information someone close to you might guess. A mix of unrelated words or a phrase only you would know works better than a simple number sequence.

Write your password down and store it somewhere secure if you are worried about forgetting it — a locked drawer, a password manager, or a note in a secure app. Do not store it in your phone's notes app or anywhere that syncs to the cloud, since that defeats the purpose of having a private folder.

Changing your password regularly

There is no rule that says you must change your My Eyes Only password on any schedule. However, if you share your phone with someone else, change your password after they stop using it. If you think someone may have seen you type your password, change it right away.

If you use the same password for My Eyes Only as you do for other apps or accounts, change your My Eyes Only password immediately. Reusing passwords across different services means that if one account is compromised, all of them are at risk.

Differences between My Eyes Only and your main Snapchat password

Your Snapchat account password and your My Eyes Only password are separate. Changing one does not affect the other. Your account password is what you use to log into Snapchat on a new device or after you log out. Your My Eyes Only password only protects the contents of that private folder.

If someone gains access to your Snapchat account, they still cannot view your My Eyes Only folder without knowing that separate password. However, they could change your account password and lock you out of Snapchat entirely, so keeping both passwords strong and different from each other is important.

Troubleshooting password change errors

If Snapchat says your current password is wrong when you know it is correct, try closing the app completely and reopening it. Sometimes the app does not register your input correctly the first time. Make sure you are typing your password exactly as you set it — passwords are case-sensitive if you used capital letters.

If the app crashes or closes while you are changing your password, your old password remains active. You will need to go back to Settings and try again. If you continue to have trouble, try updating Snapchat to the latest version from the App Store, then attempt the password change once more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my My Eyes Only password without knowing the old one?

No. Snapchat requires you to enter your current password before you can set a new one. If you have forgotten it, you must delete the entire My Eyes Only folder and start over with a new password.

Will changing my My Eyes Only password delete the photos inside?

No. Changing your password does not affect the photos or videos stored in My Eyes Only. They remain there and are still protected by your new password.

What if I change my password and then forget the new one right away?

You will lose access to your My Eyes Only folder. Snapchat does not offer a recovery or reset option. Your only choice is to delete the folder and create a new one with a password you can remember.

Can someone else change my My Eyes Only password if they have my phone?

Yes, if they can unlock your phone and open Snapchat, they can change your My Eyes Only password by following the same steps you would use. They would need to know your current password first, but if they do, they can lock you out of the folder.

Is My Eyes Only password different from my fingerprint or face unlock?

Yes. My Eyes Only has its own text password separate from your phone's biometric security. Even if you use Face ID or Touch ID to unlock your phone, you still need to type your My Eyes Only password to open that folder inside Snapchat.