Snapchat My Eyes Only to Protect Your Private Snaps and Videos
Snapchat My Eyes Only is a special feature that lets you keep your private and confidential photos/videos safe. It is a passcode-locked folder where you can hide any snap or video. It is super easy to set up. Just go to Memories and select the My Eyes Only folder, create a strong passcode, and store your private memories safely. Remember, Snapchat can not recover it if you forget the passcode, so save it somewhere.
Using this feature, you can take any snap or video from Memories and move it to My Eyes Only. Simply open the snap, click on the three dots (⋮) at the top, and select the “Hide Snap” option. If you want to get the snap back later, you can go to “My Eyes Only” and “Unhide Snap.” This feature is especially useful for people who want to keep their private photos safe, especially if they share their phone with others.
What Is My Eyes Only on Snapchat?
My Eyes Only is a hidden folder in your Snapchat Memories that’s locked behind a passcode. Unlike your regular saved snaps, anything you move here stays completely private; no one else can see it, even if they have access to your phone.
Key Things to Know:
🔒 Passcode-protected: You set a 4-digit PIN or even a custom alphanumeric password.
⚠️ Auto-delete feature: Too many wrong guesses? Snapchat erases everything inside.
📁 Separate from regular Memories: Your normal saved snaps stay visible; only My Eyes Only content is hidden.
This is perfect for keeping personal photos, sensitive screenshots, or private videos away from prying eyes.
How to Set Up My Eyes Only (First-Time Users)
If you have never used this feature before, setting it up is super easy. Just follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Snapchat Memories
- Open Snapchat and swipe up from the camera screen (or tap the small photo icon at the bottom left).
Step 2: Find the My Eyes Only Folder
- In Memories, you will see folders like Camera Roll, Screenshots, and Stories.
- Look for My Eyes Only and tap it.
Step 3: Create a Passcode
- Tap “Set Up” (not “Learn More”).
- Enter a 4-digit PIN or switch to “Use Alphanumeric Passcode” for a stronger password.
- Confirm your passcode.
Step 4: Read the Warning & Finish Setup
- Snapchat will warn you: “If you forget your passcode, we can not recover it.”
- Check “I Understand” and tap “Continue.”
✅ Done! Now, whenever you open My Eyes Only, you will need to enter your passcode.
💡 Pro Tip: Write down your passcode somewhere safe (like Notes or a password manager). If you forget it, your private snaps will be gone forever!
How to Add or Remove Snaps from My Eyes Only
Now that your secret folder is ready, let’s move some snaps into it.
Adding Snaps to My Eyes Only:
- Open Memories (swipe up or tap the photo icon).
- Find the photo/video you want to hide and tap it.
- Tap the ⋮ (three dots) in the top-right corner.
- Select “Hide Snap” → Confirm.
📌 Optional: After hiding, you can delete the original from your Camera Roll—it’ll stay safe in My Eyes Only!
Removing Snaps from My Eyes Only:
- Open My Eyes Only (enter your passcode).
- Tap the snap you want to unhide.
- Tap ⋮ → “Unhide Snap.”
- It’ll move back to your regular Memories.
Important Security Tips for Snapchat My Eyes Only
To keep your private snaps extra secure, follow these best practices:
🔐 Use a strong passcode: Avoid easy guesses like “1234” or your birthday.
📲 Don’t share your password: Even with close friends!
🔄 Update Snapchat regularly: New versions fix security bugs.
🚫 Avoid third-party apps: No app can “recover” My Eyes Only if you forget your passcode; it is a scam!
FAQs About My Eyes Only
Final Thoughts
Snapchat My Eyes Only is the perfect way to keep your private snaps safe and hidden. Just remember:
✔ Set a strong passcode and don’t forget it!
✔ Only you can access this folder—no recovery options.
✔ Use it for sensitive photos, private videos, or anything you don’t want others to see.
Now that you know how it works, go ahead and secure your private memories today. Want more Snapchat privacy tips? Check out our guide on how to use Ghost Mode for extra security.
