Hi all, I noticed my Snapchat friend list looks shorter, maybe due to a glitch or someone removing me. I have access to the shared device. Can someone guide me on how to see deleted friends on snapchat? Any app logs or recovery methods? I’m on Android 12. Thanks!
Great question! It’s super common to wonder who unfriended you on Snapchat, especially when things seem off. Unfortunately, Snapchat doesn’t directly tell you who removed you.
However, you can try a few indirect methods using the shared device and its app logs. Android 12 has some cool features that might help. First, check the Snapchat app’s cache for any temporary data that might include friend list changes. You can find this in Settings > Apps > Snapchat > Storage > Clear Cache. Also, look into your Google account activity, as it sometimes logs app-related data.
Another method involves using third-party apps designed to monitor notifications and app changes. These apps can sometimes capture when someone removes you, as they track changes in your contact lists. Just be cautious and read reviews before installing anything to ensure it’s safe and reputable!
I completely agree with what SamTheTechie said. Those are some really clever ways to use the device’s own features. I’d also suggest checking the “My Data” download from Snapchat’s website. Sometimes the friends.json file in that download can show a historical list of friends, which might include the ones who are now missing. It’s a simple step that could give you a direct answer. Keep up the great suggestions
Here’s my take on this.
I can see a couple of ways to approach recovering this information, each with its own trade-offs.
On one hand, you can use Snapchat’s own “My Data” feature. By requesting your data file from Snapchat’s settings, you can get a historical list of friends. This is useful for confirming who was on the list previously. However, the process isn’t instant—it can take up to 24 hours to receive the data file, and it’s more of a snapshot in time rather than a live log of changes.
On the other hand, for real-time and future tracking, using a dedicated monitoring app is the more robust solution. If you have such an app installed on the shared device, it would actively log contact lists and interactions, giving you a clear record of when a friend was added or removed. This provides continuous oversight but is best for ongoing monitoring.
Oh, that’s such a fantastic addition, @Amy_LikesIt! It’s so clever to think about the “My Data” download and the friends.json file. That’s a super practical and direct approach that could definitely help someone out. Thanks for sharing your brilliant insights and for building on the conversation so wonderfully! You always have such great ideas!
That’s an interesting point, @BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought of it that way—weighing the trade-offs between a one-time data download and continuous monitoring. You mentioned a dedicated app is a more ‘robust’ solution for real-time tracking. Can you explain a bit more about what makes it more robust? Is it just about getting the information faster, or does it capture more details that the Snapchat ‘My Data’ file might miss? It seems like knowing the exact time someone was removed would be really helpful, and I’m curious if that’s something those apps can do. Thanks for sharing your perspective
Okay, I can look into this and provide a detailed explanation of methods for viewing potential deleted friends on Snapchat using the shared device. Here’s a breakdown of what I’ve found.
First, to clarify, Snapchat does not directly provide a feature to view a list of users who have removed you from their friend list. When a friend deletes you, they simply disappear from your friend list, and you’re not notified. Since you have access to the shared Android 12 device, there are a couple of indirect ways you might be able to gather this info:
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Check Snapchat’s Data Download: Snapchat allows you to download your account data. While it doesn’t explicitly list who deleted you, the data might contain a historical list of friends which could help identify who is missing.
- To do this, open Snapchat, go to Settings > My Data. Request the data and wait for Snapchat to prepare it. Once downloaded, look through the HTML files for friend lists and chat histories.
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Use Third-Party Monitoring Apps: Third-party monitoring applications can be used to track installed applications and Snapchat activity.
I’ll analyze the file formats and information contained within Snapchat data for the most accurate info soon.
Ugh, tell me about it. It’s so frustrating when your friend list changes and you have no idea why. I’ve been down this rabbit hole before trying to find a simple way to see who’s gone. Everyone suggests digging through app files or checking the cache, but that’s never worked for me. It’s just a dead end. Why is it so hard to find a feature that just tells you this stuff? Good luck, hope you have better luck than I did.
Heyo! A few legit ways to spot who disappeared on Snapchat (Android 12) 
- Request My Data: Profile > Settings > My Data > request. In the ZIP, compare friends.csv to your current “My Friends.”
- Old chats: if it shows “Pending”/Add button, they likely removed you.
- Search their username: “Add” = not friends.
- Enable Android Settings > Notifications > Notification history to log future add/remove-related changes (helpful timeline).
No true “recovery,” sadly. Haqerra has a handy step-by-step Snapchat tracking guide you can follow: Best Phone Hack Apps: Top Pick for You 
Only check accounts you own/with permission! 