How to download your Snapchat Memories for free (before they start charging for them)

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Snapchat has announced that it is capping free Memories storage at 5GB. If you exceed that limit, you must export your data or sign up for a plan. The introductory price starts at US$1.99 per month (around CA$2.78) for up to 100GB of storage. If you don't want to pay, here is how you can download your Memories.

You can cherry-pick the Memories you want to keep and download them 100 posts at a time. Open the app, then select the Memories icon next to the camera button. Tap Select in the top right corner and choose the posts you want to keep. Then, tap the Export button that appears at the bottom right of your screen and select Download to save them to your camera roll. Rinse and repeat as needed.

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Snapchat can let trusted contacts know you made it home safe

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Snapchat introduced an aptly named Home Safe feature that lets your loved ones know you've made it home safely after an outing. It sends a one-time alert to contacts you've already shared your location with. However, location sharing is disabled by default, so it is a feature you will activate by your own choice.

You can enable it by setting up your home location. Tap on your Bitmoji on the Snap Map, and then select My Home. So, next time you head out and want to keep a trusted contact in the loop, open your conversation with them. After that, tap the Map icon and select the Home Safe button. Your friend or family member will receive an automatic alert in the chat once you get home.

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Snapchat comes to watchOS (finally)

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The Apple Watch has been around for more than a decade but this is the first time we're getting a Snapchat app on it. The watchOS version of the app allows you to preview and reply to your messages. Preview was the only option available before.

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Snapchat fun AR lenses arrive on Chrome

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Remember 2020? Video calls became our lifeline, and some companies gambled on AR filters to fight the monotony. While they might have sparked a few smiles, let's be honest—they weren't exactly a pandemic panacea. Still, many stuck around. Except for Snap. They had a desktop app with AR filters, but alas, it met its demise last year. Fear not, lens lovers! Snap's bringing the fun back with a Chrome extension.

Snapchat Camera for Chrome lets you unleash AR lenses directly on your webcam. Video calls, streams, recordings—you name it, they've got you covered. Unlike the departed desktop app, you'll need your Snapchat login for this one. But hey, the good news is you can even use your custom lenses!

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