How to Enable Dark Mode on Snapchat for Android

Dark mode has become an increasingly popular feature on apps and operating systems. By changing the background to black or dark gray and the text to white or light gray, dark mode can make screens easier on your eyes, especially at night.

Does Snapchat Have a Dark Mode?

Unfortunately, Snapchat’s official Android app does not currently have a built-in dark mode option. However, there are a few different methods you can use to enable a pseudo-dark mode for Snapchat on Android devices.

Use Android 10’s System-Wide Dark Mode

If your Android device is running Android 10 or higher, you can enable the system-wide dark mode option to make all apps with a light color scheme into dark mode. Here are the steps:

1. Go to Settings > Display on your Android device.
2. Select “Dark” under the Dark Theme option.
3. Toggle on Dark Mode if it is not already enabled.

This will enable dark mode for not only Snapchat but also most other apps on your device. The disadvantage is that some elements of Snapchat may not look right in this automatic dark mode.

Use a Dark Mode Enabler App

Another option is to use a third-party dark mode enabler app from the Google Play Store that can force Snapchat into dark mode:

• Darker – Free app that offers deep black dark mode for many major apps.
• Eclipse Dark Mode – Works through an accessibility service to apply dark backgrounds.
• Lux Black – Uses an overlay to create a dark theme for apps.

These apps can enable a more complete dark mode for Snapchat, but may impact performance or cause occasional display glitches.

Switch to a Modded Version of Snapchat

There are modified (“modded”) versions of the Snapchat app for Android that have added in an integrated dark mode option not available in the official app. This provides the most seamless experience. However, use caution as modded apps violate Snapchat’s terms of service.

How to Enable Dark Mode in Snapchat Using Substratum Theme

If you have a rooted Android device, you can use the Substratum theme engine to fully customize Snapchat’s interface to enable dark mode. Here is how:

1. Install the Substratum theme manager app on your device if not already installed.
2. Open the app and search for a Substratum theme that supports modifying Snapchat.
3. Select and install a suitable dark theme for Snapchat.
4. Apply the overlay in Substratum to enable the theme.
5. Reboot your device to apply the changes.

After following those steps, the Substratum theme you installed should force Snapchat into a full dark mode with dark backgrounds for all aspects of the interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pros of Enabling Dark Mode for Snapchat

• Easier on eyes, especially at night or in the dark
• Some studies show potential reduction of eye strain
• Helps save battery life on devices with OLED displays
• Matches overall system dark themes on Android 10+

Cons of Using Dark Mode on Snapchat

• No official built-in support from Snapchat yet
• Requires using additional apps or modded versions
• Potential display issues or app instability
• Violates terms of service when using mods or themes

The Bottom Line

While Snapchat itself does not yet include a built-in dark mode on Android, using either Android’s system-wide setting, a dark mode enabler app, or root theming can activate a pseudo-dark appearance for Snapchat. This makes the app easier on the eyes in low light. Just be cautious of potential display or performance problems. Hopefully Snapchat itself will add official dark theme support in the future. But until then, the methods above can get you the darker Snapchat mode you want!