Snapchat’s Recents list can be perplexing. You might find friends you haven’t interacted with showing up, leaving you scratching your head. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s a breakdown of why this happens:
- They sent you a snap: Even if you didn’t reply, receiving a snap from a friend can put them on your Recents list.
- They texted you: Just like snaps, getting a message from a friend can make them appear in your Recents, even if you didn’t respond.
- You became friends: When you add someone back or they add you, they might pop up in your Recents without any snaps or texts exchanged.
- They replied to your story: Story replies count as interaction, so if a friend replies to your story or you reply to theirs, they could end up in your Recents.
- Snapchat glitches: Rarely, bugs can cause friends to appear in your Recents despite no recent interaction. Updating or reinstalling the app usually fixes this.
Unfortunately, you can’t manually edit your Recents list. It’s an automated feature designed to make snapping your closest friends easier. So, the next time an unexpected friend shows up in your Recents, you’ll know why.