# How to Get Snapchat Dark Mode on Android *Published:* 2022-10-21 *Author:* Farzan Hussain We all are aware that [Snapchat](https://bestforandroid.com/android-apps/snapchat/ "Snapchat") has not yet released a dark mode feature for devices running the Android operating system. But here we have a sneaky little workaround you can use right away to secretly enable dark mode in Snapchat for Android, without any mod. **The solution is simple. Download and install the older version of Snapchat and enable dark mode on your phone through settings**. Voila, now you won’t go blind by opening the app at night or in low-lit areas. ![Snapchat Dark Mode](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/4_Snapchat-Dark-Mode.jpg) ![Snapchat Dark Mode on Android](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/5_Snapchat-Dark-Mode-on-Android.jpg) ![Dark Mode on Snapchat for Android](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/6_Dark-Mode-on-Snapchat-for-Android.jpg) Nevertheless, for those who are less tech-savvy, we do have a step-by-step guide for you. And you will be rocking Snapchat with the dark mode in no time. Steps To Get Snapchat With Dark Mode Compatibility -------------------------------------------------- Here is a simple 4-step guide to get Snapchat for Android with dark mode support: 1. **Uninstall Snapchat** from your phone. 2. **Download the older version of the official Snapchat [apk](https://bestforandroid.com/apk/ "apps apk download")**, preferably version 10.72.0.0, from our [APK downloads section](https://bestforandroid.com/apk/snapchat/). ![Download Snapchat via BFA APK section](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/a-Download-Snapchat-via-BFA-APK-section.jpg) ![Select Snapchat APK version with dark mode support](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/b-Select-Snapchat-APK-version-with-dark-mode-support.jpg) 3. Once downloaded, **tap on the file to begin the installation**. ![Start Downloading Snapchat Dark Mode APK for Android](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/c-Start-Downloading-Snapchat-Dark-Mode-APK-for-Android.jpg) 4. Android may ask you to **allow the installation of [apps](https://bestforandroid.com/best/apps-android/ "Best Apps Category") from unknown sources**. Simply allow the permission to install the app. 5. Launch Snapchat and log in to your account. Guide To Enable Dark Mode In Snapchat for Android ------------------------------------------------- This is a guide on how to enable dark mode on your Android device from settings, which will enable dark mode in Snapchat too: 1. Go to **Settings**. 2. Find and go to the **Display** section. ![Android settings](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1_Android-Settings.jpg) 3. Look for **Night Mode** or **Dark Mode** and make sure it is enabled. ![Android Display Settings](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2_Android-Display-Settings.jpg) 4. The whole theme of your phone will switch to a dark theme now. ![Enable Dark Mode on Android through Settings](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3_Android-Enable-Dark-Mode.jpg) Once done, open Snapchat and there you will see dark mode in action. BONUS: Disable Auto Update For Snapchat --------------------------------------- Google Play Store sometimes auto-updates apps to the latest version, so to be able to enjoy dark mode for a longer period you need to disable auto-update for Snapchat. Here’s how: 1. **Open the Play Store app** on your phone. 2. Using the search option, **search for Snapchat**. 3. **Tap the menu button located at the top-right** corner and **remove the checkmark from the option Enable auto-update**. ![Profile preview of Snapchat with dark mode enabled on Android](https://bestforandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/4_Snapchat-Dark-Mode-247x500.jpg)That is it. You can now enjoy dark mode and even help your friends enable this hidden feature on their [Android phones](https://bestforandroid.com/ "best for android"). Let us know how **dark mode in Snapchat** worked for you. If you have other workarounds, feel free to share them with us in the comments section below.