You can change your birthday in Snapchat settings, but the app limits how often you can do it

To change your birthday on Snapchat, open the app and tap your profile icon in the top left corner. Select the gear icon to enter Settings, then tap "Username" under the account section. Scroll down to find "Date of Birth" and tap it. Enter your new birthday and confirm the change. Snapchat will save it when ready.

The catch: Snapchat restricts birthday changes to once every 365 days. If you changed it recently, you will see a message telling you when you can change it again. This limit exists to prevent account abuse and protect younger users, since age determines what features and content you can access.

Your birthday on Snapchat controls whether you see age-restricted filters, lenses, and stories. It also determines your Snapchat age badge, which other users can see on your profile. Changing it affects these features when ready.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your profile icon, then Settings, then Username, then scroll to "Date of Birth" to change your birthday.
  • Snapchat allows you to change your birthday only once per year, and the app will tell you the exact date you can change it again.
  • Your birthday controls access to age-restricted content and determines what age badge appears on your profile to other users.
  • If you entered your birthday incorrectly when you created your account, you will have to wait until the 365-day window passes to correct it.

Why Snapchat restricts birthday changes

The one-change-per-year rule protects younger users from account takeover. If someone gains access to your account, they cannot when ready change your age to unlock restricted features or hide your real age from parents or guardians. The delay also prevents users from repeatedly toggling between ages to access content they should not see.

Snapchat's age restrictions are tied to your birthday. Users under 13 cannot create accounts at all. Users 13 to 17 see a more limited version of Stories and cannot use certain lenses or filters. The birthday field is one of the few pieces of account information Snapchat does not let you change freely.

What happens if you made a mistake when signing up

If you entered the wrong birthday during account creation and need to correct it, you have two options. The first is to wait until 365 days have passed since your last change, then update it yourself using the steps above.

The second option is to contact Snapchat Support directly. Go to Settings, scroll to "Help," and select "Contact Us." Explain that you entered an incorrect birthday and ask them to reset your change timer. Snapchat Support handles these requests on a case-by-case basis, but they often will grant a one-time exception for genuine mistakes, especially if the error affects your account access or age-appropriate content.

How your birthday affects your Snapchat experience

Your birthday determines your age badge, a small label that shows your age to other Snapchat users. This appears on your profile and in conversations. If you are under 18, the badge shows your exact age. If you are 18 or older, it shows only that you are an adult.

Age also controls which lenses and filters you can use. Snapchat marks some lenses as age-restricted, and you cannot access them if your birthday shows you are under the required age. Changing your birthday will when ready unlock or lock these features depending on your new age.

Stories and Discover content also vary by age. Younger users see a curated version of the Discover feed with content filtered for their age group. Changing your birthday will update what stories and content you see the next time you open the app.

Changing your birthday on different devices

The process is the same on iPhone and Android. Open Snapchat, tap your profile icon, select Settings, tap Username, scroll to "Date of Birth," and enter your new birthday. Both platforms use the same account system, so a change on one device will sync across all your devices automatically.

If you use Snapchat on a computer through the web version, you cannot change your birthday there. You must use the mobile app. Log into the mobile app, make the change, and it will be reflected everywhere you use Snapchat.

What to do if you cannot find the Date of Birth field

If you do not see "Date of Birth" in your Settings, make sure you are in the right menu. Tap your profile icon, then the gear icon for Settings. Under the account section, tap "Username." The Date of Birth option should appear below your username. If it does not, try logging out and logging back in, or update your Snapchat app to the latest version.

On older versions of Snapchat, the birthday field may be located in a different spot. Updating your app usually fixes this. Go to your device's app store, search for Snapchat, and tap "Update" if one is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my birthday more than once a year?

No. Snapchat allows one birthday change every 365 days. After you change it, the app will show you the exact date when you can change it again. If you need an exception, contact Snapchat Support and explain your situation.

Will changing my birthday affect my Snapchat memories or saved messages?

No. Your memories, saved chats, and message history will remain unchanged. Only your age badge and access to age-restricted content will update based on your new birthday.

What if I entered my birthday wrong and I am locked out of features I should be able to use?

Contact Snapchat Support through Settings > Help > Contact Us. Explain that your birthday is incorrect and is blocking features you should have access to. Support can sometimes reset your change timer for legitimate errors.

Does Snapchat tell other users when I change my birthday?

No. Your friends will not receive a notification that you changed your birthday. However, your age badge on your profile will update, so anyone viewing your profile will see your new age.

Can I hide my birthday from other users?

Your age badge is visible to other Snapchat users, but your exact birthday is not. Only the age badge (your age or "adult" status) shows on your profile. Your full date of birth is private and visible only to you and Snapchat.