Hey there, Snap Kings and Queens! It's your girl, Anya, back at it again with another Snapchat mystery solved! Today we're diving deep into the world of Snapstreaks, those fiery little emojis that have everyone from your BFF to your grandma hooked. You asked, "How do you start a Snapstreak?", and guess what? You came to the right place. Buckle up, buttercup, 'cause class is in session!

First Things First: Snapping 101

Before we unlock the secrets to Snapstreak mastery, let's rewind for our newbies and refresh our veterans on the basics of snapping. Remember, communication is key here, people!

* It's all about the snaps, baby! A Snapstreak is all about sending direct snaps back and forth with a friend. No sneaking into the group chat or sliding into those DMs; those don't count towards your streak.
* Time is of the essence! You and your friend have a 24-hour window to send each other a snap to keep the streak alive. Miss that window, and poof! Streak gone.
* Snaps, not chats! This is where it gets tricky. Only sending photos and video snaps count toward your streak. Texting, even with pictures or videos attached, won't cut it.

**Igniting the Snapstreak Flame: Let's Get This Streak Started!**

Now that we're all on the same page, let's talk about starting a Snapstreak. Here's the tea:


1. Find your partner in crime. Choose a friend who's just as dedicated to maintaining a streak as you are. Trust me; it's a two-person job!

2. Snap and send! Snap a picture of anything—your face, your lunch, your cat judging your life choices—and send it to your chosen friend.

3. Wait for the return fire! Your friend needs to snap you back within 24 hours. Once they do, congratulations! You've officially started a Snapstreak.

4. Keep the fire burning! Remember to send each other a snap every 24 hours to keep the streak alive.

**Snapstreak Secrets: Tips and Tricks from a Pro**

Starting a Snapstreak is easy peasy, but maintaining one? That's where the real challenge (and fun!) begins. Here are some pro tips to keep that flame alive:

* Set reminders. Life gets busy; we get it. Set reminders on your phone or use a streak-tracking app so you don't accidentally miss a snap.
* Get creative. Don't just send boring snaps; spice things up! Use filters, lenses, draw on your snaps, or even send silly videos. The possibilities are endless!
* Communicate! If you know you'll be busy or without internet access, let your friend know in advance. They might be more forgiving if you have a legitimate excuse.
* Don't stress! At the end of the day, it's just a Snapstreak. Don't let it take over your life. If you lose one, don't sweat it! You can always start a new one.

**So there you have it, my friends! Everything you need to know to start, maintain, and totally rock those Snapstreaks. Now go forth and snap like you've never snapped before!**

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To keep a streak going, you and the other person much EACH send at least one snapchat to each other every day. When someone asks you to start a streak on Snapchat, just make sure you send them a snap every day (and they do the same), and it should go fine. Note that the streak does not show up until the third day.read more >>