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After ignoring the Windows platform for years, Snapchat has landed in the Microsoft Store, allowing users to access the photo sharing platform on PC. Snapchat is currently available on Android and iOS but has refused to offer support for the Windows platform. And while Snapchat now has a Windows 11 app, it’s not a full app. Also Read – How to Recover Lost Snapstreak on Snapchat: A Step-by-Step Guide
The Snapchat app on the Microsoft Store is a Progressive Web App (PWA), meaning that the PC version of Snapchat is available as an app through the Microsoft Store. The Snapchat listing in the Microsoft Store is only 1.4MB, and looks more like a shortcut to the app than the actual app. Since Microsoft Edge is a Chromium browser, you can install most websites as apps on your PC. Also read – Snapchat introduces iOS 16 Lock Screen widgets, chat shortcuts and more
A PWA is also available for Meta’s Instagram, allowing you to access the platform on PC. The functionality is the same, but the interface is changed and some functions are not available. Also Read – Twitter brings Instagram, Snapchat sharing to Android app, starts testing WhatsApp sharing in India
How to download Snapchat on your PC
It’s a simple process. On your PC, go to the Microsoft Store by clicking the Store icon on the taskbar or searching for the Store using the Search button. After you open the Microsoft Store, search for Snapchat using the bar above. The first result is exactly what you want. To download Snapchat, you have to click “Download”, then the download process will start. After the app is installed, it will be available in the Start menu and the app library. You can pin the app to the Start menu or taskbar for quick access.
Snapchat features on PC
According to the photos available on the Snapchat list, you can access your contacts, view their Snaps, and chat with them. Your avatar will be visible through different versions of the app. You can video chat with your friends on the Snapchat for PC app, as well.