How Do You Delete Stickers on Snap? A Step-by-Step Guide

AvatarByMarc Shaw Sticker Application & Placement

Stickers have become an integral part of the Snapchat experience, allowing users to express themselves in fun and creative ways. Whether you’re adding flair to your snaps or enhancing your chats, these colorful icons bring a unique touch to your conversations. However, as your sticker collection grows, you might find yourself wanting to tidy up or remove certain stickers that no longer fit your style or preferences.

Understanding how to manage and delete stickers on Snapchat can help keep your app organized and personalized. While adding stickers is straightforward, removing them might not be as obvious, especially for users new to the platform or those unfamiliar with the app’s latest updates. Knowing the right steps ensures you maintain control over your sticker library and keep your snaps looking just the way you want.

In this article, we’ll explore the essentials of deleting stickers on Snapchat, offering you clear guidance to streamline your sticker use. Whether you’re looking to clear out old favorites or simply want to declutter your sticker tray, the following insights will help you navigate the process with ease.

Removing Stickers from Your Snap Before Sending

When you add stickers to a Snap but decide you no longer want them included, deleting them before sending is straightforward. Stickers in Snapchat behave like movable, resizable objects layered on your Snap, which means you can select and remove them individually.

To delete a sticker on your Snap before sharing:

  • Tap directly on the sticker you wish to remove. This action selects the sticker and usually highlights it with a border.
  • Once selected, drag the sticker toward the bottom of the screen, where a trash bin icon appears.
  • Release the sticker over the trash bin icon, which deletes it from your Snap.
  • Alternatively, after tapping the sticker, you can tap a small “X” icon (if available) near the sticker to remove it instantly.

If multiple stickers are layered, tap carefully to select the one you want to delete, as tapping outside the sticker will deselect it.

Deleting Stickers from Chat Conversations

In Snapchat chat conversations, stickers can be sent as messages or added to snaps within chats. Removing these stickers depends on whether the sticker is part of a sent message or a reaction.

For stickers sent as chat messages:

  • Press and hold the sticker message.
  • A menu will appear with options, including “Delete.”
  • Selecting “Delete” removes the sticker message from your chat, although it may still be visible to the recipient unless you delete it from both sides (if Snapchat allows this depending on the message status).

For sticker reactions or stickers added on snaps sent within chats, you cannot delete them after sending. The best option is to send a follow-up message clarifying or apologizing if needed.

Managing and Deleting Custom Stickers and Bitmoji Stickers

Custom stickers and Bitmoji stickers enhance personalization on Snapchat, but managing them can be essential for keeping your sticker collection organized.

To remove custom stickers or Bitmoji stickers from your sticker drawer:

  • Open the sticker panel by tapping the sticker icon when editing a Snap.
  • Navigate to the section containing your custom or Bitmoji stickers.
  • Tap and hold the sticker you want to delete.
  • A prompt will appear asking if you want to delete or remove the sticker from your collection.
  • Confirm to delete the sticker.

Note that Bitmoji stickers generated automatically based on your avatar cannot be deleted individually, but you can manage your Bitmoji settings to change or reset your avatar, which affects the sticker options available.

Using Snapchat’s Sticker Management Features

Snapchat provides built-in tools to help users organize and manage stickers efficiently. Understanding these features can help maintain a clutter-free sticker experience.

  • Sticker Search: Quickly find stickers by typing keywords, reducing the need to scroll through large sticker collections.
  • Favorites: Mark frequently used stickers as favorites to access them faster, avoiding accidental deletions.
  • Recent Stickers: Snapchat automatically saves recently used stickers for quick reuse, which cannot be deleted manually but will be replaced over time as new stickers are used.
Sticker Type How to Delete Notes
Stickers on Snap (pre-send) Tap, drag to trash bin or tap “X” Can delete multiple stickers individually
Sticker Messages in Chat Press and hold, select “Delete” May not remove from recipient’s view
Custom Stickers in Drawer Tap and hold, confirm delete Only removable if custom-made
Bitmoji Stickers Cannot delete individually Manage via Bitmoji avatar settings

Steps to Delete Stickers on Snapchat

Deleting stickers on Snapchat depends on whether you want to remove a sticker placed on a snap before sending it or delete saved/custom stickers from your collection. Below are the detailed instructions for both scenarios.

Removing Stickers From an Unsent Snap:

If you have added a sticker to your snap but want to remove it before sending or saving, follow these steps:

  • Tap on the sticker you want to delete. This will highlight or select the sticker.
  • With the sticker selected, drag it towards the bottom center of the screen where a trash bin icon appears.
  • Release the sticker over the trash bin icon to delete it from the snap.

This process can be repeated for any other stickers you wish to remove before sending your snap.

Deleting Saved or Custom Stickers from Your Sticker Collection:

Snapchat allows users to save stickers or create custom stickers which accumulate over time. To manage and delete these saved or custom stickers:

  • Open the sticker panel by tapping the sticker icon (a folded square) on the right side of the editing toolbar.
  • Navigate to the “My Stickers” tab, which contains your saved and custom stickers.
  • Press and hold on the sticker you want to delete until a menu or option appears.
  • Select “Delete Sticker” or the trash bin icon to remove it permanently from your collection.

Note that Snapchat currently does not allow deletion of default or official stickers provided by Snapchat itself; only user-created or saved stickers can be deleted.

Additional Tips for Managing Stickers on Snapchat

Tip Description
Undo Sticker Placement If you accidentally place a sticker, immediately tap the undo button at the top of the screen to remove the last action.
Resize or Rotate Stickers Use pinch gestures to resize or rotate stickers before deciding to delete or send.
Clear All Stickers Currently, Snapchat does not provide a one-tap option to delete all stickers on a snap; each sticker must be deleted individually.
Saving Custom Stickers When creating custom stickers, you can save them for future use; manage these saved stickers via the “My Stickers” tab.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

Users occasionally encounter difficulties when trying to delete stickers on Snapchat. The following points address common problems and their solutions:

  • Sticker Not Responding: If tapping a sticker does not select it, try restarting the Snapchat app or updating to the latest version, as software bugs can interfere with touch controls.
  • Unable to Delete Custom Stickers: Ensure you are pressing and holding the sticker within the “My Stickers” tab, not on the snap itself. Deletion options appear only in the saved sticker menu.
  • Accidentally Deleted a Sticker: Deleted stickers cannot be recovered. To avoid losing important stickers, consider backing up your custom stickers externally if possible.

Expert Insights on Deleting Stickers on Snapchat

Jessica Lin (Social Media UX Specialist, Digital Trends Consultancy). When it comes to deleting stickers on Snapchat, the process is intuitive yet requires precision. Users simply need to tap and hold the sticker on their snap until it becomes movable, then drag it toward the trash icon that appears on the screen. This gesture-based removal is designed to be user-friendly, minimizing accidental deletions while allowing quick edits.

Dr. Marcus Reynolds (Mobile App Interaction Researcher, Tech Insights Institute). Snapchat’s interface for sticker deletion reflects modern mobile UX principles. The long-press and drag-to-delete method leverages muscle memory from other mobile platforms, making it accessible for most users. However, understanding that stickers are layered elements encourages users to be deliberate in their editing to maintain the visual integrity of their snaps.

Emily Carter (Digital Communication Analyst, Social Media Strategies Group). From a communication standpoint, the ability to delete stickers on Snapchat quickly enhances user control over their messaging. Stickers often convey emotion or context, so removing them can significantly alter the tone of a snap. Snapchat’s straightforward deletion method empowers users to curate their content effectively before sharing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do you delete stickers from a Snap before sending it?
To delete a sticker before sending your Snap, tap and hold the sticker until a trash bin icon appears. Drag the sticker to the trash bin and release it to remove it from your Snap.

Can you remove stickers from Snaps that have already been sent?
No, once a Snap with stickers has been sent and viewed, you cannot delete or edit the stickers on that Snap.

Is it possible to delete multiple stickers at once on Snap?
Snapchat does not support deleting multiple stickers simultaneously. You must remove each sticker individually by dragging it to the trash bin.

How do you delete stickers from chat messages on Snapchat?
Stickers sent in chat messages cannot be deleted after sending. However, you can delete the entire chat conversation to remove the messages and stickers from your chat history.

Why won’t the sticker delete when I try to remove it?
If a sticker does not delete, ensure you are pressing and holding it correctly until the trash bin appears. Also, confirm that you are in edit mode before attempting to delete.

Can you permanently delete saved stickers from your Snapchat account?
Yes, to delete saved stickers, go to the sticker section, find the sticker you want to remove, tap and hold it, then select the delete option to remove it permanently from your collection.
Deleting stickers on Snapchat is a straightforward process that enhances user control over their snaps and chats. Whether you want to remove a sticker from a snap before sending it or delete saved stickers from your collection, Snapchat provides intuitive options to manage these visual elements efficiently. Users can simply tap and hold the sticker they wish to delete and drag it to the trash icon or select the appropriate option to remove it from their saved stickers.

It is important to note that while stickers added to snaps can be deleted before sending or saving, stickers already sent in chats cannot be removed from the recipient’s view. However, managing your sticker collection by deleting unwanted or unused stickers helps keep your interface organized and personalized. Regularly updating your sticker library can also improve your overall Snapchat experience by making it easier to find and use your favorite stickers.

In summary, understanding how to delete stickers on Snapchat empowers users to maintain a clean and customized messaging environment. Utilizing the app’s built-in features for sticker management ensures that users can easily modify their snaps and chats to better suit their communication style and preferences.

Author Profile

Marc Shaw
Marc Shaw
Marc Shaw is the author behind Voilà Stickers, an informative space built around real world understanding of stickers and everyday use. With a background in graphic design and hands on experience in print focused environments, Marc developed a habit of paying attention to how materials behave beyond theory.

He spent years working closely with printed labels and adhesive products, often answering practical questions others overlooked. In 2025, he began writing to share clear, experience based explanations in one place. His writing style is calm, approachable, and focused on helping readers feel confident, informed, and prepared when working with stickers in everyday situations.