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PolicyYour resource for understanding the rules and policies across Snapchat.Community GuidelinesWe created these guidelines to encourage the broadest range of self-expression, while striving to make sure Snapchatters can use our services safely every day.
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Privacy
Privacy PolicyThis Policy explains how we collect and use your data and how you can control your information. Privacy PrinciplesAt Snap, we make your privacy a priority. We know your trust is earned every time you use Snapchat, or any of our other products and Services.
Privacy by ProductSaving Snaps was designed with privacy in mind. You control whether your Snaps can be saved within Snapchat.Privacy Through SecurityFeatures and recommendations to help secure your account.
Teens on SnapchatAdditional protections for teens on Snapchat.Snap and AdsHow we collect, use, and share your data with respect to ads.
Safety
Safety CenterHere are some steps you can take to help stay safe!Safety PoliciesWe created these safety policies to help our community enhance their relationships with friends, family, and the world.Safety ResourcesWe work with industry experts and non-governmental agencies to provide resources and support to Snapchatters in need.
Safety Advisory BoardMeet Snap's Safety Advisory Board membersCouncil for Digital Well-BeingMeet Snap's Council for Digital Well-BeingDigital Well-Being IndexSnap's Digital Well-Being Index highlights Gen Z's attitudes and perceptions about life online.Information for Law EnforcementSnap is committed to assisting law enforcement while respecting the privacy and rights of our users.
Financial SextortionWe work with industry experts and non-governmental agencies to provide resources and support to Snapchatters.Combating Illicit DrugsWe work with industry experts and non-governmental agencies to provide resources and support to Snapchatters.Report a Safety ConcernIf you ever experience harassment, bullying, or any other safety concern, you can always report it right to us.Report an Underage AccountLearn how to report an account you believe is under the minimum age to use Snapchat (including under 13).
Transparency
Transparency ReportTransparency ReportTwice a year, we publish transparency reports to provide insight and visibility into the nature and volume of content and accounts reported to us.
ResourcesGlossaryDefinitions of commonly used terms, policies, and operational practices discussed in our transparency report. Ads GalleryFind European Union and Turkiye ads that delivered in the last 12 months and commercial content that’s live right now.ResearchersFor EU DSA Research Requests.Election IntegrityOverview of Snap's approach to safeguarding the integrity of elections around the world.
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Researcher Data Access Instructions
Researcher Data Access Requests under DSA Article 40(4)
If you are a researcher with non-commercial purposes and wish to request access to Snapchat data in accordance with EU Digital Services Act (DSA) Article 40(4), you can submit your research request by using the DSA Data Access Portal which is maintained by the European Commission.
Once a Data Access Request has been submitted through the DSA Data Access Portal, the Request will be reviewed and vetted by the Dutch Digital Services Coordinator. Once approved the Request will be forwarded to Snap.
Please note that only Data Access Requests submitted through the above Portal and reviewed and approved by the Digital Services Coordinator will be processed.
Researcher Data Access Requests under DSA Article 40(12)
If you are a researcher with non-commercial purposes and wish to request access to Snapchat data in accordance with EU Digital Services Act (DSA) Article 40(12), you can submit your data access request to the following email address: DSA-Researcher-Access[at]snapchat.com
We will then connect with you to validate eligibility criteria to process your request.
Snap Data Catalog for Requests under DSA Article 40(4) and Article 40(12)
Below please find a description of the Data Assets that may be accessed along with their data structure and metadata:
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Spotlight Content
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User Identifier
- Submission Date
- Country
- Engagement Data
- Content ID
- Public Link
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Public Story Content
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Country
- User Identifier
- Submission Date
- Content ID
- Public Link
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Map Story Content
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Content ID
- User Identifier
- Submission Date
- Country
- Engagement Data
- Public Link
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Spotlight Comments
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Content ID
- Submission Date
- Comment String
- User Identifier
- Country
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Public Profile data
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User Identifier
- Engagement Data
- Public Link
Modality of Data Access for Requests under DSA Article 40(4) and Article 40(12)
Snap will provide a pdf document or a protected cloud storage link for data access.
Snap Point of Contact
For any questions related to this process researcher can contact us via the following email address: DSA-Researcher-Access[at]snapchat.com
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