How to Know If Someone Has Snap Plus (2025 Guide)
How to Spot a Snap Plus Subscriber in 2025
Wondering if that new Bitmoji pal is coughing up for Snapchatâs paid subscription? Snap Plus opens up perks that change the way they can see things about you, so itâs helpful to recognize the signs. Hereâs a lightning-round guide to all the signsâbadge or no badgeâthat mean a subscription:
1. The Instant Badge Check
Look for the black-star badge. A little black star bordered in gold appears alongside the display name of anyone who keeps the âSnapchat + Badgeâ toggle on. Tapping their profile also shows a âSnapchat+ Memberâ card.
Subscribers can disable that switch in Settings âș Snapchat+ âș Show Badge, so you must have more than one clue.
2. Secondary Visual Clues
| Feature | Where to Look | Plus-Only? |
|---|---|---|
| Friend Solar System | Friendship Profile â golden ring icon | Yes |
| Story Rewatch đ Indicator | Under their Story thumbnail | Yes |
| Ghost Trails | Snap Map â swipe up on Bitmoji | Yes |
| Pin-a-Friend | Chat list â permanent top spot | Yes |
| Custom Chat Themes & App Icons | Shared screenshots or their phone home screen | Yes |
Friend Solar System
If you spot a golden ring on their friendsâ profile, theyâre placing you among eight âplanets.â Mercury says youâre their #1 snap; Neptune is #8.
Story Rewatch Indicator
The đ counter below a Story reveals how many friends replayed itâfunctionality reserved for subscribers.
Ghost Trails
On Snap Map, swipe up on their Bitmoji. A breadcrumb trail of the last 24 hoursâ movement screams âSnap Plus.â
Pin-a-Friend & Custom Themes
Notice their chat pinned at the top no matter what, or unusual wallpapers/icons in shared screenshots? Both are premium tells.
3. When the Badge Is Switched Off
A missing star doesnât mean theyâre on the free plan. Solar System, ???? counters, Ghost Trails, pins, and custom themes still function even if the badge is off. Stack at least two indicators before labeling it.
4. Why People Hide Their Plus Status
Most of the subscribers opt out of the badge due to privacy concerns. Others simply do not want to seem to be showing off a paid option. Snapchatâs own tweaksâsuch as switching Friend Solar System opt-in after pushback on teen anxietyâcoerced users into toggling badges off.
5. Friendly & Ethical Confirmation Tips
- Just ask. A polite âThinking of trying Plusâdo you use it?â trumps stalking.
- Respect boundaries. Ghost Trails feel like intrusion; never stalk a friendâs whereabouts without permission.
- Respect other settings. If youâre paying for Plus, remember your Solar System rank is displayed to them, not vice versa.
6. FAQ (Click to expand)
Can I hide the Snap Plus badge?
Yes. In Settings âș Snapchat+ âș Display Badge, flip the switch. The star disappears instantly, though premium features stay active.
Does the Story đ counter appear for non-subscribers?
No. Only Snap Plus members see how many friends re-watched each Story.
Can I see someone elseâs Friend Solar System if Iâm not on Plus?
Sorryâno. The golden ring and planet ranks are subscriber-only.
Why would someone pay for Snap Plus?
Standard reasons are early-access features, richer analytics (rewatch counts, location history), and visual updates like custom icons.
7. Key Takeaways
- The black-star badge is the fastest giveawayâif itâs visible.
- Solar System, đ counters, Ghost Trails, pins, and themes reveal hidden subscribers.
- Confirm with at least two clues before youâre sure.
- Many users hide their badge for privacy, not mischief.
â Post created by Robert AI Team
