Alexis Kestler
Seeing Snapchat error code SS06 when you try to log in? Don‘t panic – I‘ve got you covered. As a tech geek who eats, sleeps and breathes social media, I‘ll walk you step-by-step through how to get your account back up and running in no time.
What is Snapchat Error SS06?
The SS06 error pops up when Snapchat detects "suspicious activity" on your account, or if you‘ve entered the wrong login credentials too many times.
As a security precaution, Snapchat responds by temporarily disabling accounts that look compromised. I know, it‘s annoying when you‘re locked out for no good reason!
Before Troubleshooting: Verify Snapchat is Working
Before trying fixes, check if Snapchat is down altogether. Major outages do happen, even to big apps like Snapchat.
Visit Downdetector or search Twitter for "Snapchat down." If you see a spike in reports, you‘ll have to wait until service is restored.
If Snapchat is up, the SS06 issue lies with your account specifically. Time to roll up your sleeves and get debugging!
Fix 1: Unlock Your Account via the Snapchat Website
The quickest way to lift an erroneous SS06 ban is requesting an account unlock on Snapchat‘s website.
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Log into your Snapchat account with your username and password.
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Click the big yellow Unlock button.
And voila! This immediately restores access across all your devices.
Fix 2: Switch Networks or Turn Off VPN
Connection issues can mistakenly trigger SS06 bans. Let‘s rule that out:
On WiFi? Switch to mobile data. On mobile? Connect to a WiFi network.
Using a VPN? Turn it off completely.
Then force quit and relaunch Snapchat to refresh your network connection.
On Android:
- Open Settings > Apps > Snapchat
- Force Stop the app
- Launch Snapchat again
On iPhone:
- Double tap the Home button to open the app switcher
- Swipe up on Snapchat to close it
- Tap the Snapchat icon to relaunch the app
This reconnects Snapchat and syncs the lifted ban status across networks.
Fix 3: Unroot Your Android Device
Heads up Android users: Rooted devices get auto-banned from Snapchat.
If your phone is rooted, you‘ll need to unroot it and delete any unauthorized third-party apps or plugins.
Better yet, do a full factory reset to give your phone a clean slate. This wipes out any hacked files messing with Snapchat.
You can also reinstall Snapchat after unrooting – this clears out any corrupted cached data. The latest Snapchat version will download.
Fix 4: Contact Snapchat Support
If you‘ve tried the above and still see SS06, reach out to Snapchat Support directly:
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Go to support.snapchat.com
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Select "I think my account was compromised"
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Enter your account email and details of the issue
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Wait for Snapchat‘s response via email
It may take a few days – but stay patient. If Snapchat finds the restriction was unwarranted, they can manually restore your account.
Useful Snapchat Resources:
Why Does Error SS06 Happen?
Snapchat issues the SS06 ban for two main reasons:
Suspicious activity – If Snapchat detects shady behavior like hacking attempts, they‘ll block you as a precaution.
Too many login attempts – Entering the wrong password repeatedly can also trigger an SS06 ban.
But sometimes, the ban is simply…a mistake.
Snapchat Account Security and Compromise Statistics
How common are Snapchat security mishaps anyway? Let‘s look at the numbers:
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Over 25 million Snapchat accounts were compromised in a major hack in 2013. (Source)
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An estimated 15 million Snapchat accounts are on the dark web from various data breaches. (Source)
| Year | Snapchat Accounts Hacked |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 51 million |
| 2020 | 32 million |
| 2019 | 49 million |
As you can see, Snapchat hacks are rampant! Always use strong unique passwords and two-factor authentication to keep your account secure.
Expert Tips to Avoid Snapchat SS06 Lockouts
Based on my technical know-how, here are my top tips for dodging erroneous SS06 bans:
✔️ Use a password manager – it generates strong, random passwords for each account.
✔️ Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) in Snapchat‘s settings. This adds an extra layer of security when logging in.
✔️ Beware of phishing emails and links pretending to be from Snapchat. They‘re trying to steal your password!
✔️ Don‘t download mods and third-party Snapchat apps. These break Snapchat‘s terms of service.
✔️ Log out of public computers and devices when you‘re done using Snapchat.
✔️ Monitor your account through Snapchat‘s privacy settings. You‘ll get notifications of suspicious logins.
✔️ If your password is exposed in a data breach, change it immediately. Use HaveIBeenPwned to check.
✔️ Contact Snapchat support ASAP if your account is hacked or disabled. The quicker you act, the better!
Parting Words
Well, there you have it – everything you need to know to troubleshoot error SS06 and get back into Snapchat!
I hope you found this guide helpful. Don‘t let a pesky ban keep you from your Snapstreaks.
As a fellow Snapchat fan, I know how frustrating technical issues can be. But stay calm, follow the steps here, and you‘ll be snapping again in no time.
Let me know if you have any other questions – I‘m always happy to help a friend in need!
