Snapchat is not deleting Memories outright but is implementing a new policy where users who store more than 5GB of Memories (photos and videos) will have to pay for additional storage. If users exceed this free 5GB limit and do not subscribe to one of Snapchat's new paid storage plans, their oldest Memories will be saved, but the more recent ones may be deleted to stay within the limit. Snapchat is giving affected users a 12-month temporary period to either subscribe or download their Memories before any deletion occurs. This policy change has caused significant backlash as many users rely on Memories to save years of photos and videos. Users can avoid fees by downloading their Memories to personal devices or subscribing to paid plans for extra storage options. Here are key details:
- Snapchat's free Memories storage is capped at 5GB.
- Paid plans start at $1.99/month for 100GB, with higher tiers for Snapchat+ and Platinum subscribers.
- A 12-month grace period is provided before deletion of over-limit Memories begins.
- Users can export/download their Memories to keep them without fees.
- Snapchat emphasizes the need for this payment to support infrastructure costs.
This shift from free to paid storage has stirred complaints but reflects a broader industry trend of monetizing cloud storage.
Therefore, it is true that Snapchat is planning to delete some Memories if users do not pay for extra storage after the 12-month grace period, but this applies only to users exceeding the new free 5GB limit.