How to Know If a Boy Likes You On Snapchat: The Telling Signs

Is your crush flirting with you over Snap? Here’s what to look for

Co-authored by John Keegan and Aly Rusciano

Last Updated: September 2, 2025 Fact Checked

If you’ve been chatting it up with your crush on Snapchat, you might be wondering if he likes you back. Luckily, there are lots of ways he can flirt and show his interest, and we happen to know all the tricks up his sleeve! We’ve put together a list of all the most common signs to look out for, so keep reading to find out if a guy is really into you on Snapchat.

How to Tell if a Guy Likes You Over Snapchat

He responds to your stories and quickly replies to your messages.
He replays your Snaps and limits the time on his so you’ll replay them.
He initiates Snap conversations and sends more Snaps than you do.
He sends you private Snaps, including attractive pics of himself.
He playfully teases you and gives you compliments.

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He checks and responds to your Story.

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He’ll look and reply if he wants to stay updated on your life. If you’re always posting Snaps to your Story, take a peek to see if his name is on the list of people who looked at it. If his name is one of the first to pop up after you post your Story, it’s a sign he wants to know you better. He may even send you a message referencing what you posted since it’s a really easy way for him to start a conversation.^{[1]
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- Try to post cute selfies or fun pictures of what you’re doing so he’s more likely to reply to them.
- Reader Poll: We asked 289 wikiHow readers to tell us what it meant if someone interacts with a bunch of your social media posts, and 70% said it’s a sign that they like you. [Take Poll] You heard it here first—if they’re liking everything you post, that could send a major signal.

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He replays your Snaps.

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A guy will want to see your Snaps again if he wants a good look at you. Snapchat has a cool feature that lets people watch your Snaps one more time; plus, you’re notified if they do it! Scroll through your Snap History with your guy. Your Snaps will say “replayed” next to them if your crush watched them again.
- If you want to be a real flirt, shorten the time limit on your Snaps so he only sees them for a few seconds. That forces him to replay your Snaps so he can get a better view.

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He initiates and sends Snaps first.

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If he sends you the first pic, he wants to get to know you better. When a boy is crushing on you, he’ll do what he can to reach out before you do and act a little flirty. If you’re always getting notifications from a guy but you haven’t even Snapped him yet, he’s trying to get your attention and chat with you.
- It’s okay for you to send the first Snap every now and then if you want to show that you’re into him, too!

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He sends more Snaps than you do.

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A lot of Snaps from a guy could mean he’s excited to talk to you. When a boy likes you, he’ll show off his life to make him look like an interesting person. Open the chat with your crush and count how many times he Snaps you compared to how often you Snap him. If he’s sent more or if you have a pretty even balance in the conversation, it may be because he’s trying to flirt.^{[2]
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- Are you also into him? Don’t hesitate to send him lots of Snaps, too! This is a great way to flirt and show you’re interested.

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He sends you Snaps that no one else sees.

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You won’t find the Snaps he shares with you on his Story. If a guy also posts a Snap in his stories or shares it in a group chat, then he’s sending it to a lot of people. If he sends you a Snap directly, then you know that it was meant for your eyes only. He’ll probably keep Snaps between the two of you private if he wants to make you feel special and let you know he’s crushing on you, too.^{[3]
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- Follow suit if you like him back. It’s okay to start the conversation first to get the ball rolling!

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He sends attractive pictures of himself.

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If you only see pics of a guy looking his best, he’s trying to show off. When a guy wants to stay friends, he’ll likely send some unflattering pictures from time to time. If you notice that his Snaps always have really good lighting or show off his best features, he’s taking some extra time to pose and look good for you.^{[4]
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- Guys will also try to show off by sending you something cool that they’re doing, like hanging out at the beach or working out.
- Impress him with your own outrageously gorgeous photo to show that you care about what he thinks about you too.

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He adds a lot of doodles or text to his Snaps.

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While he’ll send normal pictures most of the time, pay attention if your crush adds drawings, stickers, filters, and text. When you open a Snap from your crush, take note of everything that he’s added to make the picture unique. He’ll make goofy drawings or write a really thoughtful message on the Snap to put you in a good mood if he’s really interested.

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He puts a short time limit on his Snaps.

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His Snap may last a few seconds if he wants you to reply or replay it. If you open a Snap and you barely get a glimpse of the picture before it disappears, the guy might have done it on purpose. Since he’ll think you want another look at him, he’s trying to get you to watch the Snap again or message him asking about it. That way, he has a really easy way to start a conversation.
- Lean into it if you like him back! Replay his stories to say, “Yeah, I like what I see.”

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He quickly replies to your messages.

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Your guy may be really eager to have a conversation and get to know you. When you send a Snap or a message on Snapchat, keep the app open and see if he responds right away. If he’s really excited when he sees the notification from you, he’ll likely check it almost immediately and write something back.^{[5]
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- If the guy’s busy when you send him a Snap, he might not be able to answer it right away, so don’t fret! This isn’t a foolproof sign, but it’s definitely something to keep an eye out for.

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He gives you compliments.

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He’ll want to flatter you and make you feel good if he likes you. He may give you compliments in your chat conversation or say them directly in a Snap’s caption. When he says something that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside, he’s trying to make you feel good, and it’s a sign that he likes you more than a friend.
- Try giving him a few compliments back so he knows you’re into him too! He might say something like, “You look so good right now!” or “That was amazing! You’re always so impressive!” So, you could respond with, “I bet I don’t look as good as you,” or “Please! I couldn't have reached my goal without your support!”
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Return the favor with a compliment about his character. Try to stay away from physical traits when you can. Instead, focus on your crush’s attitude and personality. Maybe you like his humor or positivity—don’t be afraid to tell him so!

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He playfully teases you.

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If a guy pokes fun at your pics or messages, it may be because he’s into you. Some guys try to tell jokes or indirectly flirt with a sarcastic comment. When he says something funny in response to one of your Snaps, he’s showing off his sense of humor and trying to push your buttons to see if you’re playful in response.^{[6]
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- For example, if you take a Snap of you bowling, he might say something like, “I bet I could beat you 😉” or “Wow, those bowling shoes look soooo good on you haha.”
- If you like him back, play into his playfulness! Don’t be afraid to toss around a flirt or silly comment of your own.

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He never acts too sleazy.

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A boy who really likes you will often take it really slow and have conversations to get to know who you are. He might get a little flirty with his messages, but he won’t push any of your boundaries. When a guy asks for intimate pictures or sends racy messages, he might not be Snapping you for the right reasons.^{[7]
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Think twice before sending any racy or intimate pictures over Snapchat. Even though Snapchat pics have a time limit and notify you when someone takes a screenshot, they could still be shared around.^{[8]
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