What is Snapchat really used for?

Snapchat is a mobile messaging application used to share photos, videos, text, and drawings.

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It's free to download the app and free to send messages using it.

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It has become hugely popular in a very short space of time, especially with young people.

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the messages disappear from the recipient’s phone after a few seconds.

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Snapchat has another nifty feature that contributes to its popularity; a simple drawing tool.

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