If you’re a Snapchat user, you might have noticed a blinking ‘delivered’ sign after sending a message to someone.
Over the years,Snapchathas rolled out some features that have left users baffled, such as the popular Snapchat emojis, My AI, and the mysteriousyellow dotand green dot on Bitmojis.
Now, many Snapchatters have spotted a blinking or flashing ‘delivered’ sign on the platform after sending a direct message, and are wondering what it indicates.
Why is the ‘delivered’ sign flashing on Snapchat?
The flashing ‘delivered’ sign on Snapchat simply serves asa visual indicator that the sent content has successfully reached the recipient’s account.Other words like ‘received’, ‘opened’, and ‘new Snap’ also blink on the screen to indicate the completion of the action.
Back in October, users believed a rumor that the blinking effect means the recipient has the app open on their phone and is actively engaging with it. However, that’s not true.
The false info went viral when TikTokerashrhianna said in her video: “If you sent someone a Snapchat message and it’s flashing when it says ‘delivered,’ it means that they’re actively on the app using it.”
Her clip racked up over 2.6 million views, stirring a buzz in the comments section as viewers believed the statement. However, contrary to platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook, Snapchat does not offer a standard indicator to reveal when someone is actively online.
If you want to learn more about how to use Snapchat, you can check out some of our other guidesincludinghow to remove someone from your Snapchat best friends listandhow to make a public profile on Snapchat.
Kawter Abed is an Entertainment Writer on Dexerto’s UK team. She is a journalism graduate and provides expert coverage of viral news, TikTok trends, and YouTube creators. She is also a big fan of Nintendo games and Netflix shows. You can contact her at: kawter.abed@dexerto.com
