Snapchat bans anonymous messaging from third-party apps

As per The Verge, the change comes after a lawsuit last year sought to hold Snapchat liable for misuse of its platform linked to the death of a teenager who was being bullied on two Snapchat-connected apps.

Washington: After facing a lot of criticism for not taking its abuse and harassment policies seriously, Snapchat has now banned anonymous messaging features from third-party apps that integrate with its platform.

As per The Verge, the change comes after a lawsuit last year sought to hold Snapchat liable for misuse of its platform linked to the death of a teenager who was being bullied on two Snapchat-connected apps.

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“While we know that most Snapchatters used these anonymous integrations in fun, engaging, and entirely appropriate ways, we believe some users might be more prone to engage in harmful behaviour — such as bullying or harassment — if they have the shroud of anonymity,” the company said in a blog post.

Snapchat has also stated that “it will require friend-finding or meetup apps in its developer program to be restricted to people 18 and older to protect young users.”