Snapchat update breaks dark mode app icon on iOS devices

If you’ve noticed your Snapchat app icon no longer matches your iPhone’s dark mode theme after the latest update, you’re not alone. Users have taken to Reddit and X to vent their frustration about this sudden change. I’ve experienced it myself on my iPhone, and it’s honestly annoying to see that bright yellow icon clashing with my carefully curated dark mode setup.

The issue seems to have started with Snapchat version 18.2. After updating, the app icon reverted to its default yellow design, even for users who previously enjoyed a dark mode-compatible icon. This change has left many scrambling to figure out if it’s a bug, a design oversight, or something else entirely. Some users speculate this might be an attempt to push Snapchat+ subscriptions, but so far, there’s no official word from Snapchat about what’s causing the problem.

Here’s a screenshot that shows the bugged icon:

Scrolling through Reddit, it’s clear this isn’t an isolated issue. One post has gained hundreds of upvotes, with comments echoing similar frustrations. “It’s driving me crazy,” one user wrote, while another joked, “They want you to buy snap+ 🗿🗿I wouldn’t be surprised.” Others are holding out hope that this is just a temporary glitch that will be patched in a future update.

For now, there’s no known fix, but if the dark mode icon is a dealbreaker for you, you might want to hold off on updating. If you’ve already updated, you’re stuck with the yellow icon until Snapchat rolls out another update or offers an explanation. Lastly, if you’re a Snapchat+ subscriber, just pick a dark icon for the time being. Fingers crossed they address this soon — because let’s face it, no one asked for this bright splash of color to ruin their aesthetic.