If you use Snapchat+, you might’ve seen something new on your friend’s profile—a little planet emoji next to their Bitmoji. Weird, right? That’s the Snapchat Solar System, a fun and private way to show how close you are with your friends on the app.
This new feature has confused and excited users at the same time. But don’t worry! In this post, we’ll explain what the Snapchat Solar System means, how it works, and what each planet stands for. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re a “Mars” and not “Mercury,” this guide is for you.
Let’s dive into the Snapchat galaxy together
How the Snapchat Solar System Works
You Are the Sun
If you’ve subscribed to Snapchat+, you become the Sun in your own Snapchat Solar System. The people you snap and chat with the most become the planets that orbit around you.
The closer a friend is to you (the Sun), the more you interact with them. This includes snaps, chats, video calls, and more. Snapchat picks your top eight friends and gives each one a planet based on how close you are to them.
This feature is only available to Snapchat+ users. So, if you don’t have Snapchat+, you won’t see the planets or your solar system.
Who Can See the Planets?
Only Snapchat+ users can see the full Solar System. When you tap on a friend’s Best Friends badge, it shows you what planet they are in your system.
Your friends won’t know what planet you gave them unless:
- They also have Snapchat+
- And they check their own profile to see where you are in their solar system
So, it’s pretty private. You don’t have to worry about others seeing how close you are to someone unless they’re really snooping.
What Each Planet in Snapchat Solar System Means
Snapchat uses the eight planets (sorry Pluto!) to show who your closest friends are. Here’s what each one means:
Mercury – Best Friend #1
If someone is Mercury in your Solar System, they are your top best friend on Snapchat. You chat and snap with them more than anyone else.
Venus – Very Close Friend
This person is second in line. You send each other a lot of snaps and messages, just a little less than Mercury.
Earth – Still Close
Earth means they’re still a close friend, but there may be others you talk to more often.
Mars – Chat Often
This friend is important, and you chat or snap often, but not daily.
Jupiter – You Talk Sometimes
You still keep in touch with this person, but the messages or snaps may only come every few days.
Saturn – Just Friends
You might chat every now and then. Maybe you send streaks or talk in a group, but it’s not regular.
Uranus – You Rarely Talk
You’ve connected on Snapchat, but you don’t talk much. Maybe just an occasional snap.
Neptune – Very Distant
This is your eighth closest friend. You barely interact with them. Maybe you’ve chatted once or twice.
Remember: The closer the planet is to the Sun, the more active the friendship. It’s a fun way to see who’s really in your Snapchat world.
Why Did Snapchat Create the Solar System?
Snapchat is all about private chats and close connections. Most other social media apps focus on likes, followers, or public posts. But Snapchat has always been different.
The Solar System helps show your strongest connections in a creative and private way. You don’t have to guess who your best friend is on the app—Snapchat shows you!
It’s also a fun, visual way to understand your friendships. Seeing your friend as Mars or Earth feels more playful than just reading a list. And let’s be honest—it’s kind of cool to have your own personal space system.
Can Your Friend’s Planet Change?
Yes! Your friends can move up or down in your Snapchat Solar System. These changes happen often and depend on how much you interact with each person.
How to Get a Friend Closer to the Sun
- Send them more snaps
- Chat with them often
- React to their stories
- Call or video chat them on Snapchat
- Keep a snap streak going
How a Friend Might Drift Away
- You stop sending snaps to them
- You start snapping someone else more
- They reply less or stop chatting
- They interact more with others than with you
So, just like real-life friendships, your digital closeness changes over time. If you want to be someone’s Mercury, keep the snaps flowing!
Best Friends vs. Friends on Snapchat
Snapchat uses two labels:
- Best Friends: You both snap each other a lot.
- Friends: You snap them more, or they snap you more. It’s not mutual.
The Snapchat Solar System uses both labels. Even if someone is not a Best Friend, they might still appear as a planet if you talk to them often.
But don’t take it too seriously. It’s just one small way Snapchat shows friendship. You could be super close with someone in real life and still be their Neptune on the app.
Snapchat+ and Why People Love It
The Snapchat Solar System is part of Snapchat+, the app’s paid version. This upgrade offers other cool features too, like:
- Custom app icons
- Story rewatch counts
- Ghost Trails (to see where friends were recently)
- Custom notification sounds
Snapchat+ users like it because it gives more info about their friends and how they use the app. The Solar System is one of the most loved features because it’s fun, private, and adds some mystery to your friendships.
Final Thoughts
Yes—if you like knowing where you stand with your friends, the Snapchat Solar System is a cool tool. It’s a light, fun way to see who’s most important in your Snapchat world.
It doesn’t mean everything, but it can say something. It helps you see your connections in a different way and maybe even reminds you to check in with old friends.
So, if you want to explore your social galaxy and see who’s orbiting closest to you, give Snapchat+ a try. It’s like your own little friendship map—right in your pocket.