What does PM mean on Snapchat?

If you’re avid user of Snapchat, or any other social media app, you might have come across the popular acronym ‘PM.’ But what does it mean? Here’s everything to know.

Snapchat is still one of the most popular social media apps out there, thanks to its variety of different unique features like disappearing messages, filters, stories, and more.

While using the multimedia instant messaging platform, you have probably encountered a number of different slang terms and acronyms, whether that’s in snaps, or in the captions of stories.

You might have come across the term ‘PM’ on Snapchat at some point, whether that’s in uppercase or lowercase. But if you aren’t sure what it means, here’s everything you need to know.

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PM meaning on Snapchat

On Snapchat, PM usually stands for ‘Private Message.’ This feature allows users to send direct and private messages to each other, separate from their public stories or snaps. When you send a PM to someone on a social media app, it’s a one-to-one conversation between you and the recipient.

Of course, there are many ways to use this acronym. For example, if a friend shares a public story about going through a tough time, you might send them a snap saying, “I’m here for you. PM me if you need to talk.” This offers a private space for more personal and sensitive conversations.

Alternatively, if you’re organizing an event or a meetup and don’t want to share the details publicly, you might post a story saying, “Party at my place this Saturday! PM me for the address.”

While it’s commonly found on Snapchat, this term is by no means exclusive to the app, and you might see it across other platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, WhatsApp, and more.

If there are any other terms and phrases you don’t know the meaning of, you can check out our guide here to learn all about Snapchat’s most popular slang.