Think of Snap Score as a “participation counter.” Every snap sent or received counts as one point. Stories add points too, though not always consistently. If you’re inactive for a while, your next activity often gives a noticeable boost—that’s the “mystery jumps” people see. Chats, typing, or viewing snaps don’t add anything. It’s Snapchat’s way of rewarding engagement without revealing the full formula. They’ve never released an official breakdown, which is why people argue about the small details.
