India, Feb. 25 -- While Instagram, Facebook and other social media platforms have all emulated the 24-hour story format, Snapchat was the OG platform that first pioneered this feature. With around 800 million (reported) active users monthly, it remains one of the most widely used apps for connecting with friends. What makes Snapchat fun and addictive is its story feature, which helps people keep track of their contacts' whereabouts. However, there are times when we want to check on people without making it obvious and browse secretly. But can you view someone's Snapchat stories anonymously? Find out in our guide.

When it comes to viewing stories, Snapchat follows guidelines similar to those of Instagram. When a user views your story, the...