On Snapchat, the most direct sign is the black star badge on their profile. If you see it next to their name, they likely have Snapchat+. But it’s optional, so many users hide it or never enable it.
Snap Map can give clues. Snapchat+ includes Ghost Trails, which shows movement history for friends who share location. If you see that kind of trail, it usually means they are subscribed.
Some Snapchat+ users show different UI elements like custom app icons or story rings. These changes can hint at a subscription. Still, it’s not reliable proof because normal updates or settings can look similar.
There is no guaranteed method. Snapchat does not publicly label all Snapchat+ users. Unless the star badge appears, you can only make educated guesses based on features.
Sometimes you notice small things like pinned best friends or early feature access. These are indirect signals. They suggest Snapchat+ but never confirm it fully.