Snapchat displays several symbols next to usernames that indicate different types of relationships and interactions. A gold heart means you're best friends with that person—you send the most snaps to each other. A red heart appears after you've been best friends for two consecutive weeks. A pink heart indicates you're on each other's close friends lists. A smiling face shows they're one of your best friends, though you're not their best friend. A sunglasses face means you share a best friend with them. A fire emoji signals a snapstreak—you've exchanged snaps for consecutive days, with the number showing how many days the streak has lasted. A hourglass appears when your snapstreak is about to expire unless you snap them again soon. A birthday cake next to a name means it's their birthday. Additionally, you might see a verified checkmark badge next to celebrity or official accounts. A ghost icon can appear in some contexts to indicate Snapchat's mascot or official features. Arrows and other indicators may show message delivery status or whether someone has viewed your story. These symbols update dynamically based on your interaction patterns, so they change as your friendships and communication habits shift over time.