This article explains how to open a Snapchat message without the sender knowing. Instructions apply to both iOS and Android devices.
How to View a Snap Without Opening It (How to Open a Snapchat Without It Saying Opened)
The following instructions work for photo and video snaps and chat messages. It is important to follow these steps exactly as they are written.
Open the Chat tab to view your list of conversations.
If the snap or chat hasn’t fully loaded, wait for it to load. Once it’s loaded, you should see a label that says New Snap or New Chat under your friend’s name.