Facebook account hacked how to recover

There are a quite few indicators that show that your Facebook has been hacked, most of which are easy to notice and occur within a short time from the hack. The most painful, though, is trying to access your Facebook account only to find that you have been locked out.

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Another indicator that your Facebook has been hacked is when your info changes: if someone changes your photo, birth date, location, etc. Sometimes, you'll hear from family and friends, who may call you up and inform you that they've been getting rather odd messages from "you". Sometimes, Facebook itself, depending on your login notifications settings, alerts you with a message saying that another device is accessing your account and asking whether you consider it legitimate.

If your Facebook account has been hacked, here are 10 solutions you can try to recover and secure your account:

1. **Follow the Facebook Account Recovery Page Step**

- In order to begin the process of recovery, visit [facebook.com/hacked](https://www.facebook.com/hacked) that Facebook uses to guide you through the steps to secure your account and regain access to it.

2. **Reset Your Password**

- On the login page, click "Forgotten password?" For instructions, follow the prompts to reset your password. The hacker will text or email a code to the registered device.

3. **Use Trusted Contacts**

- If you've previously set trusted contacts, you can ask these to help you to recover your account. Go to that account recovery page and choose "No longer have access to these?" to be able to use this option.

4. **Check Your Email for Facebook Security Alerts**

- When Facebook finds unusual activity, it generates a security alert to send you an email. Kindly check your inbox for any instructions on securing your account. You may also look in your "spam" and "junk" folders.

5. **Check the Passwords on Other Accounts**

- After logging into Facebook, navigate to Settings > Security and Login > Where You're Logged In. This will provide you a comprehensive rundown of all devices that have recently accessed your account. If there is anything unfamiliar, log them out immediately.

6. **Secure Your Email Account**

- Since hackers may have also accessed your email, change your email password first. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for an additional layer of security with your email.

7. **Change Your Facebook Password**

- As soon as you regain access to your account, change your password to something strong and unique.

8. **Look for Suspicious Changes in Your Account**

- Verify whether the hacker has made any changes to your Facebook account settings that include adding a new email or phone number, and changing your password, and roll back any unauthorized changes.

9. **Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**

- Set up two-factor authentication on your Facebook account. This means that anytime you log in, in addition to entering your password, you'll need to enter a verification code.

10. Report the Hack to Facebook.

In case you spot anything that is incompatible with your usual habits and cannot recover the account, open your Facebook Help Center page and report the hacking incident in the format provided.

Some **Facebook security tips** to access your account securely.

1. **Use a Strong Password**

- Use a strong, unique password with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols. Do not set something easily guessable, like the name or birthdate.

2. **Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**

- Use a two-factor authentication (2FA) process in the security settings to add another layer of protection. It will send a verification code to your mobile number or email every time you log in from an unfamiliar device.

3. **Be Careful of Third-Party Apps**

- Limit and review third-party apps connected to your Facebook account by revoking access to any apps you no longer use or trust from the "Apps and Websites" under Settings.

4. **Check for Suspicious Activity on Your Account**

- Regularly check your "Login Activity" to see if there are signs of anyone accessing your account, accessible through Settings > Security and Login > Where You're Logged In.

5. **Keep Your Email and Phone Number Updated**

- Keep it up-to-date, so it is easier to recover the account if you get locked out or if there is some suspicious activity.

6. **Scheme of Phishing**

- Do not fall for any phony message or link that appears to be from a Facebook source. Always check upon the schemes of scammers, and do not click on links about which you have doubts. Facebook never asks for your password through email.

7. **Privacy Settings Review on Regular Basis**

- Over time, check the privacy settings and make any adjustments needed to ensure who can see your posts, friend list, or other personal info. Sharing your posts with "Friends" or "Only Me" would help add privacy.

8. **Log Out from Any Shared Device**

- Always log out from Facebook when you use public or shared computers/devices. You may also wish to use the "Log Out of All Sessions" featur in your security settings for peace of mind

9. Set Up Login Alerts

Configure login alerts to advise you when your account is accessed from a new device or location. This enables quick recognition of unauthorized access.

10. Use Trusted Contacts for Account Recovery

Add trusted contacts in case you get locked out of your account; these friends can help you recover your account if you're unable to access it.

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Here are some commonly frequently asked questions (FAQ) about hacking Facebook account recovery:

1. **How do I know if my Facebook account was hacked?**

- You may know that your account has been hacked when you find a post you hadn't written, a message you didn't send, changes to your own password, the email about login attempts that you did not make, besides no longer having access to the email address or phone number.

2. **What should I do if I got hacked on Facebook?**

- Visit [facebook.com/hacked](https://www.facebook.com/hacked) and follow Facebook's guide to recover your account. This is the most effective way to secure your account.

3. **What if I cannot log in to my Facebook account because the password has been changed?**

- You must use the "Forgot Password?" button at the Facebook login page working. The rest is in that Facebook will help you by sending a reset link to your registered email or phone number to regain access.

4. **What if the hacker changed my email address?**

- Go to the section called "Forgot Password?" and click on the button that states "No longer have access to these?". Try recovering by means of a phone number or trusted contacts used by a hacker.

5. **How can I see if someone is logged in on my account?**

- Go to Settings > Security and Login > Where You Are Logged In. There will be a list of devices and locations accessing your account; you should log out of any unfamiliar session.

6. **What if the hacker enabled two-factor authentication?**

- If the hacker has enabled two-factor authentication, use the password recovery tool. Click on "Forgot Password" and provide information on either email or SMS.

7. **Can I recover my Facebook account if I don’t have access to my email or phone number?**

- Yes. During the recovery process, you can use your trusted contacts to help you recover your account. If you haven’t set up trusted contacts yet, then Facebook will show you other recovery methods.

8.**What do I do if I can’t restore my account the usual way?**

- If you’re unable to recover the account with the standard recovery process, go to the Facebook Help Center and contact support. You may be asked to prove your identity with an ID or other personal details.

9.**What are the different ways to avoid future hacking attacks on my Facebook account?**

- Once you’ve recovered your account, change your password to a more secure one, set your account with two-factor authentication (2FA), check the connected apps and review your privacy settings to secure your account.

10. **How do I report a hacked Facebook account to Facebook?**

- If you have tried recovering your account and still cannot gain access, you should go to Facebook’s Help Center and report the account as hacked. You will be provided with more specific steps to verify your identity and recover your account.