How to Report a Hacked Social Media Account and Recover It
A hacked social media account can be a nightmare, especially if the hacker is posting harmful content or locking you out. In this guide, we’ll show you how to report and recover a hacked account on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and more.
🔹 Signs Your Social Media Account Has Been Hacked
If you notice any of these, your account might be compromised:
✅ Unfamiliar logins from unknown devices or locations
✅ Strange messages or posts sent from your account
✅ Password changed without your knowledge
✅ You are locked out of your account
✅ New friends or followers that you didn’t add
If any of these happen, act quickly to secure your account!
🔹 Immediate Steps to Take
1️⃣ Try Logging In – If you can still access your account, immediately change your password and enable two-factor authentication (2FA).
2️⃣ Check Your Email – Look for security alerts from the platform. If you received a password reset email you didn’t request, follow the recovery steps.
3️⃣ Remove Unauthorized Devices – Most platforms let you log out from all devices. If you can still access your settings, do this immediately.
4️⃣ Check for Linked Emails & Phones – Hackers may have added their own email or phone number. Remove any suspicious accounts.
If you’re locked out, follow the platform-specific recovery steps below.
🔹 How to Report and Recover a Hacked Account on Popular Platforms
- Go to Facebook’s Hacked Account Recovery page.
- Click “My Account is Compromised”.
- Follow the steps to verify your identity and recover your account.
- Once recovered, change your password and enable 2FA.
📌 Tip: If the hacker changed your email, check for a Facebook email alert and undo the change.
- Open the Instagram app and tap “Get help logging in”.
- Enter your username, email, or phone number.
- Choose “Need More Help?” and follow the recovery steps.
- If you can’t recover it, visit Instagram’s Help Center.
📌 Tip: If the hacker changed your email, look for an email from Instagram allowing you to reverse the change.
🔸 Twitter/X
- Visit Twitter’s account recovery page.
- Click “Help with a hacked account” and follow the steps.
- If you can log in, change your password and revoke suspicious apps.
📌 Tip: Check Connected Apps under Settings to remove suspicious third-party access.
🔸 TikTok
- Open the TikTok app and tap “Forgot password?”
- Enter your email or phone number.
- If locked out, go to TikTok’s Support Page and report your hacked account.
📌 Tip: Enable 2FA and login alerts to prevent future attacks.
- Go to LinkedIn’s Account Recovery.
- Enter your email or phone number and follow the instructions.
- If you can’t log in, submit a support request with an ID verification.
📌 Tip: If the hacker sent spam messages, inform your connections.
🔸 Snapchat
- Visit Snapchat’s Help Center.
- Click “I think my account was hacked” and follow the steps.
- If locked out, submit a support request.
📌 Tip: Remove any suspicious linked devices once recovered.
🔹 How to Prevent Future Hacks
🔒 Use Strong Passwords – Avoid using common passwords like “123456” or “password”. Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.
🔒 Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – Add an extra layer of security by requiring a verification code to log in.
🔒 Beware of Phishing Scams – Never click suspicious links in emails or messages claiming to be from social media platforms.
🔒 Monitor Account Activity – Regularly check login history and remove unknown devices.
🔒 Keep Your Email Secure – Your email is the key to your accounts. Use a strong password and enable 2FA.
🔹 Final Thoughts
Getting hacked can be stressful, but acting fast can help you recover your account and protect your data. Follow the steps above and secure your accounts to prevent future hacks.
💬 Have you ever had a hacked account? How did you recover it? Share your experience in the comments!