How to Recover a Hacked Facebook Account (Step-by-Step Guide)

Losing access to your Facebook account due to hacking can be frustrating. Hackers may change your password, email, or even post inappropriate content. The good news is that Facebook provides multiple ways to recover a hacked account. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the exact steps to get your account back.

🔹 Signs Your Facebook Account Has Been Hacked

Before you start the recovery process, check if your account has been compromised:

✔ Unusual activity (messages/posts you didn’t create)

✔ Login attempts from unknown locations or devices

✔ Password or email changed without your consent

✔ Friends receiving spam messages from you

✔ Your profile name or picture has been changed

If you notice any of these signs, act quickly to secure your account!

🔹 Step 1: Try Logging In Using Your Old Password

Before starting the recovery process, try logging in with your old credentials. If you can still access your account, immediately change your password and review recent activity.

How to Change Your Facebook Password:

Go to Settings & Privacy > Settings
Click Security and Login
Under Login, click Change password
Enter your current password and a new strong password
Click Save changes

✔ Tip: Use a strong password with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.

🔹 Step 2: Use Facebook’s Hacked Account Recovery Page

If you can’t log in, Facebook provides a dedicated recovery page for hacked accounts.

How to Recover a Hacked Facebook Account:

Go to Facebook’s recovery page: https://www.facebook.com/hacked
Click My Account is Compromised
Enter your email, phone number, or full name
Follow the on-screen instructions to verify your identity
Reset your password and regain access

✔ Tip: If your email was changed, try using your phone number instead.

🔹 Step 3: Reset Your Password Using Trusted Contacts (If Available)

If you enabled Trusted Contacts on Facebook, you can ask your selected friends to help recover your account.

How to Recover Facebook Using Trusted Contacts:

Go to the Facebook login page
Click Forgot password?
Enter your email or phone number
Click No longer have access to these?
Enter a new email or phone number
Select Reveal My Trusted Contact
Ask your trusted contacts to visit https://www.facebook.com/recover and get the security code for you
Use the security code to reset your password and log in

✔ Tip: Make sure your trusted contacts are real friends you can reach quickly.

🔹 Step 4: Report Your Account as Fake If It’s Completely Taken Over

If hackers have changed your email and phone number, report your account as fake to Facebook.

How to Report a Hacked Facebook Account:

Visit https://www.facebook.com/help/contact/260749603972907
Enter your account details and explain the issue
Upload proof of identity (such as an ID if required)
Submit your request and wait for Facebook’s response

✔ Tip: Facebook’s response time varies, so check your email regularly for updates.

🔹 Step 5: Secure Your Facebook Account After Recovery

Once you regain access, secure your account to prevent future hacking.

✅ Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Go to Settings & Privacy > Settings

Click Security and Login
Scroll down to Use Two-Factor Authentication
Select Text Message (SMS) or an Authentication App
Follow the steps to activate 2FA

✔ Tip: Use an authentication app like Google Authenticator or Authy for better security.

✅ Review Devices and Log Out Suspicious Ones

Go to Settings > Security and Login
Under Where You’re Logged In, check for unknown devices
Click Log Out on any suspicious login

✅ Update Your Recovery Information

✔ Add a secondary email and phone number for recovery

✔ Review authorized apps and remove unknown ones

✔ Be cautious of phishing emails pretending to be Facebook

📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does it take to recover a hacked Facebook account?

✔ It depends on the situation. If you can access your email, recovery is quick. If you need Facebook support, it may take a few days.

2. What if the hacker changed my email and phone number?

✔ Go to Facebook’s hacked account page and report your account as compromised.

3. Can I recover my Facebook account without an email or phone number?

✔ Yes! If you set up Trusted Contacts, you can recover your account using their help. Otherwise, you may need to submit ID verification to Facebook.

4. How do I prevent my Facebook account from being hacked again?

✔ Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

✔ Use a strong, unique password

✔ Avoid clicking on suspicious links

📝 Final Thoughts

Recovering a hacked Facebook account can be stressful, but by following the steps above, you can regain access and secure your account. Always enable two-factor authentication and be cautious of phishing scams to protect your account from future attacks.

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