How Can I Recover My Facebook Login If I Forgot the Password and No Longer Have Access to the Email I Used to Sign Up?

Introduction

If you are like most people, you probably depend on your Facebook account to stay in touch with family and friends, store your photos, play your favorite games, and more. Therefore, it can be scary to lose access to your account, especially if you no longer have access to the email you used to sign up. But, don’t worry, there are ways to recover your Facebook login. This guide helps walk you through the steps you can take to regain control of your account.

Go to the Facebook Login Page

Start by visiting the Facebook website and navigate to the login page. Below the login fields, click on “Forgot password?” This will take you to Facebook’s Find Your Account page, where you can begin the recovery process.

Here, you’ll be asked to enter the email address, phone number, username, or full name associated with your account. If you can’t remember which email you used, try typing in your phone number (if you ever linked one) or your Facebook username. Once you’ve entered your information, click “Search.”

Identify Your Account

Facebook will display a list of accounts that match the information you entered. Look for your profile in the list and confirm it’s yours by checking your name and profile photo.

If you can still access the phone number linked to the account, select that option to receive a password reset code via text message.

However, if you no longer have access to the phone number or email listed, click “No longer have access to these?” to move on to Facebook’s alternative recovery methods.

Use a Trusted Contact (If You Set One Up)

If you previously set up Trusted Contacts, Facebook allows them to help you recover your account.

You will be prompted to enter the full name of one of your trusted friends. Once confirmed, Facebook will display a recovery link that your trusted contact can access.

You will need to ask your friend to visit the special link and send you the recovery code shown on their screen. Once you receive all required codes from your trusted contacts, you can use them to regain access to your account and reset your password.

If you didn’t set up Trusted Contacts, continue to the next step.

Attempt Account Recovery Through Identity Verification

When no recovery options are available, contact Facebook by clicking here. Facebook may ask you to verify your identity. This involves submitting a photo of a government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport.

To do this, follow the on-screen prompts, upload a clear image of your ID, and provide a new email address or phone number where Facebook can reach you.

Facebook will review your request; this can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days. Once verified, they will send a recovery link to the new email address you provided. You can then create a new password and log back into your account.

Update Your Login Information

After regaining access, immediately go to the Settings & Privacy section to update your contact information. Add a new primary email address and phone number that you currently use.

Next, set a strong new password that’s hard to guess. Enable two-factor authentication for extra security, so if someone tries to access your account, they’ll need a verification code from your phone.

Conclusion

Your Facebook account can be recovered using your phone number, trusted contacts, or identity verification. Once you regain access, take a few minutes to update your email, phone number, and password to prevent this from happening again. You should also enable two-factor authentication for an added layer of security to keep your account safe.