What do I do if my Instagram account was hacked?
In a nutshell: If your Instagram account is hacked, follow these steps promptly to recover and secure it. Visit Instagram’s website, enter your account information, and complete 2-factor authentication. Secure your account
Introduction
Social media accounts are prime targets for hackers. If your Instagram account gets compromised, you need to act quickly to regain control and secure it. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide to help you through the recovery process.
Visit Instagram Website
On your desktop, visit Instagram’s website.
Enter Your Account Information
Open the Instagram app or website login screen. Provide the username, email address, or phone number associated with your account.
Complete 2-Factor Authentication
Enter the code sent via WhatsApp to the mobile number associated to your account.
Secure Your Account via Instagram’s Website or App
Visit Instagram’s Account Security Page. Use a desktop or mobile browser to access Instagram’s security page and follow the on-screen instructions to secure your account.
Instagram Support
However, you're unable to log in, visit Instagram support page on your desktop or mobile browser to secure your account.
Check Your Email for Security Notifications
If you got an email from security@mail.instagram.com notifying you that your email address was changed, you may be able to undo this change by selecting Secure my account in that message. If other details (like your password) were also changed, proceed to the next steps.
Request a Login Link from Instagram
On the login screen, enter the username, email address or phone number associated with your account, then click “Send login link.”
Check Login Link
Click the login link in your email or text message (SMS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
Request Security Code
If you're unable to recover your account with the login link you may be able to request support on your mobile device. Enter a secure email address that only you can access. Once you've submitted your request, you should receive an email from Instagram with next steps.
Verify Your Identity
If you submitted a support request for an account without photos of you, you should receive an auto-response email from the support team at Meta. We'll ask you to help us verify your identity by providing the email address or phone number that you signed up with and the type of device that you used at the time of sign-up. You may also be asked for a video selfie.
Conclusion
Dealing with a hacked Instagram account can be stressful, but acting promptly and following the steps above will help you recover your account and enhance its security. Always stay vigilant and update your security measures to minimize the risk of future hacks.
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