What is the first thing you do when you get hacked on Facebook?
Discovering your Facebook account has been hacked can be alarming１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ but acting quickly is essential. Here’s a concise guide to help you regain control and secure your account:
1. Change Your Password
If you still have access to your account:
- Go to Settings & Privacy > Settings > Security and Login.
- Under the "Login" section１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ select Change Password and set a strong１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ unique password.
If you’ve been locked out:
- Visit the login page and click Forgotten Password?.
- Use your registered email or phone number to reset your password.
2. Secure Your Account
Facebook provides tools to help secure your account:
- Visit facebook.com/hacked and follow the steps to confirm your account and secure it.
- Facebook may log out suspicious devices１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ restore account settings１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ and help you regain control.
3. Log Out of All Devices
Prevent hackers from accessing your account by logging out of all active sessions:
- Go to Security and Login in Settings.
- Under "Where You’re Logged In１－８４４－５９５－４９４３" click Log Out of All Sessions.
4. Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Add an extra layer of security by enabling two-factor authentication:
- Go to Security and Login > Two-Factor Authentication.
- Choose a method such as a code sent via SMS or an authenticator app.
5. Review Account Activity
Check for unusual activity１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ such as:
- Posts１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ messages１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ or friend requests you didn’t create.
- Unauthorized changes to account settings１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ like email or phone numbers. Delete any suspicious content and inform affected friends.
6. Report the Hack to Facebook
If you believe your account is still compromised１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ report it:
- Use the Help Center to report a hacked account and follow the provided instructions.
7. Scan for Malware
Hackers often gain access through compromised devices. Run a full antivirus scan on your computer or phone to eliminate any threats.
8. Inform Your Friends
Let your contacts know your account was hacked. Warn them about potential phishing messages or scams sent from your profile.
By taking these immediate actions１－８４４－５９５－４９４３ you can regain control of your Facebook account and minimize the damage caused by the hack.
