Imagine scrolling through Facebook one morning and noticing something weird. You check your profile and… oh no! Posts you didn’t write, messages you never sent, and even worse—you’re locked out! Don’t panic. A hacked Facebook account can be scary, but there’s a way out. Let’s walk through it step by step in a fun and simple way.
First, breathe. That’s right. Deep breath. You’re not alone. Tons of people face this, and Facebook has tools to help.
Here’s how you can get your Facebook account back from the hands of those nasty hackers.
Step 1: Try Logging In
Go ahead. Try the usual—your email or phone number with your old password. If it works, great! Change your password right away.
- Click your profile pic at the top right.
- Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings.
- Choose Security and Login.
- Click Change password.
Make sure the new password is strong—mix letters, numbers, and symbols like a fancy password soup!
If it doesn’t work, move to the next step.
Step 2: Use the “Forgot Password?” Option
Go to the Facebook login page. Click on Forgotten password?
Facebook will ask for the email, phone number, or name linked to your account. Enter whatever you remember.
You’ll then get recovery options—usually a code sent to your email or phone.
- Didn’t get a code? Check your spam or junk folder.
- If your contact info has been changed, click No longer have access to these?
This is where it gets a bit tricky but stay calm. Facebook will try to verify you another way.
Step 3: Report the Hack
If you can’t log in at all and the email or phone on your account has been changed, visit this page directly:
This is Facebook’s “Help! I’ve been hacked!” page.
Follow the steps carefully. Facebook may ask you to:
- Answer security questions
- Identify friends in photos
- Send a photo of your ID (like a driver’s license)
Yep, sending an ID might sound weird, but it helps prove you’re really you. Facebook keeps it private, don’t worry!
Step 4: Lock It Down
Once you’re back in, hooray! Time to make your account Fort Knox strong.
Do these things:
- Change your password immediately (again, just to be sure!).
- Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA). It’s like a secret code your hacker can’t guess.
- Review logged-in devices: Go to Settings → Security and Login → Where You’re Logged In. Boot out anything strange!
Step 5: Tell Your Friends
Your account might’ve messaged or posted weird things. Let your friends know you were hacked, and not to click any strange links.
You might even send a fun post like:
“Hey friends! If you got a weird message from me—I was hacked 😬. All good now! Don’t click anything suspicious!”
Bonus Tips to Stay Safe
Want to avoid going through this drama again? Follow these golden safety rules:
- Don’t share your password. Not even with your cat.
- Beware of phishing links. If it looks shady, it probably is.
- Keep your email secure. Your Facebook is only as strong as the email it’s tied to.
So There You Have It!
Getting hacked is no fun. But now you know how to recover your Facebook account like a pro. Next time something crazy happens on your profile… you’ll know just what to do!
Stay safe, scroll smart, and keep enjoying those cat videos. 🐱