Steps To Recover a Hacked Instagram Account

Instagram hacks have become increasingly widespread in recent years, leading to account takeovers and financial losses. Having your Instagram account hacked can be a nightmare - scammers may access personal information or scam followers while impersonating you. If this happens to you, it's important to act quickly and follow certain steps for recovery so as not to avoid further damage from hackers.

Steps to take if your account is hacked

Having your Instagram account hacked can be a frightening experience, but don't panic. Taking proactive steps to recover and secure the account is key. Make sure to update your accounts' passwords with unique, strong ones and enable two-factor authentication when possible.

Additionally, it's important to regularly check credit reports and bank statements for signs of identity theft or fraudulent activity - such as unfamiliar charges - which could signal scammers are after financial information.

If your Instagram account was hacked, here's what you can do next. Whether the hacker has locked you out, these steps will help get your profile back on track.

Steps to secure your account if you still have access

If you've been hacked, don't panic. Take control of your Instagram account by following these essential steps:

• Double-check the phone number and email address listed in settings.
• Log out of all active sessions.
• Change your password to one that is unique and strong.
• Add two-factor authentication for extra security.
• Check the Accounts Center for any suspicious activity or linked accounts, then remove them if necessary.
• Lastly, delete any third-party apps associated with your account which could have allowed hackers access.

You will need to move quickly, as time may be on their side.

How to take control of a hacked Instagram account

If a hacker has blocked your access to Instagram, don't lose hope. There are still ways you can reclaim control of your account. Here is what you should do if this happens:

Instagram will email you if someone, such as a scammer, has attempted to alter your account information. If you didn't request this, then there's no need to worry - simply click the 'revert this change' link in the message from security@mail.instagram.com, and your old password will be restored instantly. Ensure not to forget to check both junk and spam folders when searching for emails sent by Instagram.

If you're having trouble logging into your Instagram account, don't worry - requesting a login link is easy. On Android devices or iOS phones, just open the app and follow the prompts for either "Get help logging in" or "Forgot password?". If the email associated with your account has been changed, but the phone number remains intact, send the login link to that device. However, if both have been modified, there are more steps you must take instead of this option.

If you're having trouble accessing your Instagram or Facebook account, it may be time to reach out and request additional support from Meta. They have the resources necessary to get you back on track in no time. Follow these steps to request support from their login page:

- Android: Android users can easily reset their login credentials by tapping "Get help logging in" on the home screen. They will then be prompted to enter their username, email address, or phone number and select a preferred contact method to receive a security code they'll need to provide before accessing the account. Suppose there is any difficulty with this process, like not accessing an associated email or phone number. In that case, they can select "I can't access this" from within that same menu for additional assistance.

- iOS: If you're having trouble verifying your identity on iOS, simply tap "Need more help?" and choose a way to receive the security code. If it doesn't arrive in time, don't worry - just select "I can't access this email or phone number" for further assistance. After submitting the request to Instagram, you will receive a confirmation email containing further instructions. Your account must remain secure when handling sensitive information - use an encrypted and reliable email provider for login details so scammers won't gain access if it has been hacked.

Identity Verification

To verify your identity and recover a hacked Instagram account, there are two options: if the profile does not have photos of you, then details like email address and phone number will be requested; or else send in a video selfie to confirm it is you. Unfortunately, this process can take days, weeks, or even months. But still, this remains the best option for regaining control over an account.