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How can I recover a hacked Facebook account?
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jon zukarbag

If your Facebook account has been hacked and you are unable to access it, follow these steps to recover your account:
Step 1: Go to the Facebook Hacked Account Page

Visit Facebook's recovery page: Go to facebook.com/hacked directly, or use the Facebook Help Center to find the recovery page.
Click "Get Started": Facebook will guide you through the recovery process.

Step 2: Enter Your Email or Phone Number

Enter the email address or phone number you used for your Facebook account. This is the contact information associated with your account.
Click "Search" to proceed.

Step 3: Choose a Recovery Option

Facebook will show you a list of recovery options, such as receiving a code via:
Email
SMS (text message)
Other options like a friend to help you recover your account.
Select the method you can access and choose to receive a code.

Step 4: Enter the Code

Once you receive the code, enter it in the provided field on Facebook's recovery page.
Click Continue to move forward.

Step 5: Reset Your Password

Create a new password: Make sure to choose a strong password that you haven’t used before on Facebook (combine numbers, letters, and special characters).
Enter the new password and confirm it to finalize the reset.

Step 6: Secure Your Account

After resetting your password, Facebook will ask if you want to review your recent account activity.
Check your login history: Go to Settings > Security and Login to see where your account was accessed. Log out of any unfamiliar devices or locations.
Check for unauthorized changes: Ensure your name, email address, and password haven’t been changed. Look for any unfamiliar posts, messages, or content on your profile.

Step 7: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (Highly Recommended)

Go to Settings: In Security and Login, find Two-Factor Authentication and turn it on.
Choose your authentication method: Facebook will guide you through setting up an authentication app or receiving text messages for extra security.

Step 8: Report Suspicious Activity (if necessary)

If you notice any unusual activity, such as messages being sent without your knowledge, report it directly to Facebook.
Go to the Help Center: Use Facebook's Help Center to contact support or report the hack if you need additional assistance.

Step 9: Secure Your Email Account

Since hackers often target the email account linked to your Facebook account, it's essential to also reset the password for your email account and enable two-factor authentication for extra security.
Step 10: Inform Friends and Followers

If your account was compromised and used to send spam or malicious links, inform your friends and followers to avoid clicking on anything suspicious from your account.

By following these steps, you should be able to recover your Facebook account and secure it. If you’re still having trouble recovering your account or you cannot access your recovery options (email or phone), contact Facebook support for further assistance.