Facebook account hacked email changed
That's frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you recover your Facebook account and change the email address back to your original one. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:
Step 1: Report the issue to Facebook
- Go to Facebook's Help Center (www.facebook.com/help) and click on "Report a Compromised Account" at the top of the page.
- Fill out the form with your account information, including the email address that was changed.
- Explain the situation in the "What happened?" field, stating that your account was hacked and the email address was changed.
Step 2: Verify your identity
- Facebook will ask you to verify your identity to ensure you're the actual account owner. You can do this by:
- Using your phone number or email address associated with your account (if you have one).
- Providing a government-issued ID (e.g., driver's license, passport).
- Answering security questions (if you've set them up).
Step 3: Change the email address back
- Once you've verified your identity, you'll be able to change the email address associated with your account.
- Go to your Facebook account settings (click on the downward arrow in the top right corner, then select "Settings").
- Click on "Account Settings" (not "General Account Settings").
- Scroll down to the "Contact and Basic Info" section.
- Click on "Edit" next to "Email" and enter your original email address.
- Click "Save Changes" to update the email address.
Step 4: Secure your account
- To prevent future hacking attempts, make sure to:
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your account. This adds an extra layer of security by requiring a verification code sent to your phone or authenticator app in addition to your password.
- Use a strong and unique password for your Facebook account.
- Keep your account information up to date, including your email address and phone number.
Additional tips
- If you're unable to access your account or verify your identity, you can try contacting Facebook's support team directly. They may be able to assist you in recovering your account.
- Consider using a password manager to generate and store unique, strong passwords for all your online accounts.
- Regularly monitor your account activity and report any suspicious behavior to Facebook.
I hope this helps you recover your Facebook account and change the email address back to your original one. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to ask!