Maintaining the security of social media accounts such as WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram has become an obligation for all users. But sometimes there are users who are so careless that their accounts are easily hijacked by irresponsible people.
For example, some time ago many WhatsApp users claimed to have received messages from parties claiming to be minimarket cashiers. They ask users to provide an OTP code that cannot be shared with others.
This method is a phishing technique used to hijack or take over user accounts. Scammers or hackers usually use this method to target unsuspecting users so that they can be deceived.
So what if there are users who are already victims of phishing and their accounts are hijacked by irresponsible people? Here are tips from Facebook to recover hijacked WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram accounts:
- How to recover a hijacked WhatsApp account
The first step that must be done after your WhatsApp account is hijacked is to enter the WhatsApp app and enter the registered phone number.
After that, confirm your phone number by entering the six -digit OTP code received via SMS. Once this OTP code is entered, your account on the other person's device will be automatically removed immediately.
You will then be asked to enter a two -step verification code (code 2FA). If you've never activated this feature and don't know the two -step verification code you requested, chances are the person who hijacked your account has already activated it.
To be able to re -access your WhatsApp account without a two -step verification code, you have to wait for seven days after the number verification process.
- How to recover a hijacked Facebook account
A hijacked Facebook account can be dangerous, especially if you use that account to log in to other websites. Here's how to recover a hijacked Facebook account.
First, you must report the incident on the site http://www.facebook.com/hacked. Then fill out the report with the email address and phone number used when registering a Facebook account.
Once reported, your Facebook account may be temporarily inaccessible. This is normal and you don’t have to worry.
During the data verification process by Facebook, you will be asked to send a personal identification card such as an identification card or driver’s license. If your account is successfully restored, Facebook will send you a notification via email.
- How to recover a hijacked Instagram account
The steps to recover a hijacked Instagram account are similar to those on Facebook. First, you must report it on the help.instagram.com site.
Once the report is submitted, your account may appear to be lost. No need to worry as this is one of Instagram’s steps to make sure your account is completely hijacked.
Instagram will then send you an email to ask you to fill out a form and include an identification card, such as an identification card. The verification process typically takes 4-7 days, and Instagram will confirm via email if the account is successfully restored.
- How to prevent social media account hijacking
Well, the above steps are a complete method to recover hijacked WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram accounts. But it is better if you use precautionary measures so that you do not fall victim to piracy in the future.
To avoid account hijacking, never share your activation code or OTP code with anyone. Most importantly, don’t forget to enable two -step authentication or two -factor authentication as a form of double security.
Also, make sure the applications you install are secure and do not contain malware stealing data. If you receive a suspicious call or SMS, do not share your personal information.
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