Last updated: June 27, 2026
Facebook accounts are common targets for scams, fake login pages, suspicious links, and account takeover attempts. If someone gets into your Facebook account, they may message your friends, post scams, change your recovery information, or use your account to access connected apps.
Use a Strong, Unique Password
Do not reuse the same password you use for email, banking, shopping, or other social media accounts. A strong password should be long, unique, and hard to guess. A password manager can help you create and store stronger passwords safely.
Turn On Two-Factor Authentication
Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of protection. Even if someone gets your password, they may still need a code from your phone or authentication app to sign in.
Watch Out for Fake Facebook Messages
Be careful with messages that claim your account will be disabled, your page violated a rule, or you need to click a link immediately. Many account takeover scams start with a fake warning designed to scare you into logging in on a fake page.
Do Not Click Strange Links from Friends
If a friend sends a strange link, a suspicious video, or a message that does not sound like them, call or text them outside of Facebook before clicking. Their account may already be compromised.
Check Your Account Security Settings
- Review devices currently logged in to your account.
- Remove unknown apps connected to Facebook.
- Update your recovery email and phone number.
- Change your password if you notice suspicious activity.
- Scan your computer if you recently clicked a suspicious link.
What to Do If Your Facebook Account Was Hacked
- Try to recover access using Facebook’s account recovery tools.
- Change your email password from a clean device.
- Scan your computer for malware and suspicious browser extensions.
- Warn friends not to click strange messages from your account.
- Review connected apps, business pages, and payment settings.
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