How to Recover Your Facebook Account If You’re Locked Out
Locked out of your Facebook account and can’t get back in? Whether it’s due to forgotten passwords, hacked accounts, or security checks, thousands of users find themselves unable to access Facebook every day. Here’s your step-by-step guide to recover your account and reach real help if you need it.
FIRST STEPS: TRY FACEBOOK’S SELF-HELP TOOLS
🔑 Go to facebook.com/login/identify
- Enter your email, phone number, or full name
- Follow the prompts to reset your password
- If you don’t have access to your email or phone, click “No longer have access to these?”
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RESETTING WITH AN EMAIL OR PHONE YOU CONTROL
- Facebook will send a code to your chosen recovery method
- Enter the code and create a new password
- If you don’t receive a code, check spam folders and make sure your device is connected
IF YOUR ACCOUNT IS HACKED OR EMAIL CHANGED
- Go to facebook.com/hacked
- Follow the guided steps to secure your account and review recent activity
- You may be asked for ID verification (photo of driver’s license, passport, or other accepted document)
HOW TO ESCALATE FOR HUMAN HELP
🧑💻 Visit facebook.com/help and choose “Get Help From Facebook”
💬 If chat is offered, type “account recovery” to reach an agent (this feature is not always available)
📄 Submit a request at facebook.com/help/contact/357439354283890 (for ID issues and urgent lockouts)
TIPS FOR A SMOOTHER RECOVERY
✅ Use a device and location you’ve previously used to sign in
📲 Keep all email and ID information handy
🔒 Set up two-factor authentication after regaining access for extra security
If you’ve tried everything and still can’t recover your account, submit an appeal with as much information as possible. Persistence and patience are key!
Contact Facebook Support
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