Let’s take a look at all the possible scenarios and steps you can follow in order to solve your problem.
If you need to regain control over an Instagram account that has been taken away from you by someone else, one of the first things you should do is contact them (if you have their number or email address). Tell them that this inappropriate use of your Instagram accounts could lead to some legal consequences, so if they wouldn’t mind stopping right now and letting you recover access, everything will be fine for everyone involved. If they don’t respond negatively immediately, which is highly unlikely anyway since even most criminals know when they’re doing something wrong, then
If your old Instagram account has been hacked, you should contact Instagram customer support to report about this problem and make sure you will get back access. One of the most common ways hackers take over an Instagram account is by using a brute force attack (where they keep entering usernames and passwords until one works) or by getting someone’s email password with some phishing emails then changing their username and password. If your account has been hacked, I highly recommend signing up for two-factor authorization . This adds another layer of security to your accounts: even if someone else gets hold of your login information, they still won’t be able to log in unless they have that second code sent via text message as well.
While we’re talking about two-factor authorization, you should also know that Instagram requires all the users who want to use 2FA to verify their phone number in order to enable this feature. This is not an application process but merely a verification step. There’s no need for you to get half-naked pictures of yourself using your webcam, or sending them any copies of IDs or bank cards and so on just because they are asking it from you.
Instagram’s website is the first stop for getting back into your account. Underneath the log-in fields, a link to reset your password appears next. First you need to type in your username, email or phone number that was used when logging into this account before (make sure it’s correct)! From here click on “Forgot Password” and then finally enter the new password.
Finding your Instagram URL can be done in a few easy steps.1. Open up the Instagram app on your phone and log in using your username.2. Click on the three dots at the top right-hand corner of the screen to view options for that page (e.g., Articles, Explore) and select “Profile.”3. The next window will clearly display their profile URL, which is simply “@”.
Remove my account locallyLaunch the Instagram app on your phone.Navigate to your profile page. On the top right-hand side of this screen is a hamburger icon—tap this icon to be directed to Settings. Tap Log out of username and indicate that you don’t want to remember your login information again in future prompts.
In order to find who is actually behind a fake Instagram account, you should check for the email address and then use that information to look up other social media accounts.
How to reset your Instagram password if you’ve forgotten itIn the app or website, go to the sign-in page (you might need to tap or click “Log in”).Enter your username, email address, or phone number when prompted.
