Losing your Instagram account to a hacker is stressful, but don’t worry—with the right steps, you can recover it, 100% guaranteed! This guide explains every method to get your account back, including a powerful option using Meta Verified and Pro Support. It’s simple, clear, and written for anyone to follow. Let’s see!
First Things First
Before you begin, act quickly and stay prepared:
- Don’t Panic: Quick, calm action works best.
- Look for Clues: Check your email for Instagram notifications (e.g., “Your password was changed”).
- Know Your Account: Have your old username, email, or phone number ready.
Now, let’s explore the easiest and most effective ways to recover your account—starting with verification for extra support!
Step 1: Get Verified with Meta Verified (Paid Option)
First of all, you have to create another Instagram account on a new email or if you already have an account, then you have to get the blue tick 💙 in it.
The blue tick isn’t just for fame—it gives you priority access to Meta Pro Support, making recovery faster and easier. The paid Meta Verified subscription is the simplest way to get verified, and it’s open to individuals (not businesses in some regions yet).
How to Subscribe:
- Open Instagram: Log into your account (or a new one if your original is hacked) on the mobile app.
- Go to Your Profile: Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
- Find Meta Verified: Tap the three-line menu (top-right), then select “Meta Verified.” (If it says “Join the waitlist,” it’s unavailable in your area.)
- Tap “Subscribe.”
- Pay the fee ($11.99-$14.99/month, depending on iOS or Android).
- Verify Identity:
- Upload a government-issued ID (e.g., passport, driver’s license).
- Record a quick selfie video (Instagram uses facial recognition to confirm it’s you).
- Wait: Approval takes about 48 hours—once approved, your blue tick appears!
Requirements:
- Be 18+.
- Have a profile (public or private) with your full name and a face photo.
- Some prior posts for activity.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA).
- Valid ID matching your profile.
Benefits:
- Blue tick, protection from impersonators, and direct access to human support.
- No need to be famous—just pay and verify!
Watch Out:
- Scams: Only use the official Meta Verified process—never pay third parties.
- Rules: Avoid breaking Instagram Guidelines (e.g., spamming) to keep your badge.
Read also: How to Recover Hacked Instagram Account: A Step-by-Step Guide
Step 2: Contact Meta Pro Support
Once you’ve got the blue tick (especially via Meta Verified), you can reach Meta’s Pro Support team for priority help with your hacked account.
How to Contact Them:
- Use your verified account (the one with the blue tick).
- Tap your profile picture (bottom-right).
- Tap the three-line menu (top-right), then “Settings and privacy.”
- Find Meta Verified Support:
- Scroll to “For professionals” or “Account type and tools.”
- Tap “Meta Verified,” then “Get support” or “Contact support.” (If missing, try the next option.)
- Alternative: Accounts Center:
- In “Settings and privacy,” tap “See more in Accounts Center.”0
- Under “Meta Verified,” select “Support” or “Get help” (options like live chat, email, or a ticket form may appear).
- Visit help.instagram.com in a browser.
- Log in with your verified account, go to “Privacy and Safety Center” > “Report Something” > “Hacked Accounts,” and submit a request. Verified users get faster replies.
- Meta Verified users might see “Get support” open a live chat with a real person—often within minutes.
Step 3: Tell Them About Your Hacked Account
When you reach Pro Support, explain the hack clearly and prove the account is yours.
What to Say:
- Your Status: “I’m a Meta Verified user, and my original account was hacked.”
- Details:
- Original username (e.g., “@myrealaccount”).
- Date of hack (e.g., “February 15, 2025”).
- Hacker’s changes (e.g., “They changed my email, phone, and password”).
- Current state (e.g., “I can’t log in; it’s now @hackername”).
- Proof: “I can provide my ID, original email (myemail@example.com), and screenshots of old posts or login attempts.”
- Request: “Please help me recover my account or disable it to stop misuse.”
Example Message:
“Hi, I’m a Meta Verified user. My account, @myrealaccount, was hacked on Feb 15, 2025. The hacker changed my email, phone, and password, and it’s now @hackername. I can’t log in. I’ll send my ID, original email (myemail@example.com), and screenshots of my posts to prove it’s mine. Please help me recover it!”
Step 4: Recover Your Account with Pro Support
After reporting, Meta Pro Support will guide you in regaining access. Here’s how it works:
- They’ll ask for a photo of your ID or a selfie with a code they send.
- If your account had your face, they might request a video selfie (turn your head to confirm).
- They’ll check your details (old email, phone, username history) with priority due to your verified status—often resolving in hours or days.
- If ownership is confirmed, they’ll:
- Send a reset link to a new email/phone you provide.
- Or manually restore access with a temporary login code.
- Log in and reset your password right away.
- Set a strong password (e.g., “Sunny2025!”).
- Enable 2FA (Settings > Security).
- Check Login Activity (Settings > Security) and log out strangers.
- If the hack is too complex (e.g., account sold), Pro Support can disable it permanently. Start fresh with your username and re-verify.
Other Recovery Methods (If Needed)
Before or alongside verification, try these quick fixes:
- Password Reset: On the login screen, tap “Forgot Password?” and use your old email/phone to reset it.
- Email Revert: Check your email for “Your email was changed” and click “Secure my account” to undo changes.
- Help Form: Go to “Forgot Password?” > “Need more help?” and submit your details.
But with Meta Verified and Pro Support, you’re almost certain to succeed!
Tips for Success
- Act Fast: Contact support ASAP after verifying to limit the damage.
- Be Detailed: Share exact dates and old account info for quicker help.
- Use Your Blue Tick: Mention your verified status—it speeds things up.
- Stay Patient: Complex cases might take days, but Pro Support is faster than standard options.
Read also: How to Recover Hacked Instagram Account: A Step-by-Step Guide
Final Thoughts
With Meta Verified and Pro Support, recovering your hacked Instagram account is 100% guaranteed! Get your blue tick, reach out to the pros, and take back control. You’ve got this—start today and secure your account for good!
