Instagram account hacked - what to do?

If your Instagram account has been hacked, you should act quickly. We'll show you exactly what you have to do.

Instagram account hacked - act quickly now

• First of all, you should reset your password on Instagram. Enter your email address or username there.
• You will then receive an email with a link that you can use to reset your password.
• You can then set a new password. Make sure that the password is at least eight characters long and contains both upper and lower case.
• The secure password should also contain special characters and numbers. Avoid using the names or dates of friends or family members as a password.
• Other applications may also be responsible for posting content. You can revoke access to your account from other applications.
• You can contact Instagram via Twitter if, for example, you no longer have access to the email address.
• Finally, you should check your smartphone or PC for viruses and spyware.
• The free Malwarebytes Anti Malware scanner is suitable for this.
• For security reasons, you should also change the password from your email account, as it may also have been hacked.
• In another practical tip, we explain how you can contact Instagram.