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How to Remove Revenge Porn

Revenge pornography, also known as non-consensual pornography, is a growing problem. It refers to the unauthorized sharing of sexually explicit or intimate images or videos of an individual, often intended to cause harm or distress to the person depicted. Ex-partners commonly carry out this type of behavior following a break-up or act of infidelity. However,…
How to Recover a Hacked TikTok Account

Has your TikTok account been compromised? You’re not alone, and you’re not powerless. At Hacked.com, we’ve helped hundreds of users successfully recover access to their accounts and secure them against future threats. If your TikTok has been hacked or stolen, take these steps immediately: Take Action Immediately Don’t ignore suspicious activity. Emails about login attempts…
How to Recover a Hacked Instagram Account

If your Instagram account has been hacked and your password and email has changed, don’t panic. Follow the steps below to recover your Instagram account or feel free to reach out to Hacked.com if you need additional assitance. Stay Calm and Avoid Common Mistakes In moments of stress, it’s easy to make mistakes that could…
Recover Your Hacked Facebook Account

Losing access to your Facebook account or business page is a distressing experience. We have helped more than 40,000 clients recovering their hacked Facebook profile, so you’ve definitely come to the right place. Even local law enforcement, FBI employees, and congressmen have paid for our premium services. Our first piece of advice at Hacked.com is…
Facebook Customer Support Scam

Hacked.com has discovered a new scam that is flourishing online, involving the use of legitimate websites like Facebook.com, where scammers pose as official support agents. The scam is clever, and we at Hacked.com are naming it the “Search Field Support Scam”. We believe this is a new method that is growing among cybercriminals. Watch the…
How to Recover a Facebook Business Page

Has your Facebook Business Page or Business Manager been compromised by a hacker or a disgruntled employee? We know how stressful and frustrating it can be to lose control of your online presence. The good news is that recovery is possible. Below are some scenarios that could help guide you in reclaiming your Facebook page.…
How to Report a Hacker & Contact Authorities

Hackers and cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, posing significant threats to individuals and organizations. Fortunately, avenues are available to report these malicious activities and protect oneself from further harm. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to report a hacker, where to file police reports or legal reports, and the importance of being vigilant…
Been hacked? Take These Steps Immediately

If you notice your password has been changed or receive suspicious login alerts, your account may be at risk of being hacked. If you cannot recover and secure it, follow the steps outlined below immediately. Notify Friends, Family, and Other Connections or Followers Inform your contacts that your account has been hacked to prevent them…
Why Attorneys General Are Fed Up With Facebook

If your Facebook account has ever been hacked, you know it can be an incredibly frustrating ordeal. In fact, it can be so frustrating, that many people reach out to their attorney general out of desperation. Not only do you lose your account, your photos, and a large piece of your online identity, but you…
How AI Will Cause Havoc with TAIA

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be damaging to businesses and countries. Not because they pose an immediate threat as an AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), which is a different story altogether, but because of the vast possibilities to fool an audience. Within a few years, we will not be able to tell the difference between what has…
Artificial General Intelligence is Upon Us, and it’s Time to Prepare

Sam Altman, the past and current CEO of OpenAI, might have hidden results about a secret project named Q* (Q-star) for the previous board. As noted by The Information: OpenAI Made an AI Breakthrough Before Altman Firing, Stoking Excitement and Concern Source. This seems to be one of the likely reasons why the board fired…
How to Enable Automatic App Updates on iPhone

This video teaches you how to enable automatic app updates on your iPhone. This has saved me a lot of time and has increased my phone security. Multiple apps tend to send out critical security patches once they are discovered, but it’s hard to be quick enough to install those updates yourself. If you don’t…
How to Check if Your Phone is Hacked

Do you think your phone has been hacked? Look for signs of a hacked iPhone or Android like those listed below. Signs of a compromised smartphone What should you do if you think your phone is hacked? Preventative Strategies: Staying Ahead of Hackers Proactive measures are your best defense against malware and hackers. Regular updates,…
How to File a Consumer or Privacy Complaint in Your Country

Navigating the complexities of consumer rights, data protection, and privacy issues is hard, especially when trying to recover control of personal or business-related information online. This guide provides a comprehensive list of resources for filing consumer or privacy complaints in various countries. These entities are instrumental in upholding consumer rights and addressing privacy concerns. And…
California’s Attorney General No Longer Aids in Recovering Hacked Facebook Accounts

Since we discovered in 2021 that California’s Attorney General Consumer Complaint form could help individuals and businesses escalate issues related to hacked Facebook and Instagram accounts to Meta Inc., the usage of the form has grown significantly. This method has seen success in the past, providing a glimmer of hope for those locked out of…
Recovering a Hacked account

A hacked account can lead to unforeseen consequences, including identity theft, financial loss, and damage to personal and professional relationships. Knowing how to react is crucial if you suspect your account has been hacked. In this tutorial, we’ll outline the steps to take if you’re unsure whether you can recover your hacked account. Step 1:…
Read this before you hire a hacker

When you fall victim to a hack, your initial reaction may be to panic and seek immediate assistance. Unfortunately, this makes you an easy target for scammers posing as hackers ready to exploit your desperation. This comprehensive guide discusses the dangers of hiring hackers, the red flags to watch out for, and the smart, responsible…
How to Check if You’ve Been Hacked

Everything from social media accounts to email addresses can be attacked anytime. Old accounts can put your new accounts at risk, so how can you tell if your accounts or passwords have been hacked? 7 Telltale Signs You’ve Been Hacked In the age of digital connectivity, ensuring the security of our personal and professional data…
How to Recover a Hacked YouTube Account or Channel

YouTube is an important part of many people’s lives, so when hackers steal it, what should you do? People often leave their important YouTube accounts open and unsecured for hackers to break into. This guide will teach you exactly what to do to recover a hacked youtube account. 1. Act Immediately The first thing to…
Top 5 Reasons Hackers Might Target Your Small Business

If you assume that your small business will glide peacefully under the radar of the hacker community, you’re not alone. And unfortunately, you’re setting yourself up for nothing less than a catastrophe. The numbers speak volumes: According to Keeper Security’s 2019 SMB Cyberthreat Study, nearly 70% of senior decision-makers at small businesses believed they were…
The Disturbing Facts About Small Businesses That Get Hacked

Small business owners who haven’t considered a thorough cybersecurity plan may soon find themselves without a business to protect. Hackers became more active and empowered during the global coronavirus pandemic than ever. And small businesses have historically had difficulty recovering from a significant security breach. Cybercriminals have gained access to more small businesses through several…
Was Your Information Stolen In the Massive Facebook Hack?

As the largest social media platform on Earth, Facebook is familiar with scrutiny. And it’s usually well deserved. Unfortunately, things haven’t gotten much better as hackers have breached the site yet again. This time they made off with the personal information of over half a billion people. Hackers Target Facebook in Massive Breach According to…
How to Remove Images from Google

Google is a powerful search tool, allowing users to collate data from all over the internet. Google Image Search is a big part of the search engine’s success. The power behind this tool doesn’t always work for the greater good. If you’ve found an image on Google you need to remove, then this guide will…
How to Delete Images, Videos, and Profiles From Facebook

Billions of new images and profiles appear on Facebook every day. If a harasser is impersonating you, or someone uploads media of you without your permission, it can be difficult to know what to do. Our guide will teach you everything you need to know about how to delete images and profiles from Facebook. Why…
Russian Hackers Infiltrate the Dept. of Homeland Security

After realizing that the SolarWinds hack was one of the biggest breaches ever, experts have repeatedly noted that we still don’t know the full fallout of the attack. Today’s news illustrates that point perfectly. Nearly two years after the infiltration, we’re just finding out that the cybercriminals hacked the Trump administration’s head of homeland security…
Facebook Exposes Tactics of Chinese Hackers Who Targeted Uyghurs

Uyghurs have had a hard enough time trying to survive in China. And Chinese hackers haven’t made their existence much easier in the digital realm. Luckily, Facebook has launched a campaign to combat some of the cyber criminals who’ve been targeting this group. Facebook Goes After ‘Evil Eye’ Hackers Chinese hacking group ‘Evil Eye,’ also…
Billion-Dollar Insurance Firm CNA Falls Victim to ‘Sophisticated’ Hack

If 2020 was the biggest year ever for hackers, 2021 is doing its best to surpass it. CNA is the latest proof. The massive Chicago-based insurance firm has succumbed to what it’s calling a “sophisticated attack.” The company has powered down its website as a result. This is the latest of a multitude of ‘sophisticated’…
Hacker Group REvil Holds $100 Million Ransom Over Acer

REvil is back at it again. The hacker group responsible for breaching a cosmetic surgery business last December has their eyes on a much bigger prize: Acer. They’ve hit the Taiwanese hardware and electronics manufacturer with the largest ransom known to date, and they warn that it could get much larger if they don’t comply.…
Deepfakes Explained: Why They Pose a Serious Risk

Deepfakes are not generally well understood by the public, but they’re becoming an ever-present source of fear for many. These days, it’s hard to trust what you read. Now, deepfakes are making it harder to trust what you see. People must educate themselves on the truth about deepfakes if we ever hope to mitigate the…
Verkada Hacker Who Infiltrated Tesla & Cloudflare Is Indicted

The feds have officially indicted the hacker who breached Verkada. The Silicon Valley-based security company has a multitude of high-profile clients such as Tesla, CloudFlare, and Equinox. Tillie Kottman, also known as “deletescape” and “tillie crimew,” took credit for the hack in which they (their identifying pronoun) exposed footage from more than 150,000 security cameras.…
Bitcoin Hacker Who Breached Elon Musk & Bill Gates Gets 3 Years

While it sometimes seems like hackers live somewhere mysteriously above the law, they can get caught. One of the most noteworthy hackers of 2020 was caught for his sprawling Bitcoin hacking scheme on Twitter. And now he’s paying the price. Hacker Breaches Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Other Celebrities’ Twitter Accounts Last summer, we saw…
The White House Is Scrambling to Improve Its Cybersecurity

We’ve previously talked about how Joe Biden and the White House have made bold proclamations about their stance on cybersecurity. Unfortunately, they’ve been slow to act on their promises. And in the meantime, American companies continue to suffer huge breaches. The Biden administration has recently started paying more lip service to increased cybersecurity. Let’s hope…