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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 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 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 Secure your Xbox Live Account

Understandably, your Xbox Live account can contain a lot of value. With digital gaming more popular than ever, it’s not uncommon to sink thousands of dollars into your gaming profiles. It’s more important than ever to make sure you’re keeping your Xbox Live account safe. The following steps will help you make sure your Xbox…
How to Secure your PlayStation Network (PSN) Account

Online gaming is an important part of many people’s lives, but how can you be sure your online data is safe? The PlayStation Network (PSN) has suffered from security failures in the past, and they keep hold of a lot of their users’ private data. It is now, more than ever, important to make sure…
From Miley Cyrus to Rihanna, Here Are 5 of the Worst Celebrity Hacks

What do Miley Cyrus and Rihanna have in common? Besides being best-selling artists, they’ve both been hacked. They’re also both female. Sadly, most of the big-name Hollywood security breaches involve women, often with compromising photos. But hackers aren’t picky and they cast a wide net of victims. Miley Cyrus & Rihanna Are Among to Biggest…
Trump Says ‘Nobody Gets Hacked’ – And He’s Wrong

On October 19, 2020, during a campaign rally in Tuscon, AZ, United States President Donald Trump made an astonishing claim that sent the security community into a tizzy. Nobody gets hacked. To get hacked, you need somebody with 197 IQ and he needs about 15% of your password. https://twitter.com/mshelton/status/1318303047647309824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1318303047647309824%7Ctwgr%5Eshare_3%2Ccontainerclick_0&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.embedly.com%2Fwidgets%2Fmedia.html%3Ftype%3Dtext2Fhtmlkey%3D3ce26dc7e3454db5820ba084d28b4935schema%3Dtwitterurl%3Dhttps3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fmshelton%2Fstatus%2F1318303047647309824image%3D Trump was referring to C-SPAN political…
The Worst Insecure Social Media Platforms for Children and Adults

After dealing with a significant variety of cases from our clients over the past six months, we have acquired extensive knowledge of how easy it is to recover a hacked account or take-down prohibited materials on the various social media platforms – including those frequented by children. I’m personally terrified at the ease in which a…
Has Sony Really Fixed its PSN Security Problem?

Sony has recently updated PSN 2FA security features to include 3rd-party apps as well as texting to a number. The update is a step forward in Sony fixing their terrible relationship with security that has led to numerous problems over the past few years. Has this latest update actually managed to rectify PSN’s poor security?…
How We Removed Revenge Porn and Gathered Evidence for the Police

In late July 2020, we were contacted by a woman we will call “X” for privacy reasons. Her ex-husband had posted five different private sex videos of them on Pornhub. She had received multiple texts from her ex-husband with the videos to ruin her life. Both are U.S. residents. Within hours of her first contact,…
How Safe Are These Kids Games?

Kids love to play games, both on phones and on the computer, but you can’t always be sure that these games are safe. Over the years, online games have been breeding grounds for predators and bad influences. How can you be sure that these apps and websites are safe for your children? Below is a…
The Worst Apps To Find on Your Kid’s Phone

Smartphones are useful for kids, but they can also be hazardous. The different app stores are filled with such a variety of apps that it’s tough to know which ones are safe for children. Even apps you might not suspect of being any danger can cause problems. Below is a list of apps you need…
Can You Trust YouTube Kids?

YouTube Kids is an app used by many parents around the world to entertain their kids. It supposedly offers a child-friendly version of YouTube, using Google’s algorithm to filter out inappropriate content. In the past, it has been shown that inappropriate content can still find its way onto the app. So, just how safe is…
Is My Talking Tom Friends Safe? What I Wish Every Parent Knew

If you’re curious about whether someone has children, the simplest way to find out is to ask them. But if for some peculiar reason you’re hesitant to pop the question directly, you could just as quickly ask them what they think about Talking Tom and Friends. If they flash a quizzical expression, you’ve got your…
YouTube’s Child Safety Problem

YouTube is generally considered safe by most parents, especially if they get their children to use the ‘kids’ version of the YouTube app. Kids can usually be safe while watching YouTube, but that safety doesn’t extend to uploading and commenting on YouTube. YouTube has a child predator problem just as bad as, if not worse…
Which Social Media Services Are Best for You?

Social media services aid global connectivity. But, they also come with risks. We trust social media providers with our data, and they must do their best to protect us from bad actors. But, which social media services do the most to protect users from harassment and abuse? 1. Twitter Twitter is a microblogging service used…
How to Protect a New Computer from Harm

Getting a new computer can be an exciting time, but you shouldn’t let your guard down. When you first get your new PC or laptop, you need to protect it immediately. Too often, people only remember data security once it’s too late. So how exactly do you go about securing a new computer? Below are…
How to use Parental Control for Online Services and Apps

Keeping your kids safe online is important, but it’s not easy. It can be difficult to know what they’re getting up to without invading their privacy. Depending on what devices you and your kids are using, there are numerous options to enable parental controls. It can be overwhelming to try and decide which option is…