Facebook occasionally sends emails to users, warning them about unauthorized access to their accounts. If you’ve received one of these emails before, it can be confusing and scary to try and figure out what you should do. This guide will teach you what to do when Facebook tells you that someone may have accessed your account.
The Someone May Have Accessed Your Account Email
You may be confused about its contents if you’re lucky never to have received this email. Facebook sends an email titled “Someone may have accessed your account” if they suspect a third party has logged into it. While the exact wording of the email has differed over the years, the point is the same. This email is a way of warning users about potential unwanted access.
The above example should give you a good idea of what to look for. If you ever receive this email, you should take immediate action to secure your account.
What to Do if Someone May Have Accessed Your Account
The first step you can take when you receive this email is to click the link provided. Facebook provides a link to their secure portal to help you regain control of your account. You may have to prove your identity with, for example, a two-factor authentication method.
If, for some reason, the email doesn’t contain this link, you should try to change your password. If you can’t change your password, check out our guide on recovering your Facebook account. It’ll teach you all the methods you have available to secure and recover your account.
If you can’t recover your account, try one of our Facebook account recovery sessions. These sessions are designed to give you the best chance of recovering your Facebook account rather than losing it. Also included is a follow-up session to secure your account against future attacks.
Further Steps You Can Take
You can take further actions to prevent someone from accessing your account. Follow our Facebook account security guide to keep your account as secure as possible. This guide will teach you everything you need to know about keeping your Facebook account safe from hackers and scammers.
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