TEN STEPS HELPS TO PROTECT YOUR X - TWITTER ACCOUNT FROM BEING HACKED

✅ 1. Use a Strong and Unique Password:

A strong password is your first line of defense. Use at least 12 characters with a mix of:

Uppercase (A–Z), lowercase (a–z), numbers (0–9), and special characters (!@#$%^&*).

Example: Gr8!Tw1tt3r$afe

Avoid using your name, birthday, or common passwords like 123456, password, or qwerty.

Don’t reuse passwords from your email, bank, or other platforms.

✅ 2. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):

2FA adds an extra security layer. After entering your password, you’ll be asked to enter a code sent to your phone or app.

Use authentication apps (like Google Authenticator or Authy), which are more secure than SMS.

Go to: Settings > Security > Two-factor authentication and follow the steps.

✅ 3. Be Careful with Phishing Links:

Hackers often send fake login pages or links that install malware.

Never click on suspicious links, especially from strangers or weird-looking tweets or DMs.

Check if a link is genuine by hovering over it or checking the full URL. If unsure, don’t click.

✅ 4. Update Your Recovery Options:

Keep your email address and phone number updated in your account settings.

If you forget your password or get locked out, X will use these to verify your identity.

Without access to them, you could lose your account forever.

✅ 5. Keep Your Email Secure:

Your email is the master key to all your online accounts.

Use a strong password and 2FA for your email too.

If someone hacks your email, they can reset your X password and hijack your account.

✅ 6. Log Out from Public Devices:

When using a friend’s phone or a public computer (like at a café or school), always log out after use.

Don’t save your password on shared devices.

If you forget to log out, go to your account and end all active sessions remotely.

✅ 7. Limit Third-party App Access:

Some apps ask for access to your X account, like games, quizzes, or marketing tools.

Not all are safe. Hackers can use them to steal your data or post on your behalf.

Go to: Settings > Security & account access > Apps and sessions and remove untrusted apps.

✅ 8. Check Active Sessions Regularly:

X lets you see all the devices currently logged in to your account.

If you notice unknown locations or devices, revoke access immediately.

This protects you if someone is secretly monitoring or using your account.

✅ 9. Don’t Share Your Login Details:

Never give your username and password to anyone—even friends.

Hackers can pretend to be trusted people to trick you into giving your info.

Remember: X will never ask for your password via message or email.

✅ 10. Keep Your Devices Secure:

Install anti-virus and firewall software to protect against malware or keyloggers (which steal passwords).

Keep your phone, computer, and browser updated to patch security flaws.

Avoid installing strange apps that may spy on your activities.

Conclusively, your X account is part of your digital identity. Once hacked, your name and content can be misused. Follow these steps seriously to keep your online presence safe and under your control.

✍️ Uncle Yunus 

Saturday, July 19, 2025.