These are the ten tips (steps)or methods to protect your Facebook account from being hacked:
1. Use a Strong Password:
Don’t use simple passwords like 123456 or your name. Hackers try common passwords first. A strong password should be difficult to guess—use a mix of capital and small letters, numbers, and symbols. Something like Y#4718@Fby01 is much harder to break than Musa or Mairo.
2. Turn On Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
Even if someone steals your password, 2FA blocks them. With 2FA, Facebook will ask for a code sent to your phone or an app before anyone can log in. It’s like having a second lock on your door—extra protection.
3. Don’t Share Your Password:
Your password is your personal key—never tell anyone, not even your best friend or sibling. Many people lose their accounts because someone they trusted misused their login info.
4. Watch Out for Fake Links (Phishing)
Hackers sometimes send fake messages or emails pretending to be from Facebook. They might say things like, “Your account will be closed—click here.” Don’t fall for it. Always double-check the website address before you type your password. Facebook’s real site starts with: https://www.facebook.com
5. Log Out of Devices You Don’t Own:
If you log into Facebook on a public computer (like in a café, library, or someone else’s phone), always log out when you're done. If you forget, someone else might open your account and misuse it.
6. Review Where You're Logged In:
Facebook shows all devices currently using your account. Go to Settings > Security and Login and check “Where You’re Logged In.” If you see a device you don’t know—may be someone in another city—log them out immediately. It could be a hacker already inside.
7. Keep Your Phone Number and Email Updated:
If you ever get locked out of your Facebook, the only way to get back in is with your email or phone number. So, make sure both are correct and accessible. Otherwise, Facebook won’t be able to help you recover your account.
8. Remove Suspicious Apps:
Some apps or games that connect to Facebook secretly collect your data or may help hackers. Go to Settings > Apps and Websites and remove any app you don’t recognize or no longer use. Less connection = less risk.
9. Set Trusted Contacts:
Facebook lets you choose 3–5 friends who can help you unlock your account if you ever lose access. Choose reliable people only. Not random friends or people you just met online.
10. Keep Your App and Phone Updated:
Hackers often exploit old software. By regularly updating your Facebook app, phone, and browser, you get the latest security improvements. It’s like fixing holes in your wall before thieves sneak in.
In conclusion therefore, today’s digital world, your Facebook account is more than just a place to chat or post photos—it holds your personal data, contacts, and even access to other apps. Hackers are always looking for weak points to break in, but you have the power to stop them.
By using a strong password, enabling two-factor authentication, being careful with links, logging out of public devices, and regularly checking your security settings, you can greatly reduce the chances of being hacked.
In short, protecting your Facebook is protecting your identity. Don’t wait until your account is hijacked—act now, secure it today. If you’re managing a group, a school, or a community, consider sharing these tips with others—cyber safety is everyone's responsibility.
✍️ Uncle Yunus
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