Two-factor authentication
Two-factor authentication will help you protect your account so no one has access to it:
Two-factor authentication protects your account by requiring a code if there’s a login attempt from a device that Instagram don’t recognise.
It’s the single most effective step to protect your account from hackers.
To provide the highest security possible, Instagram turned on two-factor authentication for creator accounts by default – check to make sure that you didn’t turn it off!
Strong passwords
Make sure that you use a strong password. Avoid using personally identifiable information, such as your name, birthday, address, names of your significant other or kids, or using overly generic passwords such as “password 1-2-3”. These can significantly increase your chance of being compromised.
Pick a strong and unique password that you haven’t used for other accounts. Use a combination of at least six numbers, letters and special characters (such as !$@%), and try to avoid repetition.
Never give your password to someone you don’t know and trust.
We recommend Change your password regularly. If Instagram detects that your password may have been stolen, changing your password on Instagram and other sites helps to keep your account secure and prevent you from being hacked in the future.
Other tips to keep your account safe
Be careful when you authorise any third-party app, you should never share your login information with an app you don’t trust. If you give these apps your login information, whether with an access token or by giving them your username and password, they can gain complete access to your account.
Log out of Instagram when you use a computer or phone that you share with other people. Don’t tick the “Remember me” box when logging in from a public computer, as this will keep you logged in even after you’ve closed the browser window.
What to do if you get hacked
If someone gains access to your account or you’re unable to log in, visit https://www.instagram.com/hacked/ on your desktop or mobile browser to secure your account.
Make sure that your email account is secure. Anyone who can read your email can probably also access your Instagram account. Change the passwords for all of your email accounts and make sure that no two are the same.
