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How to Delete a Hacked Instagram Account

Report your hacked account from other Instagram accounts

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Instagram accounts can get hacked and compromised like other social media platforms, locking users out of access. However, recovering such an account can be difficult and requires much work and time. Hence, we’ll discuss ways to delete hacked Instagram accounts and mitigate potential threats.

Moreover, we have a detailed guide on what to do if theInstagram app is not workingon your Windows PC.

Can I delete a hacked Instagram account?

Can I delete a hacked Instagram account?

The answer is yes, but it depends on the following:

Can I contact Instagram about a hacked account?

Yes, you can contact Instagram about a hacked account. Follow these steps:

Further, you can visit theInstagram Help Center. It is the official support website for Instagram.

Also, Instagram has official accounts on platforms like Twitter and Facebook. You can send a direct message or tweet to their official support accounts, explaining the situation and requesting assistance.

How do I delete a compromised Instagram account?

How do I delete a compromised Instagram account?

1. Report your account from other Instagram accounts

Repeat these steps by asking your other friends and followers to do the same via their accounts. More traffic and reports toward the account might raise suspicions and alert Instagram security operators. Hence, they’ll take down the account.

If you have issues accessing your account, you can check how to fixInstagram not working on Google Chrome.

If your Instagram account is compromised, your password will likely be changed. If you cannot regain access to your email address associated with the account, you can request a login link from Instagram.

Alternatively, you may be interested in our article aboutWe’re sorry, something went wrong with Instagramerrors and what to do if you encounter such.

Another issue you may encounter is errors when using Instagram with a VPN. So, check this guide for fixes.

Also, read our guide on how tofind an Instagram account by phone numberin a few steps.

Should you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.

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Henderson Jayden Harper

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Henderson Jayden Harper

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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.