Instagram Is Giving People More Protection Against Hackers Who Take Over Their Accounts

A new tool will allow victims to regain access via a 6-digit code after supplying required information

Instagram wants to speed the process of enabling users whose accounts were hacked to reclaim those accounts.

The Facebook-owned photo- and video-sharing network said that when it detects users who are having issues logging in, such as repeatedly entering incorrect passwords, those users will see an in-application experience aimed at helping them regain access to their accounts.

Clicking “Need more help” on the Instagram login page will also give users access to this new tool.

People will be asked to supply information specific to the account in question, such as the email address or phone number associated with that account, or the email address or phone number used when they originally signed up for Instagram.

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