Account recovery after a hack (do this order)
A clear order of operations helps you avoid re-compromise.
Quick checklist
- Secure email first (password + sessions + forwarding).
- Secure your phone/SIM (carrier PIN).
- Reset passwords for financial accounts next.
- Reset social accounts and review connected apps.
- Re-enable MFA using authenticator/passkeys.
- Document changes and watch activity for 7–14 days.
Related guides
- How to sign out of everything fast (without missing sessions)
- Phone lost: what to do in the first 30 minutes
- Shared computer safety checklist
- MFA basics that actually help
Reminder: Use official account security pages and support channels when in doubt.