Your Facebook page got hacked. It sucks. But here’s the good news: you can get it back.

We’ll walk you through exactly what happened, how to spot the damage, and the fastest way to reclaim your page. We’ll also show you how to lock things down so this never happens again.

What Happens When You Click a Fake Invitation Link on Facebook

How phishing links compromise your account

Phishing links look legit. They often pretend to be collaboration requests or admin invites from Facebook itself.

When you click, you land on a fake login page. It looks identical to the real thing.

You type in your credentials, thinking you’re logging in to Facebook. But you’re actually handing your username and password directly to hackers.

They capture that info instantly. Then they use it to access your page and lock you out.

Common types of fake invitation or collaboration links

Admin collaboration requests. “You’ve been invited to collaborate on this page” sounds official. It’s not.

Brand partnership offers. “Join our creator network” or “Verify your business account” prey on ambition.

Urgent security alerts. “Unusual activity detected. Confirm your identity here.” Fear makes people click faster.

Event or campaign invites. “You’re invited to manage this promotional campaign.” Hackers use FOMO as bait.

Verification or upgrade links. “Upgrade your page to a professional account” or “Verify your business.” These feel urgent and official.

The red flag? They ask you to log in on an external page or form. Facebook rarely does that.

Signs That Your Facebook Page Has Been Hacked

Loss of admin access or ownership

You try to log in. Your password doesn’t work anymore.

Or you log in and realize you’re not an admin anymore. Someone else changed your role.

You might see a new admin you don’t recognize. That’s the hacker.

Strange posts or ads appearing automatically

Your page is posting content you never wrote. Maybe it’s spam, scams, or links to sketchy sites.

Ads are running that you didn’t create or approve. Your ad account balance is dropping fast.

You’re getting messages from followers asking why you’re promoting crypto or fake products.

Your page reputation is tanking because of content you didn’t post.

First Actions to Take Right After You Lose Access

Secure your email and login credentials

Stop. Don’t panic. Do this first.

Change your personal email password immediately. Use a completely new, strong password.

If the hacker has your email, they can reset your Facebook password whenever they want. Locking down your email stops that.

Use a password manager to generate a password with 16+ characters, numbers, and symbols.

Notify co-admins and remove hacker permissions

Contact anyone else with admin access to your page. Tell them what happened right now.

Ask them to check the admin list and remove anyone they don’t recognize.

Have them change their own passwords too. The hacker might have compromised them as well.

If you can’t reach co-admins, use Facebook’s account recovery tools while you still have any access.

Step-by-Step Guide to Recover a Hacked Facebook Page

Use the Facebook “Hacked Page” recovery tool

Go to facebook.com/hacked. You don’t need to be logged in.

Click “I think my account has been hacked.”

Facebook will walk you through a series of screens. Answer honestly.

You’ll get options to secure your account and regain access. Follow each step carefully.

Verify your identity with phone, email, or ID

Facebook will ask you to prove you own the page.

You might verify using your phone number. They’ll send a code via SMS.

Or they’ll ask you to verify using the email you registered with. Check that inbox.

For business pages, they might ask for government ID or business documents. Have those ready.

Upload clear photos of your ID. Make sure all corners are visible and the text is readable.

Reset your password and review login history

Once verified, you’ll reset your password. Create something completely new and strong.

Don’t reuse any old passwords. Hackers often try those first.

Then check your login history. Go to Settings > Security > Where you’re logged in.

Look for logins from places you don’t recognize. Log out of any suspicious sessions immediately.

How to Contact Facebook Support for Page Recovery

Access Meta Business Help Center

Go to business.facebook.com/help.

Select your page from the dropdown menu at the top.

Browse the support articles or use the search bar to find “hacked page” or “account recovery.”

You’ll see self-service options first. Try those before contacting support.

Please verify your account if you need real-time support from Facebook. They give you a premium live supoort if your account is blue verifyed.

Submit verification documents or forms.

If self-service doesn’t work, look for “Contact Support” or “Get Help” buttons.

Fill out the form completely. Explain exactly what happened. Include dates and specific details.

Upload proof of ownership. This might be business registration documents, tax IDs, or domain registration info.

Be specific about the changes the hacker made. Include screenshots if you can.

Facebook receives thousands of these requests. Clear info speeds up your case.

Why Facebook Takes Time to Restore Hacked Pages

Security verification process explained

Facebook has to be sure you’re the real owner. Otherwise, they’d be handing pages to hackers all day.

They verify your identity through multiple checkpoints. Each one takes time.

They check your email, phone, and sometimes ID documents. They cross-reference business records too.

This process usually takes a few days to a week. It can take longer if documentation is unclear.

Ownership dispute and delay factors

Sometimes the hacker claims ownership too. If they have some legitimate business connection to the page, it gets messy.

Facebook has to investigate both sides. That adds days or weeks.

If your registration info is outdated or different from your current credentials, things slow down.

Delays also happen during holidays, weekends, or high-volume periods when Facebook support is swamped.

What to Do If Recovery Tools Don’t Work

Contact Meta Business Suite support

Go to business.facebook.com and click the question mark icon in the top right.

Select “Support Inbox” to start a chat with a Meta representative.

Describe your situation in detail. Mention that automated recovery didn’t work.

Be ready with all your verification documents. Have them open and ready to upload.

Provide proof of ownership or business documents

Upload anything that proves you own or operate the page.

This includes business licenses, tax IDs, domain registration records, or bank statements.

If it’s a personal creator page, upload your government ID.

If your name doesn’t match the page name, explain why and provide documentation of any name changes.

The more proof you have, the faster they’ll restore access. Assume they’ll be skeptical and over-prepare.

Preventive Measures to Protect Your Facebook Page

Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)

Go to Settings > Security > Two-Factor Authentication.

Enable it with either SMS or an authentication app. An app is more secure than SMS.

Download a free authenticator app like Google Authenticator or Authy.

Now every login requires a code from your phone. Hackers can’t get in even with your password.

Avoid clicking unverified collaboration links

Never click links in messages or emails inviting you to collaborate.

Instead, log into Facebook directly and check your notifications and Page Roles sections.

Legitimate Facebook invites appear in your Facebook notifications. They don’t come via random links.

If someone sends you a link about your page, go directly to facebook.com instead.

When in doubt, check with the sender directly through a phone call or message from their official account.

Review admin roles and permissions regularly

Go to Settings > Page Roles once a month.

Look for admins you don’t recognize. Remove them immediately.

Check if any admins have permissions they shouldn’t have. Limit access to what each person needs.

Make sure only trusted people have editor or admin status. Everyone else should be “moderator.”

Keep a list of who should have access. Compare it to what Facebook shows monthly.

How to Secure Business or Creator Pages After Recovery

Reclaim business verification

Go to Settings > Business Verification.

If the hacker changed your verification details, update them back to the correct info.

Upload fresh business documents. Use your current business registration or license.

Having a verified badge shows followers your page is legit. It also prevents some types of hacks.

Check ad accounts and connected apps

Go to Settings > Ad Accounts. Look for accounts you don’t recognize.

Remove any ad accounts the hacker added. Check your ad balance and recent spend.

File a dispute if the hacker spent your ad budget. Meta might refund unauthorized charges.

Then go to Settings > Apps and Websites.

Remove any apps or sites you don’t recognize. These often sneak in during hacks.

Only keep apps you actively use. Review their permissions carefully.

How to Report the Hacker or Phishing Attempt

Use Facebook’s phishing report form

Go to facebook.com/phishing.

Describe the fake page or link you received. Include the URL if you have it.

Explain how the scam worked. Be specific about what it was pretending to be.

Submit your report. Facebook investigates and removes fake pages.

Block and report the attacker’s profile

Find the hacker’s profile if you can identify it.

Click the three dots on their profile. Select “Block.”

Then click those dots again and choose “Report Profile.”

Select “Pretending to be someone or something else” or “Fraud or scam.”

Describe what they did. Include dates and details of the phishing attempt.

If you have screenshots of the fake page or link, upload them.

Common Mistakes During Recovery

Using unofficial recovery links

Don’t click links from Google search results promising “instant page recovery.”

Don’t use third-party tools that claim to recover hacked pages. Many of them are scams.

Only use official Facebook recovery tools at facebook.com/hacked.

Only contact support through business.facebook.com or the official Meta Business Suite app.

If someone offers to “fix your page” for a fee, they’re scamming you.

Sharing credentials with third-party “agents”

Never give your password to anyone claiming to be a Facebook representative.

Facebook employees will never ask for your password. Never.

Don’t install software or give remote access to your computer to “prove” recovery.

Don’t fill out recovery forms on sketchy websites. Only use official Meta domains.

If something feels off, it probably is. Trust that instinct and stop.

FAQs – People Also Ask

How do I know if my Facebook page is hacked?

You can’t log in. Your password stops working suddenly.

Your email is compromised. You’re getting suspicious login notifications.

Someone else is posting on your page. Or ads are running that you didn’t approve.

You’re getting messages from followers about strange posts or links on your page.

Your admin access was removed, but you didn’t do it.

Can I recover my page if the hacker changed my email and password?

Yes, but it’s harder. You’ll need to use the account recovery tool at facebook.com/hacked.

Facebook will verify your identity using your phone number or other info on file.

You might also use government ID verification. This process takes longer but still works.

The key is proving ownership. Have your business documents or personal ID ready.

How long does Facebook take to restore a hacked page?

Usually 3 to 7 days if everything goes smoothly.

It can take 2 to 4 weeks if there are disputes or unclear documentation.

During high-volume periods, expect delays. Weekends and holidays also slow things down.

The fastest recoveries happen when you submit complete, accurate verification info on the first try.

What should I do if I clicked a suspicious invitation link?

Change your Facebook password immediately. Then change your email password too.

Enable two-factor authentication on both accounts.

Check your login history and log out any unrecognized sessions.

Monitor your page for strange posts or activity. Check for unauthorized admins.

If your page is already compromised, use the recovery steps in this guide.

Can a deleted or unpublished page be recovered?

If you deleted it, you might recover it within 30 days. Go to your settings and look for recovery options.

If the hacker deleted it, the recovery process is the same.

If it was unpublished but not deleted, you can usually reactivate it directly.

Contact Meta support if you need help with a permanently deleted page. Provide your business registration info.

Regain Control and Stay Secure

Getting hacked sucks. But you’re not stuck.

Use the official Facebook recovery tools first. They work for most cases.

If they don’t, contact Meta support with complete documentation. Be patient. Include everything they ask for.

Once you’re back in, lock things down hard. Enable 2FA. Review admins monthly. Never click suspicious links.

Your page is too valuable to lose to a phishing link. Treat it like the business asset it is.

You’ve got this. Get your page back today.