Instagram hacked email changed with no selfie option
The hacked account recovery flow does not offer selfie video even though the profile has photos of the owner. It only sends links to the changed email. My old email received the removal notice, but the secure link loops.
Current outcome
Still Having Issues
Latest update
May 12, 2026
Issue state
Appears ongoing
Case timeline
Original issue, 3 approved replies, and 1 original poster updates
@noSelfieYet
Original posterMay 12, 2026The hacked account recovery flow does not offer selfie video even though the profile has photos of the owner.
It only sends links to the changed email. My old email received the removal notice, but the secure link loops.
@security_check
Community memberHelpful recovery stepsMay 12, 2026Report original username, changed username if visible, old email, phone status, and whether profile photos show your face.
@noSelfieYet
Community memberShared follow-up updatesFollow-up updateMay 12, 2026The username changed twice today. Friends sent screenshots of both names.
@mira.pay
Community memberFrequent helperHelpful recovery stepsMay 12, 2026For this Instagram hacked accounts report, update the thread with the exact screen wording and avoid posting private codes or full document details.
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