7 Things to Do When Telegram Got Hacked [Account Recovery]

Telegram has become a popular instant messaging service for people who value privacy and security. However, with popularity comes the risk of being targeted by malicious actors who may try to hack your account.

If you suspect that your Telegram account has been hacked or compromised, there are several things you can do to protect yourself and regain control of your account. Here are some steps you can take

If you believe your Telegram account has been hacked, there are several steps you can take to secure your account and recover it

Method 1. Write to Telegram Support Page

Yes, writing to Telegram support page is one of the steps you can take if you believe your account has been hacked. Here's how to do it:

1. Open the Telegram app and go to "Settings."
2. Scroll down and tap on "Ask a question" or "Contact Us" (depending on your device).
3. Explain the situation and describe that you believe your account has been hacked. Include any details that you think may help in the recovery process.
4. You may be asked to provide some personal information, such as your phone number, email address, or a recent chat message. This is to verify your identity and ensure that the account recovery process goes smoothly.
5. Wait for a response from Telegram support. They will typically respond within a few days, but it may take longer depending on the volume of requests they are receiving.
6. Follow any instructions provided by Telegram support to recover your account. This may involve resetting your password, verifying your identity, or other steps to secure your account.
7. Use Link:https://telegram.org/support

Remember to be patient and follow all instructions carefully to ensure that your account is fully recovered and secured.

Method 2. Email Telegram

1. Open your email client and create a new message.
2. In the "To" field, enter one or all of the following email addresses: recover@telegram.org, abuse@telegram.org, spam@telegram.org.
3. In the subject line, write "Hacked Telegram Account - [Your Username or Phone Number]."
4. In the body of the email, explain the situation and provide as much detail as possible about what happened before and after the account was hacked. This may include any suspicious messages, changes to your account settings or contacts, or any other relevant information.
5. Attach any relevant screenshots or files that may help Telegram support understand the situation better.
6. Send the email and wait for a response from Telegram support. The waiting time is generally between one to five working days, so make sure to check your inbox regularly for any updates.

Remember to never include any sensitive information, such as passwords or payment information, in your email. It's best to wait for instructions from Telegram support on how to recover your account securely.

Method 3. Terminate Active Sessions

One of the first steps you can take is to terminate any active sessions on your account. Here's how to do it:

1. Open the Telegram app and go to "Settings."
2. Scroll down and tap on "Privacy and Security."
3. Under the "Security" section, tap on "Active Sessions."
4. You will see a list of all active sessions on your account. If there are any sessions that you do not recognize or trust, tap on "Terminate Session" next to it. This will  immediately log you out of that session and prevent any further access to your account.
5. If you want to terminate all active sessions, you can tap on "Terminate All Other Sessions." This will log you out of all other devices and sessions, except for the one you're currently using.

Method 4. Change Your Email Password

If you suspect that your Telegram account has been hacked, it's important to secure your email account as well, as the hacker may have gained access to your Telegram account through your email. Here's how to change your email password:

1. Log in to your email account using a web browser.
2. Look for the "Settings" or "Security" tab and click on it.
3. Look for the option to change your password and click on it.
4. Enter your current password and then enter a new, strong password. A strong password should be at least 8-12 characters long and include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
5. Confirm your new password and save the changes.

Method 5. Change Telegram Passcode

If you suspect that your Telegram account has been hacked, it's important to secure your account by changing your passcode. Here's how to do it:

1. Open the Telegram app and go to "Settings."
2. Scroll down and tap on "Privacy and Security."
3. Under the "Security" section, tap on "Passcode Lock."
4. If you have already set up a passcode, you will be prompted to enter it. If you haven't set up a passcode yet, you will be asked to create one.
5. Tap on "Change Passcode."
6. Enter your current passcode and then enter a new, strong passcode. A strong passcode should be at least 6 characters long and include a mix of numbers and letters.
7. Confirm your new passcode and save the changes.

Method 6. Strengthen Privacy Settings & Device

Step 1: Open Telegram Settings

The first step is to open the Telegram app on your device and navigate to the Settings menu. This can be accessed by tapping on the hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner of the app.

Step 2: Navigate to Privacy and Security Settings

Once you are in the Settings menu, scroll down until you find the "Privacy and Security" option. Tap on this to access the Privacy and Security settings.

Step 3: Adjust Your Privacy Settings

Under the Privacy subsection, there are several options you can choose to limit who can see your personal information:

• Phone number: Choose "Nobody" to prevent strangers from seeing your phone number.
• Last Seen & Online: Choose "Nobody" to prevent others from seeing when you were last online or active.
• Profile Photos: Choose "My Contacts" to limit who can see your profile photos to your saved contacts.
• Forwarded Messages: Choose "Nobody" to prevent others from seeing messages that you have forwarded.
• Calls: Choose "My Contacts" to limit who can call you on Telegram to your saved contacts.
• Groups and Channels: Choose "My Contacts" to limit who can add you to groups and channels to your saved contacts.

Method 7. Delete Telegram Account

1. Use Link https://my.telegram.org/auth
2. Enter your phone number in the format +country code-phone number (e.g., +1-555-555-5555).
3. You will receive a verification code via SMS. Enter the code in the app.
4. Select a reason for deleting your account.
5. Tap on "Delete My Account."