How do I actually lock down my Instagram so it doesn't get hacked again?

Got my account back after a hack last month (took two days and a video selfie, would not wish it on anyone) and I am determined to never go through that again. Every guide just says "use a strong password" which, yes, obviously, I do that now. But I want the real checklist. The stuff that actually stops a determined person, not the surface level advice. I am talking two factor done properly, whatever the master weak point is that people forget about, third party app access, recovery options, all of it. If you have locked yours down like Fort Knox, walk me through exactly what you did. I would rather spend an hour now than another two days recovering it later.

TTheo Diaz3d ago545 views

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Beyond a strong unique password, the things that actually matter: 1) Two-factor via an authenticator app (Authy, Google Authenticator), NOT SMS, which can be SIM-swapped. 2) Save your backup codes offline. 3) Secure the email tied to the account with its own 2FA, that email is the master key. 4) Under Security, review 'Apps and websites' and remove anything you don't recognise. 5) Turn on login alerts. 6) Never reuse that password anywhere. Do those and you're in the top few percent for account safety.

RRhea Walsh9h ago

How do I actually lock down my Instagram so it doesn't get hacked again?

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