How to log into Facebook if you lose access to your account
Many Facebook users face problems logging in to their Facebook account
The problem could be caused by the two-factor authentication application or the verification code not being received
If you can't access Facebook without a confirmation or reset code, there's hope!
We'll show you how to sign in to your account using alternative methods to receive a Facebook confirmation code.
Why do you need a Facebook confirmation code?
Once you enable two-factor authentication on Facebook, which we highly recommend, Facebook will ask you for a security code or confirmation to log in from a new location or device. Learn more about two-factor authentication and why you should use it
Without two-factor authentication, you only need your username or email address and password to log into your Facebook account.
Where can you find the Facebook confirmation code?
You can get the Facebook login code in 3 different ways:
Facebook can send a confirmation code to a mobile phone number associated with your account with a text message.
From an authentication app, such as Duo or Google Authenticator. Furthermore, the Facebook mobile app includes a code generator that automatically generates a new security code every 30 or 60 seconds.
From the list of Facebook recovery codes you have saved as a backup.
In addition to codes, you can also generate a physical second factor security key to log into Facebook via USB or NFC.
How to set up two-factor authentication on Facebook
The two-factor authentication feature allows to protect your Facebook account from hacking, and it is an additional layer of protection to protect your account from hacking
Each time your account is used on another device, you will have to submit a security code to verify your identity.
Two-factor authentication can be used in two ways
- First, through the Google Authenticator app
It is an application from Google, and of course there are many authentication applications, but Google Authenticator is the best of them
The application generates a variable code every 30 seconds. This code must be used when logging into the Facebook account
Download the Google Authenticator app for Android here
Download the Google Authenticator app for iPhone here
- Second, by SMS
The authentication application is a very excellent option, but some problems may occur, so an alternative solution must be chosen, which is to use a phone number to send
Two-factor authentication code.
Choose the method you want to use for two-factor authentication on Facebook.
Facebook confirms that two-factor authentication has been successfully turned on.
Now you can add an authentication app, save recovery codes, and create a security key; Click Setup next to the respective method. You can also change the phone number that Facebook uses to send you the login code; Just click Manage next to the Texting (SMS) option.
If you need to temporarily disable two-factor authentication, simply click Off on Facebook's 2FA settings page, and you'll be able to log in with your basic login credentials.
Turn off two-factor authentication on Facebook.
How to access Facebook Code Generator
Code Generator is a convenient way to access two-factor authentication codes without a mobile phone number. The tool will come in handy when you are traveling or do not have a mobile reception. Code Generator is available within the Facebook app for iOS and Android
To access the Facebook Code Generator from Android or iOS, open the Facebook app and tap the three dots on the top right, scroll down, and select Settings and Privacy menu and then Settings Choose Password and Security From the two-factor authentication section select Code Generator
Here you will see the tool run through new security codes every 30 or 60 seconds.
When you set up your phone to be the key to your Facebook account, losing or jailbreaking it can be a problem. Here's what you can do for an event where you lose access to the code generator.
- Have Facebook send you a confirmation code with a text message
In case you still have the phone number that you added to the binary coincidence
In this case, allow Facebook to send you a confirmation code. Unfortunately, Facebook can only use this number for two-factor authentication, even if you have set up other phone numbers under your profile.
From the screen that asks for a login code, select Do you want another way to authenticate? (bottom left), then click Send me a login code, and wait for the text to arrive. You can also allow Facebook to contact you.
- Use your saved redemption codes
After setting up two-factor authentication, you have the opportunity to save a set of recovery codes as a backup. You may have printed the code, taken a screenshot, or written it down and stored it in a safe place.
Remaining Facebook recovery codes.
If you have not saved the recovery codes, be sure to do so once you have regained access to your account. If you lose access to the Code Generator again, you can use one of these codes to log into Facebook from a new device or website.
- Agree to sign in from an authorized device
When you've successfully logged into Facebook from a new device, app, or browser, Facebook asks if you'd like to remember it. You won't need a login code the next time you want to access Facebook from this authorized location and device. Now since you don't have access to Code Generator, this could be your back door to your Facebook account.
- Facebook review Last login.
Try to access Facebook from a browser or app you used previously. You might still be signed in on an old laptop, work computer, or tablet. When you find a device that you can still access Facebook, you should see a notification asking you to agree to the new login.
- Confirm your identity
If all previous attempts fail, send a request to Facebook. In the pop-up menu after selecting Need another authentication method
Select Get more help, and let Facebook guide you through the steps to get your account back.
Facebook two-factor authentication code issues
You will have to enter an email address and upload a copy of your ID, which can be a passport, driver's license, national ID, or one of many official documents.
Once you provide the required information, Facebook will send you an email with additional steps to restore the account.
Confirm your identity with your email address or ID.
Were you able to log back into Facebook? Remember to save your recovery codes, set up a new authentication app, and update other recovery options.
Keep your Facebook account safe
Every day we hear news of people who have lost access to their Facebook accounts. Unfortunately, we can't help most of them because they failed to set up security options, their passwords were compromised, and hackers changed passwords and recovery options. In such cases, you can only hope that Facebook will help you get your account back.
So, don't let it get to that. It only takes a few minutes to enable two-factor authentication and save Facebook recovery codes. Once disaster strikes again, you will be able to get your Facebook account back.
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