Backing up after my Facebook account was havked

Will backup include any problems to my iPhone from my Facebook being hacked

iPhone 12, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 4, 2022 4:53 PM

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Posted on Jun 4, 2022 5:06 PM

12JLR Said:

"Will backup include any problems to my iPhone from my Facebook being hacked"

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Troubleshooting a Hacked Facebook Account:

It was you account that was attacked --not your iPhone. If your Facebook account was hacked, and you change the password to Facebook, then after restoration, you would need to enter a new password. The one in the backup would just not work. So, restore from the backup, and then use the correct password.


So, Four More Things Here:

A. Modify your Credentials:

Having so much suspicion, consider modifying your credentials, ASAP, starting with a new password.


B. Verify Your Devices:

Verify that your the devices logged in to your account or officially yours, by using this link: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support


C. Report this to Apple:

Have any suspicious items on the screen (i.e. messages)? Use my User Tip: Using the Photos App to Report Scams: - User Tips


and...

D. Set this Up Anew:

If you are so concerned, then reset your iPhone, as if you were to sell it. Perform as interacted here, including the backup: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


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Jun 4, 2022 5:06 PM in response to 12JLR

12JLR Said:

"Will backup include any problems to my iPhone from my Facebook being hacked"

-------


Troubleshooting a Hacked Facebook Account:

It was you account that was attacked --not your iPhone. If your Facebook account was hacked, and you change the password to Facebook, then after restoration, you would need to enter a new password. The one in the backup would just not work. So, restore from the backup, and then use the correct password.


So, Four More Things Here:

A. Modify your Credentials:

Having so much suspicion, consider modifying your credentials, ASAP, starting with a new password.


B. Verify Your Devices:

Verify that your the devices logged in to your account or officially yours, by using this link: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support


C. Report this to Apple:

Have any suspicious items on the screen (i.e. messages)? Use my User Tip: Using the Photos App to Report Scams: - User Tips


and...

D. Set this Up Anew:

If you are so concerned, then reset your iPhone, as if you were to sell it. Perform as interacted here, including the backup: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


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