Introduction
Attacks against social accounts are routine. Phishing pages steal tokens. SIM swaps intercept SMS codes. Malicious apps harvest permissions. Oversharing leaks answers to security prompts. You need proof of exposure and a clean plan to fix it.
Our social media hacking work is ethical and permission‑based. We test only accounts you own or control, under a signed authorization. We document risks, help you recover, and lock things down. See related services on Ethical Hackers and the Blog.
Common takeover risks
Credential reuse
Leaked passwords from unrelated sites unlock your social accounts when reused. Attackers automate the attempts.
SIM swap
Phone numbers get hijacked to intercept SMS codes. Use app‑based MFA or passkeys where supported.
Phishing & rogue apps
Look‑alike pages and risky third‑party apps gain token access. Periodically revoke unknown apps.
Weak recovery settings
Outdated emails, no backup codes, or no trusted devices make recovery slow or impossible.
We never pursue unauthorized access. We simulate realistic paths against your accounts to help you block them.
What we test — and what we don't
- In scope — your Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, LinkedIn accounts; login flows; MFA; recovery; third‑party app access; device sessions; page roles; ad accounts.
- Out of scope — accounts you do not own, private data without permission, and any activity that violates platform terms or law.
Learn about our approach in the FAQ and broader options on Services.
Our process
- Discovery — assets, goals, and authorization.
- Threat model — likely attack paths for your accounts and roles.
- Testing — controlled checks across auth, recovery, app permissions, sessions, and page roles.
- Findings — evidence, impact, and prioritized fixes.
- Retest — confirm fixes and finalize status.
If your account is hacked
Follow a tight sequence, then bring us in for forensics and hardening.
- Use the platform’s recovery flow from a known device. Do not engage impostor “recovery” services.
- Change the password for your social account and the email tied to it.
- Revoke unknown apps and sessions. Remove unrecognized devices.
- Turn on app‑based MFA or passkeys. Store backup codes securely.
- Capture evidence — screenshots, headers, timestamps — before it’s gone.
- Review page roles, ad accounts, and payment details.
After recovery, we perform a root‑cause review and set safer defaults. See more guidance in our Blog.
Hardening checklists
All platforms
- Unique passwords in a manager. No reuse.
- App‑based MFA or passkeys. Avoid SMS codes when possible.
- Review and revoke third‑party apps quarterly.
- Keep recovery email and phone current. Store backup codes.
- Enable two‑factor with an authenticator app.
- Limit third‑party tool access for scheduling or analytics.
- Watch for login notifications and unknown devices.
- Secure Business Manager, Page roles, and ad account admins.
- Turn on login alerts and review active sessions.
- Use trusted contacts only if you understand the risk.
X (Twitter)
- Disable SMS 2FA. Use an app or security key.
- Revoke old connected apps and bots.
- Secure the email tied to the account first.
Why Spy Wizards
- Ethics first — no unauthorized access. Ever.
- Focused expertise across social platforms many teams overlook.
- Clear reporting with evidence, fixes, and a retest window.
- Strong internal links for self‑serve help: Services, Ethical Hackers, FAQ, Blog, Contact.
Need ethical social media hacking help? We work under written permission with defined scope and retesting.
FAQs
Yes — with explicit written permission from the account owner and a defined scope. Without permission, it’s illegal. We test only assets you control.
We guide platform recovery, secure linked email/phone, remove rogue apps, and harden settings. We do not bypass platform processes or violate terms.
We reduce risk by moving from SMS codes to app‑based MFA or security keys, locking carrier accounts, and monitoring changes. No one can remove risk entirely, but you can cut it significantly.