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Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by YoungBlackRico(m): 7:21pm On Oct 29, 2024
BLeader22:
U send in otp
greed
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Love800(m): 7:27pm On Oct 29, 2024
What do you mean by re-register. Do you mean retrieve?
clarion30:
Just re-register your number, when they ask for verification, request for a phonecall to generate
a code instead of them sending you the code, input the code and you have your whatsapp back.
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Love800(m): 7:31pm On Oct 29, 2024
So, is it still hacked again?
Banter1:
I was hacked 2 days ago got it back yesterday only for it to be hacked today again. I had two step verication on
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 7:55pm On Oct 29, 2024
Banter1:
I was hacked 2 days ago got it back yesterday only for it to be hacked today again. I had two step verication on
Wow..
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 7:56pm On Oct 29, 2024
femi4:
Two steps will only let you know when you are about to get hacked. It's now left for you to accept or reject the invite.

If you have given the hacker an opportunity to change the recovery/verification contact, I m sorry...o ti lo
Na wa o
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 7:57pm On Oct 29, 2024
Warrior247:
use another another WhatsApp....

If you were using the normal WhatsApp, download WhatsApp Business now. And use that one to recover it
How pls?
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 7:58pm On Oct 29, 2024
Alusiizizi:
Be very careful with installing apps on your phone. Basically, if it's not from Google playstore then don't even touch it.
K
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:13pm On Oct 29, 2024
clarion30:
Just re-register your number, when they ask for verification, request for a phonecall to generate
a code instead of them sending you the code, input the code and you have your whatsapp back.
Thank you very much..
Requested but was told that I have requested for it before (not me though) that I should wait for 10 hours before requesting again
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:16pm On Oct 29, 2024
Levels1:
Your whatsapp can't be hacker without your permission. and as such you aren't giving us full details but then no to worry as you will get it back with this.


put your WhatsApp sim in a small phone, and from your Android try and login back, and go to setting and click on forget password, a text will be sent to your number, input the number and after scroll down to where you will be ask to input your email then put it.


NOTE : if you have tried it multiple times , WhatsApp will have extend the time you can re-login to maybe 12hrs or so, you have to wait till the exact time before you re do it again.


Make sure you come back to attest to this free solution once you get it back by clinking on this comment.
Noted Sir..
Already requested but was told I have tried several times (not me though). Was give 10 hours to request again
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:21pm On Oct 29, 2024
Speakz:
Don't block your sim.

Dont uninstall or reinstall whatsapp.

All of the above wont help.

Currently, you're logged out and the hacker is also not logged in because you have 2step verification enabled.

Whatever you do, do not click on that reset link you received in your email as that would disable your 2 step verification and give the hacker complete access to your whatsapp account.

What you need to do as soon as possible is to open whatsapp on your phone and verify your phone number. In case you get a prompt that the verification code has been sent to your other device, just click on need help and select use SMS for verification.
I tried login in/Registering back Sir but was told I need to update my WhatsApp.
I did and was told that I have requested for the code severally (not me o) .
That I should wait for 10 hours to request again
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:25pm On Oct 29, 2024
MT:
Did you tell the whole story?

What about the part you revealed your verification code?

It is impossible for a whatssap to be hacked if you had not given your verification code in error.

If you feel otherwise, educate me please.
I did Sir o..
But in error Sir
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:27pm On Oct 29, 2024
PencilBox:
If your WhatsApp account has been hacked, you can recover it by following these steps ¹:

1. Sign into WhatsApp with your phone number.
2. Re-register by entering the 6-digit code sent to you via SMS or phone call.
3. Once you've re-registered, the hacker will be automatically logged out of your account.

Note that WhatsApp can only be registered with one phone number at a time ¹.

Additionally, if the hacker has enabled two-step verification, you may need to wait 7 days to sign in without the verification PIN ¹.

To protect your account from future hacking, consider enabling two-step verification and configuring other security options such as a passcode, fingerprint access, or chat lock ¹.

Also, be cautious not to share your WhatsApp registration code with anyone, including friends and family ¹.

If you suspect someone is using your account, notify your contacts and report the issue to WhatsApp ¹.
Thanks a lot
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:28pm On Oct 29, 2024
ejimatic:
. Don't you have Whathapp protection and recovery nos expected to be activated in your setting?
I have two step verification but na how to recover the account I dey look for
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:30pm On Oct 29, 2024
toprealman:
Mind sharing how it was hacked? Recent activities? What you used it for…etc.
Call
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:31pm On Oct 29, 2024
FutureFocus:
No 2 step verification?

If you don’t have two step verification activated on your what’s app by now, I will be super surprised , this is first thing you do right now if you are here , reading this and haven’t done that , it save you from plenty stories


Please fans , don’t forget to check my previous post for nice cheap gadgets
It's on bro..
Just how to recover account..
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Levels1(m): 8:34pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
Noted Sir..
Already requested but was told I have tried several times (not me though). Was give 10 hours to request again
once is 10hours time, re login and after you get your WhatsApp back, do well to input your email and a code will be sent to your mail , then input it.... after then you will have to wait for 4hours to be able to do the two verification with 6digits of your choice , once done your WhatsApp is safe from hackers
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 8:36pm On Oct 29, 2024
Levels1:
once is 10hours time, re login and after you get your WhatsApp back, do well to input your email and a code will be sent to your mail , then input it.... after then you will have to wait for 4hours to be able to do the two verification with 6digits of your choice , once done your WhatsApp is safe from hackers
Thanks Bro..
I appreciate..
Waiting...
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Levels1(m): 8:42pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
Thanks Bro..
I appreciate..
Waiting...
it's nothing, you are welcome bro
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Warrior247: 9:16pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
How pls?
Download WhatsApp Business and use that your number to register there. I believe you already know your password for the 2 step verification
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by MMempire(m): 9:54pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
I did Sir o..
But in error Sir
Now you know your mistake. Don't fall for such again.
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 10:03pm On Oct 29, 2024
MMempire:
Now you know your mistake. Don't fall for such again.
Noted
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Ojukwubucket(op): 10:04pm On Oct 29, 2024
Warrior247:
Download WhatsApp Business and use that your number to register there. I believe you already know your password for the 2 step verification
Yes
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by 3kay945(m): 10:08pm On Oct 29, 2024
BrutusOj:
. I already stated that I can't lose guard. Some people have the habit of clicking on every link shared to them without caution.
Sorry, I stand to be corrected with facts. How does clicking on links dangerous or loosing guards.
I keep wondering about this, howhuh

I think it is what you do on those linked site that matters. You can explain more if you know better at your leisure time. Thanks
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by toprealman: 10:25pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
Call
You can’t expect to get answer with such one word response. When you are ready, you will know. Hackers will always prey on same group of people. Same strategy! Since you don’t want to disclose, someone else will help… sort
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by PencilBox: 10:26pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
Thanks a lot
.I hope it helps
We look forward to your testimony smiley
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Speakz: 10:53pm On Oct 29, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
I tried login in/Registering back Sir but was told I need to update my WhatsApp.
I did and was told that I have requested for the code severally (not me o) .
That I should wait for 10 hours to request again
No problem. Just set an alarm or something.

Immediately it's 10 hours, open your whatsapp, enter your phone number, verify with SMS and you would be able to regain access to your whatsapp account.


It's very important you follow the steps once it's time, because the hackers would also be verifying with wrong codes so as to further elongate the waiting time period
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by ngwababe(f): 11:16pm On Oct 29, 2024
Starz825:
Na real scammer...

Well just chill....

See below details for your perusal....

Can someone hack my WhatsApp without my verification code?
If someone is trying to take over your account, they need the SMS verification code sent to your phone number to do so. Without this code, any user attempting to verify your number can't complete the verification process and use your phone number on WhatsApp. This means you remain in control of your WhatsApp account.

AND

How long does it take to recover a hacked WhatsApp account?

7 days

Lost access to your WhatsApp account

You might also be asked to enter a two-step verification PIN. If you don't know it, the individual using your account might have enabled two-step verification. You must wait 7 days before you can sign in without the two-step verification PIN.
My WhatsApp and Text Message was hacked one time but the person sees only deleted messages and chats, how was it possible please?
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by BOUNTYDOG(m): 11:20pm On Oct 29, 2024
ijemz:
Help!!! Please I'm getting messages from a loan app letshego for a loan repayment notification with an account number, i didn't take any loan,I live alone and I'm the only that have access to my phone,I don't even recognize the account number, never heard of the loan company till now. I just saw their reminder that the loan is overdue,I don't have the app on my phone,please how do I resolve this? All suggestions are appreciated. Thanks
U never talk true
It's either u Don collect some loan wey u jump
Cos I cannor imagine a loan coy I know nothing about to bother me
What if na 419
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Warrior247: 2:27am On Oct 30, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
Yes
Have you done that?

If you use the number to register there, it should log you out from the other device, then you can use your 2 step verification to finish up your login.

You should be fast with this as they might try to frustrate your efforts by using WhatsApp Business again. Before you know it, it would show something like can't register on Whatsapp till after 24 hours
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by ejimatic: 6:40am On Oct 30, 2024
Ojukwubucket:
I have two step verification but na how to recover the account I dey look for
Go back to you Whathapp Try to. entter it.Yiu will be.ttold somebody is using it. You will also be told to use your two step verification code if you are the owner .Use the code you wil get it back. It is simple
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by Speakz: 9:00am On Oct 30, 2024
Banter1:
I was hacked 2 days ago got it back yesterday only for it to be hacked today again. I had two step verication on
When you recover your account, check WhatsApp settings >> Account >> Email

Make sure it's your email address or make sure there's no email address.

The hackers usually use that email option to receive verification OTPs and re hack your whatsapp.

That's what happened in your case.
Re: My Whatsapp Account Just Got Hacked! by clarion30(f): 10:04am On Oct 30, 2024
Yeah. Request again after the 10 hrs. Do it once and follow the instructions when they call you.
Just in case, they will tell you to press a number if you’re requesting for a code, press the number and keep paper and pen in handy. Then they'll call the code for you. Use the code and recover your WhatsApp. Goodluck.
Ojukwubucket:
Thank you very much..
Requested but was told that I have requested for it before (not me though) that I should wait for 10 hours before requesting again
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