Secure My FB Account from Hackers
(FOR BUSINESS OWNERS)
If you haven’t taken these steps yet, you’re practically begging hackers to come take your accounts. And they probably will.
In this post, I’m walking you through how to lock down your Facebook account and Meta Business Suite—no paid tools required. As a marketing strategist, I’ve seen far too many business owners lose access (and money) without these protections in place. That doesn’t need to be your story.
Locking down all your Meta assets is a multi-step process and can be pretty overwhelming without expert guidance. If your stress level is rising just thinking about figuring all this out on your own, take a breath—I made it easier.
I created a complete, step-by-step Prevent a Meta Hack Guide with screenshots that walks you through:
Securing your personal Facebook profile
Locking down your Meta Business Suite
Blocking scam messages before they reach you
It’s totally free and includes a bonus walkthrough for how to securely give account access to any marketing contractors.
What’s at Risk and Why You Should Care
Getting hacked isn’t just inconvenient—it’s potentially devastating. At a minimum, you might lose access to your accounts permanently. At maximum, they racks up charges on your ad account and damage your reputation. And no, simply enabling two-factor authentication isn’t enough anymore.
Here’s what’s on the line if you don’t secure your accounts:
Permanent loss of your business assets
Unauthorized charges on your ad account
Damage to your brand’s reputation
Wasted time and minimal support from Meta
I review all the steps and insights outlined below (with visuals) on my YouTube channel if you love an explainer video 👇.
Let’s walk through the essential steps to truly secure your accounts, starting with your personal Facebook profile.
Step One: Lock Down Your Personal Facebook Profile
If you’ve been on the platform for a while, everything in your business is built on top of your personal Facebook profile. If that gets compromised, it’s game over for your Meta business tools. So start here.
Review app and website access.
Go to your Settings and look at which apps and websites have access to your Facebook account.
Clean house by removing:
Apps or tools you no longer use
Anything you don’t recognize
Anything with outdated access
Hot Tip: Avoid using Facebook to log into other platforms. Create unique logins with strong passwords instead.
Enable two-factor authentication.
You’ll find this in Security Settings. Set up:
At least two backup methods (like SMS and an authenticator app)
A secure place to store your recovery codes
Turn on advanced protection.
This adds another layer of defense against unauthorized access—even if someone gets your password. Enable it in your Security Settings.
Confirm your identity.
While this isn’t the same as Meta Verify, it IS free. Confirming your identity helps you recover your account if anything goes sideways.
And just a reminder: anyone with access to your business assets should go through these same steps. One unsecured profile could bring down your whole operation - I see it all the time.
Step Two: Secure Your Meta Business Suite
Once your personal profile is buttoned up, move on to your business tools. This is where things can get messy if you’ve worked with contractors, team members, or agencies over the years.
Access your Meta Business Suite via business.facebook.com or through the Professional Dashboard on your business page.
Review who has access.
Navigate to Business Settings and check the People section. Remove anyone who no longer needs access.
Only give:
Admin access to business owners (or use a backup email you control)
Partner access to contractors or freelancers
No access at all to anyone who can’t explain why they need it
If a contractor asks for full admin access or your own personal credentials, that’s a red flag. They’re either not security-minded or they don’t understand these systems well.
Require two-factor authentication for all users.
Go to Business Settings > Security Center and require 2FA for everyone. Even if login info gets compromised, this stops most intrusions.
Check and manage connected apps.
Delete anything you’re not actively using or don’t recognize. Outdated apps can open the door for security breaches.
Verify your domain.
If you run ads—or ever plan to—this is a must. Do it under Business Settings > Brand Safety. It signals to Meta that you’re a legitimate business and helps streamline account recovery if something ever goes wrong.
Don’t share your login credentials.
Give contractors Partner-level access instead. They won’t need your password and can still schedule content, manage messages, and view analytics.
Feeling Overwhelmed? I’ve Got You.
If the thought of doing this alone gives you the ick, let’s fix that. Book a Power⚡Hour with me and we’ll tackle it together. You’ll get a recording of the call and detailed instructions for any additional follow-up.
Final Thought
If you ever receive a legitimate security alert from Meta—like an attempted login you didn’t make—don’t ignore it. Follow the prompts. It could be the difference between catching a hacker early or losing your account entirely.
Facebook and Instagram aren’t just social tools anymore. They’re business assets. Protect them like your business depends on it.
Hey there, I’m Kristy! – Chief Marketing Ninja & Fractional CMO
I started Wicked Tactical Marketing in early 2017. I’ve been killing it in media, marketing and sales for over 20 years and I apply every bit of that experience to my project and coaching work. I work with small business owners across the US and Canada.
I don’t gatekeep the good stuff to keep you tethered to a retainer or dependent on me as a contractor. I educate and empower you to take charge of your marketing strategy and results.
I partner with owners at all stages of business and across industries who are DIY-ing the sh*t out of their digital marketing and analog outreach and want guidance, resources and coaching to get more business with more ease. I know we’ll work together when it feels aligned.