How Do I Recover My Twitter Account?

Introduction

Losing access to your Twitter account can be a frustrating experience, primarily if you use it daily. Twitter can deactivate your account due to suspicious behavior for security purposes. When your account gets deactivated, you have 30 days before it gets deleted permanently. If you’ve lost access to your Twitter account and need help recovering it, these steps can help.

Visit the Twitter Login Page

The first step of the account recovery process is to google the Twitter website on your mobile device or tablet. Ensure your internet service provider is trustworthy for the security of your personal information.

Click “Sign In”

Once on the Twitter homepage, click the “Sign In” button to open the account login page.

Click “Forgot Password”

Resetting your password is a simple way of recovering your Twitter account for most reasons that cause you to be logged out. Click “Forgot Password” on the sign-in page.

Provide Your Email Address

If you forgot your username and you’re trying to recover your Twitter account, use your email address in this section. Ensure the email is active before proceeding because you’ll need it to access the account password reset instructions Twitter will send. Enter the email address and click “Next.”

Enter the Confirmation Code

Twitter sends a confirmation code to the email address you’ve provided and opens a new section where you must fill in the verification code. Open your mail inbox and copy the code sent by Twitter. Return to the verification page on Twitter and paste the code. Click “Next” to proceed. You can contact Twitter customer support if you don’t receive a confirmation code.

Create a New Password

Entering the verification code helps Twitter confirm your identity, and you can now change your password. Create a password that you’re well conversant with so that you won’t have trouble accessing your account in the future. After creating a new password, you must re-write it in the “Confirm Password” section. Once finished, click “Save.”

Log Into Your Account

Once you’ve reset your account password, you can log into your Twitter account. Open the Twitter homepage and click “Sign In.” Type your email address and the new password to log into your account.

Review Your Account Settings

After recovering your account, review and update your account settings for maximum security. Take some time to review your phone number, email address and third-party apps and services linked to the account. If you notice any suspicious connections, remove them to minimize the risk of account compromise.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication

Consider enabling 2FA to enhance your account’s security. This works by providing a verification code from an authorized device any time you log in. Go to your Twitter account homepage and click “More.” Select “Settings and Support,” then choose “Settings and Privacy” from the available options.

Open “Security and Account Access”

To manage your account’s security, click “Security and Account Access.” This page has tools that you can use to manage your account usage and applications connected to your account. Click “Security,” then proceed to “Two-Factor Authentication” and choose text, authentication app, or security key.

Conclusion

Ensure you regularly monitor your account activity, including posts and tweets history, to identify any signs of unauthorized access. Remember to use a simple password that you can easily remember when recovering your account. If you ever lose access to your Twitter account, don’t worry; the recovery process is quite simple.