

But before (or after) you panic, calm down, pull yourself together, and follow these simple steps:
Hackers won’t always change your account passwords. This means you still have access to your account, and you can prevent further or future attacks from happening. To change your password, simply use the “Forgot Password” link on your login page. Do this for all your accounts across all your devices.
What you need to remember:
Scan your account settings and check if anything was changed. Hackers could have your emails forwarded to them, which could allow them to receive login information and obtain your contacts’ email addresses. If you use an email signature, check for any dubious changes that might have been made.
What you need to remember:
Regularly run a malware scan. When your account gets hacked, immediately check for malware, or remnants of malware that might be active on your computer.
What you need to remember:
Prevent hackers from breaking into your accounts again. You can start by avoiding suspicious phishing emails, or links and attachments found in them. This goes for social networks as well. Clicking on dubious links or posts can ultimately lead to phishing pages or the download of information-stealing malware.
What you need to remember:
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