How to Recover Your Facebook Account Linked to a Banned Instagram Account

Dealing with a banned or deactivated Instagram account can be frustrating, especially if it's linked to your Facebook account. If you find yourself in this situation, follow these steps to regain access to your Facebook account and potentially reactivate your Instagram account.

1. Reset Your Facebook Password

If you still have your Facebook account but have forgotten your password, you can reset it easily. Here’s how:

Click Forgot Password on the Facebook login screen. Enter your email address associated with your Facebook account. Click on the password reset link that Facebook sends to your email. Choose a new password as prompted.

Make sure to choose a strong and unique password to secure your account from future hacks.

2. Check if You Still Have Your Email ID

If you can’t reset your password, you might be out of luck if you don’t have access to your email ID. However, if you remember your email address, you can try the steps mentioned above to reset your password.

3. Understand the Account Linking Process

Your Facebook account cannot be linked to an Instagram account without your knowledge. If your Instagram account was banned and your Facebook account is also affected, it’s possible that another admin linked them together by accident or intentionally.

Be cautious if you suspect that your account was linked to gain access to a larger following. Many users attempt to bypass this by linking accounts with high followings to lower ones in an attempt to cheat the system. This is flagged by Instagram and can result in both accounts being banned.

4. Reactivate Your Instagram Account

If you need to reactivate your Instagram account, follow these steps:

Go to the "My Instagram Account Was Deactivated" form on the Instagram help page. Complete and submit the form as instructed. Include a photo of yourself along with the form submission to verify your identity. Wait for Instagram to review your case and make a decision on reactivating your account.

It's important to be patient during this process. Instagram may take some time to review your case and make a decision.

5. Log in to Your Facebook Account

Once your Instagram account is reactivated, you should regain access to your Facebook account through the linked Instagram account. However, if your Facebook account is still blocked, you will need to follow the steps for resetting the password or contact Facebook support for further assistance.

If your Facebook account is linked to a banned Instagram account and you're unable to log in, it's crucial to address the issue through the appropriate channels with Instagram and, if necessary, seek assistance from Facebook support.

Remember, maintaining the integrity of your accounts and following platform guidelines is key to avoiding account bans and other issues. Stay informed and proactive in managing your social media accounts for a positive online experience.