Explained: How To Keep Instagram Account Safe With New Security Check Feature

Facebook-owned photo sharing platform Instagram has introduced a new security check for people whose accounts have been hacked before. Apart from this, Instagram is also planning to introduce two-factor authentication through WhatsApp, in addition to its current two-factor authentication options that allow users to verify via phone nubers and authenticator apps. For those, whose accounts may have been hacked, Instagram said several ways to keep their account safe is enabling two-factor authentication, keeping mobile number and email up-to-date in case it is required in emergency recovery. Instagram also urged users to report any account they find suspicious and said that it has made significant updates to its Support Inbox, so users can find out the latest information about what is happening with their reports.