Instagram tips: What's a recovery code? Here is how you can use it (2024)

FAQs

Why did I get an Instagram recovery code? ›

Recovery codes: Recovery codes are provided by the account service provider (Instagram or Facebook, for example) when you first enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for your account. Most third-party social media accounts will prompt you to take a screenshot of the recovery codes immediately after enabling 2FA.

If the device or email is no longer accessible the user's backup codes can be used. Backup codes consist of five 8-digit numbers. Each code can be used once, and the entire list can be regenerated whenever the user logs into the Instagram account.

If you choose to use text message (SMS), you'll be sent a text message (SMS) with a special 6-digit security code each time someone tries logging into your Instagram account from a device we don't recognize.

If the email you received did not come from us, it may be a phishing attempt and you shouldn't click any links or attachments. If you do have additional security concerns, you may want to reset your password and enable two-factor authentication. Learn what you can do to make sure your account is secure.

If you have a device that you've used to log into Instagram before, you can use that device to log in again without needing a backup code. Instagram will recognize the device and let you sign in. If you don't have a trusted device, you can ask for a new set of backup codes from Instagram.

Click Password and security then select Two-factor authentication. Click Authentication app, then click Copy key or use the QR code to link your account to the authentication app. After your Instagram account is linked to your authentication app, copy the 6-digit code your authentication app creates.

How do you reset your Instagram password without the code? ›

On the login screen, click Forgot Password? Enter username, email or phone, click Send login link. Click Next, and follow the on-screen instructions. A link will be sent to either your email or phone to help reset your password.

To recover an Instagram account without access to your old email or phone number, visit the login page, click "Forgot password?", enter your username, select "Need more help?", and fill out the support form with a new email address.

To find the confirmation code for Instagram, open the app and go to your profile. Tap on "Settings" and then select "Security." You will see your current verification code listed there - this is what you need to enter when confirming your account.

If Instagram backup codes do not come through either, please disable the two-factor authentication in the Instagram account settings, login within Combin and then enable the two-step auth back again. If you encounter this problem, please perform the following: Login directly within Instagram first, then within Combin.

If you're receiving a password reset email for the wrong account, it's likely that the account you're trying to log into was registered with a different email address. To regain access to the right account, try any additional email addresses you may have used.

In this case, Instagram may have flagged your account as suspicious, and it may require you to verify your identity through an SMS confirmation code.

Does Instagram use random phone numbers to send you verification codes? No, Instagram does not use random phone numbers to send verification codes. Instagram uses the phone number you provided when you set up your account.