Facebook accounts are frequent targets for unauthorized access. Here's how to check if someone has been accessing your account without your knowledge.
Method 1: Download Your Facebook Data
The most comprehensive way to check is to download your complete Facebook data:
- Go to Facebook Settings → Your Facebook Information
- Click "Download Your Information"
- Select "Account Activity" and "Security and Login Information"
- Choose JSON format and download
- Upload to ForensAI for analysis
Method 2: Check Active Sessions
You can view active sessions in Facebook settings:
- Go to Settings → Security and Login
- Click "Where You're Logged In"
- Review all active sessions
- Log out any suspicious sessions
What ForensAI Looks For
ForensAI is an instant, easy-to-use way to get answers. It analyzes your Facebook export for login history from unknown locations, unknown devices, password changes you didn't make, security changes, and suspicious patterns—and gives you a risk score and full breakdown in minutes. Start with a free risk scan on the web; no account required.
- Login history from unknown locations
- Unknown devices accessing your account
- Password changes you didn't initiate
- Security setting modifications
- Account recovery attempts
- Suspicious activity patterns
Red Flags to Watch For
- Logins from locations you haven't visited
- Activity during times you weren't using Facebook
- Messages sent that you didn't write
- Friend requests you didn't send
- Posts or comments you didn't make
- Settings changed without your knowledge
If You Find Unauthorized Access
- Change your password immediately
- Log out of all sessions
- Review and update security settings
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Review app permissions and remove suspicious apps
- Consider reporting to Facebook
Prevention Tips
- Use a strong, unique password
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Review active sessions regularly
- Be cautious about third-party app permissions
- Don't share your password with anyone