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Cybersecurity experts estimate that approximately 300,000 Facebook accounts are hacked daily, raising significant concerns among users about the security of their personal information.

One such victim, Laurie McKnight, executive director of Children Awaiting Parents, who spoke with News10NBC, experienced this firsthand when her account, previously used for work-related posts and family updates, was hacked on October 16.

The hacker replaced her content with fraudulent cryptocurrency trading posts, also compromising the Facebook page of her organization.

Despite efforts to recover her account, including assistance from 40 friends who reported the hack to Facebook, McKnight received only generic responses, stating that the activity did not violate community standards.

This case mirrors the experiences of many users globally, highlighting the challenges in securing personal accounts and dealing with Facebook’s customer service, which cybersecurity company Station X describes as non-existent.

Facebook’s lack of telephone support exacerbates the issue, leaving users to rely on automated email responses. To combat these risks, Facebook advises users to secure their accounts with measures like two-factor authentication and to be cautious of suspicious friend requests and links.

The platform also recommends setting up trusted contacts for account recovery and regularly reviewing page roles and permissions. These steps are crucial as Facebook, despite its vast user base, provides limited direct assistance in hacking incidents, placing the responsibility on users to safeguard their accounts against potential breaches.