1. When do you need to verify your Facebook account?
In some cases, you will need to verify your identity to continue using Facebook. Here are 5 cases where you need to perform this operation.
1.1. Facebook account is automatically locked
Facebook can automatically temporarily lock your account if there is suspicion of fraud or unclear information in your profile (such as an unclear profile picture or conflicting or inaccurate registration information). In this case, you will need to verify your Facebook identity by providing personal documents such as ID card, Citizen card, or Driver’s license. After successful verification, your account will be reopened within a period of time from 3 to 36 hours after being temporarily locked.
1.2. Your Facebook account has been reported by someone for violation
The reporting feature on Facebook allows users to report violations of community standards. If your account is reported, Facebook may review and temporarily lock your account, then ask you to verify your identity.
To reopen your account, you need to contact the Support Center via the link https://www.facebook.com/help and provide the necessary documents to verify your account. After successful verification, your account will be reopened for normal use.
1.3. If you log in more than the limit
In case you forget your password and try too many times, the system will detect suspicion and temporarily lock your account. In this case, you need to verify your identity by providing accurate and complete personal information.
After successfully verifying your Facebook account, the system will unlock it for you within a period of time from 12 to 36 hours.
1.4. Suspicion that your Facebook account does not meet the requirements for use
Facebook always has its own conditions to ensure the safety of users. This policy helps prevent negative impacts on children – those who are not aware enough of their behavior in the digital space and not responsible enough when problems arise.
If the system suspects that you do not meet the conditions of use, please quickly respond to the Facebook Help Center and provide:
- Personal information: Full name, Identification papers
- Facebook registration information: Email, phone number
When Facebook receives your response and confirms that you meet all the conditions of use, this social network will unlock the account and you can access it normally.
1.5. Other cases
In addition to the common cases mentioned above, you may encounter some reasons why your account is locked and Facebook requires identity verification:
- Login to Facebook accounts on multiple devices.
- Newly created accounts without enough credibility.
- You click on links containing malicious code on Facebook.
- Facebook algorithm errors.