Facebook locks accounts to prevent scams and violations of community standards. This might happen if your activity or account grabs their attention for security reasons. Common reasons include using a false name, a celebrity’s photo, a clearly wrong birth date, or creating a fictitious account. If you misuse your personal Timeline for business purposes or spam others, your account could be locked. Phishing attempts, like asking for passwords, also lead to locks. A sudden increase in activity can seem suspicious, leading to a lock until Facebook confirms your identity. Sometimes, you may need to provide a government-issued photo ID. You can obscure unnecessary data but must show your name, picture, and birthday.
Unexpected Suspension
Why is my Facebook account suspended for no reason?
Facebook suspends accounts for reasons like suspicious activity suggesting unauthorized access, using a fake name, or improperly using a personal account for business. Usually, you can regain access after completing security steps.
Regaining Access
You must verify your name and birthdate with a government-issued ID. Acceptable IDs show your name and birth date. You can also use two alternate IDs, like utility bills or bank statements, as long as they verify your critical information.
Facebook might ask you to identify people in a photo check from your uploads. If you fail, try again later for a different image set. Facebook allows setting up a security question for identity verification. If forgotten, trusted contacts can help regain access.
Sometimes, Facebook detects malware on your computer and requires a scan before restoring access, in partnership with McAfee.