How to Protect Your Facebook Account from Scams in Nepal (2026 Guide)

Stop hackers today! Simple steps to secure your Facebook in Nepal. Learn about OTP scams, recovery tips, and how to report fraud to the Cyber Bureau.

Facebook is more than just a place to share photos. It is where we run businesses, talk to family, and stay updated. Unfortunately, this makes it a prime target for hackers and scammers. In 2026, the Nepal Police Cyber Bureau reports that Facebook and Messenger are involved in over half of all cybercrime complaints in the country.
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Here is how you can build a rock-solid defense for your account.

1. The Essential Security Lockdown

Don’t wait until you get hacked. Meta has moved all security settings into the Meta Accounts Center. Do these three things right now:

• Turn on Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): This is your strongest shield. Even if a hacker knows your password, they cannot log in without the code sent to your phone or authentication app.
• How to do it: Settings > Accounts Center > Password and security > Two-factor authentication.

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• Use a Strong, Unique Password: Avoid using your name, birthday, or common phrases like Nepal123. Use a mix of capital letters, numbers, and symbols like N@pal_#2026.
• Enable Login Alerts: Facebook can notify you immediately if someone tries to log into your account from a new phone or city. This lets you stop a hacker before they can change your settings.

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2. Latest Scams in Nepal to Watch Out For

Scammers in 2026 use psychological tricks to target Nepalis. Be careful if you see:

• The Emergency Message: A friend or relative messages you saying they are in the hospital or stuck at the airport and need an immediate eSewa or Khalti transfer.
• The Fix: Call them directly. Their account might be hacked. Never send money based on a chat message alone.

• The Driving License OTP Scam: Someone pretending to be a friend says they are filling out a government form and need to use your number for a verification code.
• The Reality: That code is actually to reset your Facebook password. Never share an OTP with anyone.

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• The Lottery or Parcel Scam: You get a message saying you won a prize or a parcel is stuck at customs, and you need to pay a small delivery fee first.
• The Fix: Legitimate companies will never ask you for money to receive a prize.

• Fake Job Offers: Sponsored posts promising 5,000 NRS a day for watching movie trailers or simple tasks often lead to apps that steal your login data. Real jobs pay you; they do not ask for a registration fee first.

Also Read: Common Tech Scams & Phishing in Nepal

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3. Practice Good Digital Hygiene

• Don’t Click Unknown Links: If a friend sends a link saying, "Is this you in this video?", do not click it. This is a common way hackers steal your session to enter your account.
• Check the URL: Before entering your password, look at the address bar. If it does not say facebook.com (for example, it says face-book-login.net), it is a trap.
• Limit Friend Requests: Scammers often use fake accounts to clone yours. Change your Privacy Settings so only Friends of Friends can send you requests.

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4. What to do if you get Scammed?

If you have lost money or your account has been hacked, act fast:

1. Alert Your Circle: Immediately post a status from a family member’s account or an Instagram story: My Facebook is hacked. Do not send any money if you get a message from me.
2. Contact Your Bank or Wallet: If you sent money via eSewa or Khalti, call their customer support immediately to see if they can freeze the transaction.
• eSewa Support: 1660-01-02121 (Toll-free for NTC) or 01-5970121 or 1810-21-02121(For Ncell only)
• Khalti Support: 1660-01-5-8888 (Toll-free for NTC) 1810-21-02102 (Toll-free for Ncell) or 01-5970017
3. Report to the Cyber Bureau: Visit the Nepal Police Cyber Bureau in Bhotahity, Kathmandu, or email them.
• Email: cyberbureau@nepalpolice.gov.np
• Phone: 01-5319044 (Extension 112 for Hacked ID follow-up)
4. Recover Your Account: Use facebook.com/hacked to start the official recovery process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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• Can a hacker get in if I do not give them my password?
• Yes, if you click on a malicious link or use unprotected Public Wi-Fi, they can sometimes steal your login session. This is why 2FA is vital.
• Why am I getting so many fake Friend Requests?
• Scammers are looking for targets to clone. Change your privacy settings so strangers cannot see your full friend list or send you requests.

Final Thoughts

Your digital safety is in your hands. By spending just 5 minutes setting up 2FA and staying skeptical of messages that seem too good to be true, you can stay safe online.