According to Google, here are step-by-step guides on what you can do if your Gmail account gets hacked:
Google now gives only 7 days to recover a compromised Gmail account.
If you miss that window, you could be locked out permanently.
Go to https://accounts.google.com/ and try signing in.
If you can log in, change your password immediately.
If you can’t log in, click “Forgot password?” to start account recovery.
When prompted, enter your recovery phone number or email address.
Follow Google’s verification steps — you may be asked security questions or to confirm recent activity.
Tip: If you haven’t set recovery options, do so now while your account is safe:
Go to Google Account Settings > Security > Recovery Info
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Once you’re back in:
Go to Google Account > Security > Your Devices
Log out of any unfamiliar devices.
Review your account activity, including login history and connected apps.
Set a strong new password (never reuse old ones).
Enable 2-Step Verification (2FA):
Go to: https://myaccount.google.com/security
Choose “2-Step Verification” and follow the steps.
For maximum protection, set up a passkey (stronger than a password).
If your Gmail is linked to other accounts (YouTube, Docs, Drive):
Review permissions and access in Google Account > Security > Third-party apps
Revoke access for unknown apps.
Forward the suspicious email to phishing@google.com
Mark it as phishing in Gmail:
Open the message > click three dots (More) > select “Report phishing”
Let your contacts know your account was compromised, so they don’t fall for similar scams sent from your email.
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