How to Recover X/Twitter Account 2026(Deactivated, Suspended, Locked)
How to Recover X/Twitter Account 2026
(Deactivated, Suspended, Locked)
Full guide to getting your account back — tested January 26, 2026
⚠️ Download Your Tweets & Videos After Recovery
Once you regain access, back up everything immediately—many users lose access again.
See the main X deletion hub for related guides.
Recovery Types: Match Your Situation
| Situation | Recovery Window | Success Rate | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deactivated | 30 days | 100% | Simple login |
| Forgot password | Unlimited | 95% | Email/phone reset |
| Suspended | Varies | 60-80% | Appeal form |
| Hacked/no email | 2-4 weeks | 40-60% | Support ticket |
Method 1: Recover Deactivated Account (30 Seconds)
- Go to x.com
- Enter old username/email + password
- “Reactivate your account?” → Click Yes
Everything restored instantly: Tweets, followers, DMs.
Success signs: Full profile back, no data loss.
Method 2: Forgot Password Recovery (2 Minutes)
- x.com → “Forgot password?”
- Enter email/phone/username → Next
- Get 6-digit code (email/SMS) → Enter
- Set new password → Login
Pro move: Download tweets/videos immediately after recovery.
Method 3: Suspended Account Recovery (3-14 Days)
- help.x.com/forms/general → “Account suspensions”
- Select “My account was suspended”
- Include username (@handle), email, phone, creation date
- Submit → Wait for email response
Boost approval: Polite explanation + proof of ownership (old tweets, followers).
Method 4: No Email/Phone Access (2-4 Weeks)
- help.x.com → “Contact Us” → “Problems with account access”
- Select “I need to regain access to my X account”
- Provide username, creation date, old tweets/DMs
- Submit → Check spam daily
Success tips: Mention specific old tweets + list 3-5 followers.
Recovery Checklist (Do This First)
✅ Try old passwords
Muscle memory often works
✅ Check all emails
Codes go to spam
✅ Download tool ready
✅ Note username exactly
Forms require @handle
What Happens After Successful Recovery
- Profile restored (tweets, DMs, followers)
- New password set
- Clean up: Revoke suspicious apps
- Secure: Enable 2FA immediately
Post-recovery: Download everything before deciding next steps.
Common Recovery Failures (And Fixes)
| Error | Fix |
|---|---|
| “Account doesn’t exist” | Check @handle spelling |
| No email received | Check spam + try phone |
| Appeal denied | Wait 7 days, resubmit with more proof |
| Suspended permanently | Create new account |
When Recovery Is Impossible
- >30 days deactivated → Permanent deletion
- 3+ failed appeals → Start fresh
- Compromised → Secure email first
Protect Your Recovered Account
✅ Enable 2FA
Settings → Security
✅ Revoke apps
Settings → Connected apps
✅ Backup tweets
✅ Strong password + VPN
NordVPN recommended
Still want to delete? See mobile deletion → or deactivation guide →
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