My email was compromised
Diagnostic Quick Question
Which email provider are you using?
DO THIS NOW
Reset your email password immediately
Create a brand new complex password not used on any other website.
Sign out of all active web and app sessions
Use your account security tab to terminate all active desktop and mobile logins.
Audit and delete unknown email forwarding rules
Check Email Settings > Forwarding and POP/IMAP to ensure no unknown email addresses are receiving copies of your incoming mail.
Verify recovery phone number and backup email
Ensure your phone number is correct and remove unrecognized recovery emails.
EMERGENCY KIT
Everything you need to execute recommended actions for My email was compromised
Account Creation Date & Old Passwords
RECOMMENDEDNeeded if account is locked out and requires identity review.
Documents, Deadlines & Aftermath Protection
Review required document replacements, official claim deadlines, and follow-up guidance.
Google Security Checkup
IF_AVAILABLEOfficial Google automated audit for compromise detection.
DO NOT DO THIS
- ✕Don't ignore unexpected password reset emails from banks—they indicate someone is attempting to hijack linked accounts.
- ✕Don't click links inside suspicious security alert emails; navigate directly to the provider's domain in your browser URL bar.
RECOVERY TIMELINE
Secure password on linked bank & investment accounts
Change passwords for all banking, crypto, and PayPal accounts linked to this email address.
YOU MAY NEED
OFFICIAL ACTIONS & VERIFIED SOURCES
Government & Authority Portals for India
Specific Step Actions & Direct Links
Official Google automated audit for compromise detection.
DON'T FORGET
- Check Sent Items & Trash for deleted phishing emails: Hackers delete trace emails sent from your account.
COMMON MISTAKES
- ⚠️ Leaving auto-forwarding rules active after changing password.