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In some cases—especially if your account was hacked or locked for security reasons—Facebook may ask you to "Please upload a valid ID."

This is a security measure to ensure that you are a real person and the rightful owner of the account. Acceptable forms of ID usually include:

Facebook states that they encrypt this information and delete it after verification is complete. If you are uncomfortable uploading an ID, look for alternative options like verifying specific details about friends on your list or recent transactions (for business accounts). facebookcom+login+identify

Before proceeding, ensure you are on the official Facebook website. Phishing scams often use URLs that look similar to Facebook's.

Once you select your account, Facebook will offer recovery options based on the information you previously added. In some cases—especially if your account was hacked

Option A: Email or SMS Code

Option B: Trusted Contacts

Option C: Uploading an ID (Identity Verification) If you lost access to your email/phone or if Facebook detected "suspicious activity," you may be asked to upload a government ID.