Navigating Facebook's official recovery process can be frustrating. It may feel like you're going in circles, and getting to a human is famously difficult. But it is the only path that will not put your digital identity and finances at risk. Persistence is key. Use familiar devices, try the methods described above, and use the Meta AI support assistant. Your account and all its memories and connections are worth the effort.

Here is the step-by-step process to use Facebook’s built-in recovery.