Well, this is a post I never thought I’d have to write, but here we are. My TikTok account @zippadeedoodah has been STOLEN, and the person who took it is now using the handle @shifahfa_1. If you’ve ever had your social media hacked or stolen, you know how frustrating, infuriating, and downright upsetting it is to see someone else controlling something you built.
I’ve spent years creating content, building a community, and sharing moments with all of you. And now? Someone has taken my account, changed the handle, and is pretending like it’s theirs. Not on my watch! I know that I’ve been helping baby boomers live their best lives with tips and tricks for years, and now someone is posting bizarre herbal remedies on my account that I wouldn’t suggest to you. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do not try them. I do not know how safe they are.
I need help getting my account back (and TikTok has been no help) but I can’t do this alone—I need your help! If you’re willing to take a moment to report this to TikTok, I would be forever grateful. Here’s how you can help me fight back and (hopefully) get my account returned where it belongs.
How to Report the Stolen Account to TikTok
- Go to the Stolen Account on the Web
- Open TikTok and search for @shifahfa_1 or click this direct link.
- Tap the Three Dots
- In the top-right corner of their profile, you’ll see three dots (or a settings icon). Tap it to open the report menu.
- Select “Report”
- A list of reasons will pop up—choose “Report account”.
- Choose “Pretending to Be Someone”
- When TikTok asks for a reason, select “Pretending to be someone else” and then choose “Other”.
- Submit the Report
- Add any additional comments if possible, such as: This account was stolen from @zippadeedoodah and needs to be returned to the rightful owner. Then, hit submit!
- Encourage Others to Report
- The more reports TikTok receives, the more likely they are to take action quickly. If you can, share this with others and ask them to help out!
OR
- Go to the Stolen Account on the App
- Open TikTok and search for @shifahfa_1 or click this direct link.
- Tap the Share Arrow
- In the top-right corner of their profile, you’ll see a share arrow pointing to the right. Tap it to open the report menu.
- Select “Report”
- A list of reasons will pop up—choose the flag that says “Report”.
- Tap Report Account
- Choose “Pretending to Be Someone”
- When TikTok asks for a reason, select “Me”.
- Submit the Report
- Add any additional comments if possible, such as: This account was stolen from @zippadeedoodah and needs to be returned to the rightful owner. Then, hit submit!
- Encourage Others to Report
- The more reports TikTok receives, the more likely they are to take action quickly. If you can, share this with others and ask them to help out!
Why This Matters
Social media isn’t just for fun—it’s a space where we connect, share, and sometimes even run businesses. Losing an account like this isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a violation. Someone is using my name, my content, and my community for their own gain, and that’s not okay.
If you’ve ever enjoyed my content, shared a laugh with me, or just want to stand up against this kind of digital theft, please take a moment to report the account. Every single report helps.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for standing by me. Let’s get my account back where it belongs!
If this does not work, I will be starting a new account and will let you know what the name is and when to unfollow the stolen account.
Thank you again.
