How to Add or Remove a YouTube/Instagram/Facebook account in Bitdefender Security for Creators

Bitdefender Security for Creators can protect your YouTube, Instagram and Facebook accounts from hackers. Whether you want to connect a new account or remove an existing one, the process is simple and can be done via Bitdefender Central.

 

Remove a Monitored Account (YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook)

To stop monitoring an account:

  1. Sign in to Bitdefender Central:
  2. Access Account Settings:
    • Once logged in, click your username in the upper right corner of the page and select “Settings” from the menu. The Bitdefender account settings page will open.Settings
  3. Remove an Account:
    • In the “Manage accounts” section, click “Revoke access” next to the account you want to remove.Revoke access
  4. Confirm Removal:
    • Click “Yes, I want” when prompted to confirm the action.

Once a YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook account is removed, Bitdefender Security for Creators will stop monitoring it. You will no longer receive alerts in case of hacking or suspicious activity.

 

Add a YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook Account

If you didn’t connect your account during the initial Bitdefender Security for Creators onboarding, you can add it later:

  1. Sign in to Bitdefender Central:
  2. Access Account Settings:
    • Once logged in, click your username in the upper right corner of the page and select “Settings” from the menu. The Bitdefender account settings page will open.
  3. Connect a YouTube Channel:
    • Click the “Connect your account” button in the “Manage accounts” section.
  4. Connect YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook:
    • Follow the steps below depending on the platform you want to connect – YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook.

Once the connection is successful, the profile name and picture of your YouTube/Instagram/Facebook account will be displayed in the Activity dashboard.