In order to protect your email account from being hacked, here are some steps that you should take:

1. Ensure that you have a secure password and change it regularly.
2. Check the privacy settings for your email provider on a regular basis to ensure your account is secure.
3. Check any third-party applications that you’re using with your email, such as an email client, and make sure they are secure.
4. Be aware of phishing scams and never click on any links in emails or messages sent to you from unknown people.
5. Make sure that your computer is up to date with the latest security patches.
6. Make sure your anti-virus software is up to date and running.
7. Know what kind of information should and should not be shared via email.