Breach Detection showed me which of my personal data have been compromised. What should I do about it?

Breach Detection showed me which of my personal data have been compromised. What should I do about it?

There are three things you should do to protect yourself:


  1. Change your passwords for the affected accounts/websites.

  2. If you believe your credit card or banking information may have been compromised, consider freezing your credit cards or contacting your bank.

  3. Be vigilant. Keep an eye out for suspicious emails, text messages and calls. Hackers might have accessed your data and subsequently target you with scams.


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