Check If Your Address Has Been Compromised #
We recommend using the trusted security service Have I Been Pwned. This free tool lets you check if your email address has appeared in any known data breaches.
- Visit www.haveibeenpwned.com.
- Enter your email address into the search box.
- Review the results to see if your details have been involved in any breaches.
What To Do If Your Address Is Found #
If your email appears in a breach, don’t panic—but do act quickly:
- Change your password immediately on the affected service.
- If you used the same password elsewhere, change it there too. Never reuse passwords across multiple sites.
- Consider closing accounts you no longer use.
Best Practices To Protect Your Email #
Follow these steps to keep your email accounts secure going forward:
- Use strong, unique passwords for each account. A password manager can help you generate and store them safely.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) wherever possible. This adds an extra layer of protection beyond your password.
- Keep your recovery information up to date (backup email and phone number).
- Beware of phishing emails. Never click suspicious links or download unexpected attachments.
- Update your devices regularly with the latest security patches and software updates.
Stay Informed #
Breaches can happen at any time. Make it a habit to check your email address every few months using Have I Been Pwned, and update your security settings whenever needed.
Your email is the gateway to many of your online accounts. Protect it like you would your front door.
