Receiving a Dark Web Alert can be alarming, but it’s important to stay calm and act promptly. PrivacyHawk provides actionable steps to help you secure your information and minimize potential risks.
What Is a Dark Web Alert?
A Dark Web Alert means your personal information submitted for monitoring in the Identity Protect Tool has been found in a database that has been leaked or compromised. While PrivacyHawk doesn’t remove information from the dark web (as this isn’t possible), the alert empowers you to take steps to protect yourself.
Steps to Take After Receiving a Dark Web Alert
Review the Details of the Alert:
Open the PrivacyHawk app and navigate to the alert.
The alert will provide information about what type of data was found (e.g., email address, passwords).
Change Your Passwords Immediately:
If the alert involves a compromised account, update your password immediately.
Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication (2FA) where possible.
Monitor Related Accounts:
If the alert involves sensitive data like a password or email address, monitor other accounts where this information might have been used.
Update passwords on accounts that share similar credentials.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
Add an extra layer of security to your accounts by enabling 2FA. This ensures that even if someone has your password, they won’t be able to access your accounts without the second verification step.
Check for Additional Alerts:
Continue to monitor the PrivacyHawk app for further alerts to stay ahead of potential risks.
How PrivacyHawk Helps
PrivacyHawk is here to keep you informed and proactive. While we don’t remove data from the dark web, our tools like Data Broker Removal and Reduce My Digital Footprint help limit the availability of your information to third parties, reducing future exposure.
Tips for Staying Safe
Regularly update your passwords and use a password manager to generate and store secure credentials.
Be cautious of phishing scams and unsolicited emails that may try to exploit your compromised information.
Use PrivacyHawk’s tools to clean up your digital footprint and reduce your online exposure.
Need Help?
If you have any questions or need assistance with responding to a Dark Web Alert, you can always reach out to us at [email protected].