In today’s online age, identity theft and data breaches are more prevalent than ever. According to a recent report by Statista, the number of data breaches has significantly increased. For instance, the number of data breaches in the US rose from 447 in 2012 to more than 3,200 breaches in 2023.
The risk of having your personal information compromised is alarmingly high. This is where Surfshark Alert and its free Data Leak Checker come into play — offering help in protecting your online accounts, emails, and identity.
What is Data Leak Checker?
Surfshark’s Data Leak Checker is a free online tool powered by Surfshark Alert that lets you check if your data has been compromised in a data leak. By entering your email, you can find out if your personal information has been exposed, allowing you to secure your accounts. Your email will stay private and won’t be used for marketing.
This tool does not require a subscription and allows you to quickly and easily check if your email has been exposed and minimize the possible damages. Give it a try to see if your information is safe!
What is Surfshark Alert?
If you want to protect more than just your emails, Surfshark Alert is the perfect solution. It’s a 24/7 data leak monitoring tool that alerts you if your information gets leaked online. Alert can automatically monitor your and your family’s emails, related accounts, credit cards, and even IDs security. It also sends emails after detecting your information leaks and provides steps to prevent further damage.
Integrated into the Surfshark One bundle, Alert provides a seamless experience for users looking to safeguard their data. It has a simple setup, easy-to-understand alerts, and a privacy-first approach, ensuring your data is never shared with third parties.
How can Surfshark Alert help you?
Surfshark Alert improves your online security by addressing several critical pain points:
- Identity theft risks: Surfshark Alert helps you avoid potential identity theft by alerting you when your data is exposed;
- Unawareness of data leaks: you will be informed about any compromised information with immediate email notifications and data leak reports;
- Difficulty securing personal information: Surfshark Alert provides actionable steps to protect your accounts and prevent further leaks;
- Uncertainty about security: knowing that your identity is safeguarded allows you to navigate the online world confidently.
How do you use the Data Leak Checker and Surfshark Alert?
Using Data Leak Checker is straightforward. Visit the website, enter your email address, and click the Check now button. You’ll get instant feedback on whether your data has been compromised.
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For more comprehensive protection, consider trying Surfshark Alert by getting the Surfshark One bundle. Once subscribed, you can add emails, credit cards, and IDs for continuous monitoring, ensuring your sensitive information is protected. All you have to do is log in to your account, select email, credit card, or ID monitoring, and press the plus sign to add your data.
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Surfshark Alert — your data leak detection tool
In a world where data breaches and identity theft are increasingly common, it is crucial to protect your personal information. By monitoring your data’s security, you can minimize the risks of having your data leaked. Try Data Leak Checker for free, or let Alert monitor your data for you for just USD 2.69/month and get 3 months extra.
source: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2631803/how-to-check-if-your-data-has-already-leaked.html
