What to Do if Data is Found

Found your data in a breach? Follow this immediate action plan to secure your accounts.

Immediate Actions (Do Now)

Step 1: Change Passwords Immediately

1. Change password on the breached account first
2. Change passwords on ANY account using the same password
3. Use Activate Security Password Generator for new passwords
4. Store new passwords in Password Vault

Step 2: Enable Two-Factor Authentication

1. Add 2FA to the compromised account
2. Enable 2FA on all important accounts:
   • Email accounts
   • Banking and financial
   • Social media
   • Work accounts

Step 3: Check for Unauthorized Access

1. Review recent account activity
2. Check login history
3. Look for unknown devices
4. Review email for password reset attempts
5. Check for unauthorized purchases

Short-Term Actions (This Week)

Review Connected Apps

• Remove unnecessary connected apps/services
• Revoke access for unknown apps
• Update permissions for trusted apps

Update Security Questions

• Change security questions and answers
• Use random answers (store in vault)
• Don't use real personal information

Monitor Accounts

• Watch for suspicious emails
• Check bank statements daily
• Look for account changes you didn't make

Long-Term Protection

Password Hygiene

• Use unique password for every account
• Use Activate Security Password Generator
• Store all passwords in encrypted vault
• Never reuse passwords

Regular Monitoring

• Run dark web scans monthly
• Check credit reports quarterly
• Review account activity weekly

Enable Alerts

• Login notifications
• Purchase confirmations
• Account change notifications
• Credit monitoring alerts

When to Seek Additional Help

Contact authorities if you experience:

• Unauthorized financial transactions
• Identity theft
• Harassment or threats
• Account takeovers
• Fraudulent accounts opened in your name