Betterment
betterment.com
About This Breach
Betterment, an automated investment platform, confirmed a data breach in January 2026 attributed to a social engineering attack that exposed 1.4 million unique email addresses along with names and geographic location data. A subset of affected records also included dates of birth, phone numbers, and physical addresses, while the company stated the incident did not provide attackers with access to customer accounts.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | No reference available |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Betterment data breach happen?
Betterment was breached in Jan 2026. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on February 5, 2026.
How many records were exposed in the Betterment breach?
1,411,891 records were exposed, making it the #345 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Betterment breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Phone numbers, Physical addresses, Dates of birth, Device information, Geographic locations.
What should I do if I was affected by the Betterment breach?
Change your password on the affected service (and anywhere you reused it), turn on two-factor authentication, and set up free breach alerts on XposedOrNot so you know the moment your email appears in a new breach.
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What Should You Do?
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Add 2FA on all supported accounts using an authenticator app like Google Authenticator or Authy.
Watch for Phishing Calls & SMS
Be cautious of unexpected calls or texts asking for personal information.
Beware of Scam Mail
Be skeptical of unexpected correspondence requesting personal details.
Review Device Security
Update your devices and browsers, and check for unauthorized logins.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.