Bitly
bit.ly
About This Breach
Bitly experienced a data breach in 2014. The data exposed in this breach included passwords, email addresses, and usernames.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bitdefender.com/blog/hotforsecurity/bitly-customer-credentials-likely-exposed-in-breach/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Bitly data breach happen?
Bitly was breached in May 2014. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Bitly breach?
9,313,175 records were exposed, making it the #131 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Bitly breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Passwords, Usernames.
What should I do if I was affected by the Bitly 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?
Change Your Passwords
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Enable Two-Factor Authentication
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Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.
Use a Password Manager
Never reuse passwords: use a password manager to generate unique ones for each account.