CashCrate
cashcrate.com
About This Breach
CashCrate was an online survey website that suffered a data breach in April 2016. The breach exposed the personal information of over 6.8 million users, including email addresses, usernames, passwords, and other profile information.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.secureworld.io/industry-news/data-breach-snags-6-million-cashcrate-users-data (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the CashCrate data breach happen?
CashCrate was breached in Nov 2016. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the CashCrate breach?
6,845,283 records were exposed, making it the #160 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the CashCrate breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Usernames, Email addresses, Physical addresses, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the CashCrate 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
Update your password immediately, using 12+ characters with numbers and symbols.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Add 2FA on all supported accounts using an authenticator app like Google Authenticator or Authy.
Beware of Scam Mail
Be skeptical of unexpected correspondence requesting personal details.
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.