Minted
minted.com
About This Breach
Minted notified in its website that it was impacted by a potential cybersecurity incident impacting ten companies and its company's users were breached by unauthorised parties. Exposed data includes names, email address, password.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.minted.com/data-incident-notice (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Minted data breach happen?
Minted was breached in May 2020. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Minted breach?
4,419,782 records were exposed, making it the #213 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Minted breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Email addresses, Passwords, Physical addresses, Phone numbers.
What should I do if I was affected by the Minted 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.
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.
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.
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.