Paytm
paytm.com
About This Breach
Paytm, an Indian mobile payments and financial services provider, experienced a data breach around August 2020. This incident affected approximately 3.3 million customers, exposing their email addresses, full names, physical addresses, phone numbers, and income levels.
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 Paytm data breach happen?
Paytm was breached in Aug 2020. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on July 21, 2026.
How many records were exposed in the Paytm breach?
3,394,807 records were exposed, making it the #243 largest of the 767 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Paytm breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Dates of birth, Genders, Geographic locations, Phone numbers, Income levels.
What should I do if I was affected by the Paytm 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.
Alert Your Bank
Contact your bank immediately and monitor statements for unauthorized transactions.
Watch for Phishing Calls & SMS
Be cautious of unexpected calls or texts asking for personal information.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.