Tumblr
tumblr.com
About This Breach
Tumblr disclosed that it had discovered a data breach dating back to 2013 in May 2016, which had affected a considerable number of users. An independent analysis of the breached data later revealed that 65 million unique emails and passwords were compromised.
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 Tumblr data breach happen?
Tumblr was breached in Jan 2013. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on February 2, 2024.
How many records were exposed in the Tumblr breach?
73,524,878 records were exposed, making it the #33 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Tumblr breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the Tumblr 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.
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.