Udemy
udemy.com
About This Breach
Udemy, an online training platform, suffered a breach in April 2026 in an extortion attempt by the ShinyHunters group, with data later leaked publicly exposing 1.4M unique email addresses along with names, physical addresses, phone numbers, employer information, and instructor payout methods.
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 Udemy data breach happen?
Udemy was breached in Apr 2026. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on April 27, 2026.
How many records were exposed in the Udemy breach?
1,402,639 records were exposed, making it the #349 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Udemy breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Phone numbers, Physical addresses, Employers, Job titles.
What should I do if I was affected by the Udemy 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.
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.