WeHeartIt
weheartit.com
About This Breach
WeHeartIt, a social networking site popular for image-based content sharing, underwent a significant data breach in 2013 that put the private data of its user base at risk. The exposed data included critical details such as usernames, email addresses, and encrypted passwords.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://techcrunch.com/2017/10/16/we-heart-it-says-a-data-breach-affected-over-8-million-accounts-included-emails-and-passwords/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the WeHeartIt data breach happen?
WeHeartIt was breached in Nov 2013. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the WeHeartIt breach?
8,600,747 records were exposed, making it the #136 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the WeHeartIt breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Email addresses, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the WeHeartIt 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.