Whitepages
whitepages.com
About This Breach
Whitepages, a popular online directory service, experienced a data breach that led to the exposure of user information in 2017. The breach resulted in the unauthorized access of user data, including names, phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.theregister.com/2019/02/11/620_million_hacked_accounts_dark_web/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Whitepages data breach happen?
Whitepages was breached in Jun 2016. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Whitepages breach?
11,657,240 records were exposed, making it the #124 largest of the 794 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Whitepages breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the Whitepages breach?
Change your password on Whitepages and anywhere you reused it, and make the new one long and unique. 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
Passwords were stored with weak protection and are likely cracked. Change it now on Whitepages and anywhere you reused it. Make the new one long and unique.
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.