Free Dark Web Monitoring with CreditWise

Monitoring the dark web

CreditWise alerts you if your personal info is detected on the dark web.

What is the dark web?

The dark web is a hidden network of websites that you can’t find in regular search engines. Cybercriminals use the dark web to buy and sell stolen personal information like: bank account numbers, login credentials, passwords, SSNs, and email addresses.

WHAT WE MONITOR FOR

Login credentials and passwords

Social Security numbers

Email addresses

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PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY

What is dark web monitoring?

When major corporate or site data breaches occur, exposed personal details like Social Security numbers or email addresses can surface online. CreditWise scans known breach databases and alerts you if your registered information is detected.¹

HOW IT WORKS

Dark web scanning for your security

Early awareness of an exposed password or email address gives you the chance to secure your accounts before misuse occurs. CreditWise routinely searches thousands of sites and forums to help you spot exposed credentials early.

TAKING DEFENSIVE STEPS

Stay informed of potential data leaks

If an email or password is included in a third-party data leak, bad actors may attempt to access your online accounts or attempt unauthorized transactions. Dark web scanning and credit monitoring help you catch these data leaks early. When CreditWise sends a data breach alert, you can immediately update your credentials to secure your financial accounts and help minimize potential risks.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Change your passwords for financial accounts, email and anything associated with your compromised information

Cyber security experts recommend not repeating old passwords or using the same password on more than one account. The best passwords are complex and difficult to guess, including a series of letters, numbers and symbols.

Notify your banks, credit card issuers and other financial service providers

If a scan indicates that your account numbers have appeared on the dark web, contact your financial institution right away. Follow their guidance to protect your accounts.

Monitor your credit card and bank statements

If your account numbers appear on the dark web, check your account statements carefully. If there is any questionable activity on your accounts, notifying the financial institution right away may absolve you of liability for fraudulent charges.

Close credit card or bank accounts that have been compromised

If you are sure one of your accounts has been compromised on the dark web, it is a good idea to close the account. Closing the compromised account will render the account useless to identity thieves.