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Password leak alert: 4 tools to check if your Google, Instagram, X and Apple account details have been compromised
A new report has revealed that around 16 billion passwords have been leaked. And, this affects accounts from Google, Facebook, Instagram, X and others. If you are worried that your account passwords are safe, here are 4 tools that can help you do that.
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Have I Been Pwned?
Have I Been Pwned is one of the most popular tools for checking if your email or account details have been involved in known data breaches. Users simply enter their email address to see which breaches it has appeared in and what specific data was compromised. The platform also allows you to check if a particular password has been exposed, without requiring the full password to be entered.
Have I Been Pwned is one of the most popular tools for checking if your email or account details have been involved in known data breaches. Users simply enter their email address to see which breaches it has appeared in and what specific data was compromised. The platform also allows you to check if a particular password has been exposed, without requiring the full password to be entered.
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Google Chrome’s Password Manager
Google’s Password Manager, built into Chrome and Android, includes a Password Checkup feature. It automatically reviews the credentials saved to your Google Account and alerts you if any have been compromised in third-party data breaches. It also flags weak or reused passwords, encouraging stronger, more secure alternatives. This is particularly useful for users within the Google ecosystem.
Google’s Password Manager, built into Chrome and Android, includes a Password Checkup feature. It automatically reviews the credentials saved to your Google Account and alerts you if any have been compromised in third-party data breaches. It also flags weak or reused passwords, encouraging stronger, more secure alternatives. This is particularly useful for users within the Google ecosystem.
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Microsoft Edge Password Monitor
For Windows users, Microsoft Edge includes a built-in Password Monitor. It scans the passwords saved in the browser against a database of known leaked credentials. If any of your saved passwords are found in a breach, Edge alerts you so you can take immediate action.
For Windows users, Microsoft Edge includes a built-in Password Monitor. It scans the passwords saved in the browser against a database of known leaked credentials. If any of your saved passwords are found in a breach, Edge alerts you so you can take immediate action.
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Google’s Dark Web Monitoring Tool | If you’re concerned about your information appearing on the dark web, Google offers a Dark Web monitoring feature for consumer Google Account holders. It scans the dark web for data such as your email, phone number, and passwords. If any matches are found, you’re notified so you can take steps to protect your online identity.
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