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A practical check for what to do when personal information has been exposed online.
What it does
Helps you identify what was exposed and reduce further risk.
Why it matters
The right response depends on what information was exposed and whether someone could use it to access accounts, impersonate you, or locate you.
Work through the steps that apply to your situation. If the situation is urgent or involves immediate personal safety, seek appropriate help as well.
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Practical Cyber Conduct guidance connected to this tool.
I Shared My ID Online
What to do after sharing an identity document or other sensitive personal information online.
My Personal Information Was Leaked
Practical steps after discovering that personal information may have been exposed.
My ID Number Was Posted Online
What to do if your South African ID number or other identity information appears online.
I Sent My ID to the Wrong Person
What to do after sending an identity document or ID information to an unintended recipient.
Someone Has My Personal Information and Is Threatening Me
What to do when someone uses personal information to threaten, pressure, or intimidate you.
Someone Is Threatening to Share My Private Information
Practical steps when someone threatens to publish or distribute private information.
I Found My Email Address in a Data Breach
What to do when your email address or other information appears in a reported data breach.
I Think My Email Was in a Data Breach
How to respond when you suspect your information was exposed by a breached service.