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April is Financial Literacy Month

Financial security starts with protecting your personal information. This April, take control of your data by checking if your information has been involved in a leak or breach.

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FTC Expands Direct Consumer Contact to Prevent Identity Theft

As part of a growing effort to combat identity theft and data misuse, the Federal Trade Commission has begun directly contacting individuals whose personal information may appear in exposure or breach-related data.

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What Happens After a Leak

Your information matters. Here's how we respond when you're identified in a data exposure—ensuring you're informed, supported, and protected from further harm.

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News and Updates

Press Release

FTC Expands Direct Outreach to Exposed Consumers

April 4, 2025

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Data Visualizations

U.S. Exposure Map: Track Data Breaches by State

Consumer Notice

Staying Safe After a Breach Notification

BCP Staff | April 7, 2025 – Tips and resources to protect your identity, secure your accounts, and avoid common fraud schemes.

Blog Post

New Measures to Fight Identity-Based Impersonation Scams

BCP Staff | April 7, 2025 – We’re enforcing safeguards to prevent impersonation using breached data.

Consumer Alert

How to Report Suspicious Activity Linked to Your Personal Data

BCP Staff | April 4, 2025 – Learn how to report fraud related to your exposed info via your FTC account.

Open Records

Enforcement & Case Review Meetings – Follow developments in data security enforcement by accessing public records including agendas and transcripts.

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IRS Imposter Scams Video Protecting Yourself from Data Misuse & Identity Scams – Watch how the FTC helps consumers after a breach.
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