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Check your email against verified breach databases and dark web sources.

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Start a dark web email scan in 3 easy steps

Step 1. Enter your email

Type the address you want to scan for breaches or dark web leaks.

Step 2. We scan the dark web

IPVanish scans verified breach databases and monitored dark web marketplaces.

Step 3. Get instant results

See if your email has been exposed and get actionable tips to secure your data.

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How it Works

We scan your email across the clear web, deep web, and dark web to detect breaches and leaks. Our database holds over 13.3 billion records and refreshes every 5 minutes, giving you the most current results. Coverage expands daily. Get IPVanish for real-time protection against web threats.

Next steps with your dark web scan results

Whether your email was found in a breach or not, protecting your personal data is a continuous process. Take these steps to keep hackers out.

Breach Found

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If a breach is found:

Change Your Password
Immediately update the login for the exposed account and others with the same password.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Add an extra layer of security to prevent unauthorized access, even if your password is stolen.

Review Account Activity
Check your account for any suspicious logins or unauthorized activity.

If no breach is found:

Keep It Secure
While your email is currently safe, hackers are always on the hunt. Stay proactive about your online security.

Use Strong Passwords
Continue to use unique, complex passwords for all your online accounts.

Stay Vigilant
Remain cautious of phishing emails and suspicious links.

Stop online threats before they stop you.

A free dark web scan catches past breaches, while IPVanish Advanced helps to stop new ones. Block malware, tracking, and phishing sites while keeping your data encrypted.

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What happens if your email is on the dark web?

If your email appears in a dark web scan, it means your information has been exposed in a data breach. Hackers sell this data on underground marketplaces, using it for identity theft, phishing scams, or account takeovers.

Once it’s out there, there’s no guaranteed way to completely remove it from the dark web.

Types of information that can connect to email on the dark web:

Personal details (name, address, phone)

Financial information

Identity theft risk

Personal detail

Account takeovers

Explore the real impact of a data breach

A single breach can have lasting consequences on individuals and businesses alike. Once your personal information is exposed, cybercriminals may exploit it in multiple ways—often without you knowing until the harm is done.

Hackers can access your other accounts by exploiting reused passwords.

Fraudsters may open credit cards or loans in your name.

Criminals can send highly convincing phishing emails to trick you into revealing more information.

Your personal details may be sold to other criminals, keeping you at risk long-term.

Frequently asked questions

What does it mean if my email was found on the dark web?

If your email appears in a dark web scan, it means it was exposed in a data breach. Hackers or cybercriminals may have access to your login credentials, personal details, or other sensitive data linked to that email address. This information is often sold or traded on underground marketplaces.

What is the impact of a data breach on individuals?

A data breach can lead to identity theft, financial loss, and long-term privacy risks. Criminals may use exposed information to access your accounts, open fraudulent credit lines, or target you with phishing scams. In some cases, stolen data is resold on the dark web for years, keeping you at ongoing risk.

What can scammers do with your email address?

Scammers can use your email address to send phishing messages, try account takeovers, impersonate you, or target you with social engineering attacks. If paired with leaked passwords or personal details, they can use your email to access other accounts, commit identity fraud, or sell your data to other criminals.

How can I get my information off the dark web?

Unfortunately, once your data is on the dark web, there’s no guaranteed way to completely remove it. The best steps are to change compromised passwords, enable two-factor authentication, monitor your accounts for suspicious activity, and consider setting up fraud alerts or a credit freeze to reduce further damage. Regularly scanning your email address for breaches also helps you respond quickly if exposure happens again.

How do I protect myself after my email is found on the dark web?

Immediately change your passwords for the affected account and any others using the same credentials. Use strong, unique passwords for every login, enable two-factor authentication, and be cautious with any emails or links you receive. Consider using IPVanish Secure Browser for real-time web protection.

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