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Dark web monitoring
by NordVPN

Data leaks and breaches happen all the time. Get instant alerts about leaked information and protect your accounts before the criminals act.

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Is your data for sale on the dark web?

Enter your email address to check if your information is on the dark web. It’s free!

We’ll use your email address only to check for known data leaks. It won’t be stored, shared, or used otherwise. By providing an email address, you confirm you own or have permission to use it.

Scanning web for leaks...

Your free check is the first step. Here's what you should do next.

This one-time check is a good start, but new data breaches and leaks happen every day. Ongoing dark web monitoring can help you stay protected 24/7. Dark Web Monitor™ alerts you as soon as your data appears in a leak, so you can secure your accounts before criminals act.

What is dark web monitoring?

Dark web monitoring is the practice of continuously scanning dark web sites (hacker forums, darknet markets, etc.) for information associated with your email address, phone number, national ID, Social Security number, or credit card information. Dark web monitoring plays an important role in cybersecurity by warning users so that they can secure vulnerable accounts as quickly as possible. NordVPN offers dark web monitoring functionality through its Dark Web Monitor™ feature.

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passwords

In June 2025, Cybernews discovered over 16 billion leaked passwords.

88%

of attacks use stolen credentials

Verizon’s Data Breach Investigation Report claims that over 88% of attacks against basic web applications involve stolen credentials.

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is enough to crack popular passwords

NordPass reports that the most common passwords can be cracked in less than a second.

How a data leak could affect your life

Data from breaches being leaked online can result in a variety of consequences.

Phishing

Leaked details give criminals just enough data to send convincing emails that often look like they’re from your bank or a trusted online shop or service.

Credential stuffing

If you ever reuse passwords, hackers may use credentials from a single leak to unlock your email, social media, or even banking accounts within minutes.

Account takeover

Hackers could use your leaked passwords to break into your accounts, access your data, and act as you. Reclaiming your accounts can be a long process.

Identity theft

Stolen personal details, such as your Social Security number, let criminals open loans, file fraudulent tax returns, and order services in your name.

How to stay safe with dark web monitoring

Stay in control of your personal data

We’ll alert you if your phone number,* national ID number, or Social Security number is exposed, letting you respond quickly to protect your privacy.

*This feature is only available for phone numbers from selected countries.

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Prevent financial loss

We’ll alert you if your credit card details are exposed, so you can take action before it’s too late.

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Get clear steps after a leak

We don't just alert you about a leak — we provide clear recommendations on what to do and how to respond to threats.

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Keep your online accounts safe

We’ll alert you instantly if your credentials or other sensitive data are leaked so you can secure your accounts.

Dark Web Monitor alerts for an email address and credit card details.

What does Dark Web Monitor™ do?

Scans for your data 24/7

Dark Web Monitor™ scours the depths of the web for information associated with your emails, while Dark Web Monitor Pro™ also scans for your phone number, national ID, Social Security number, and credit card information.

Alerts you instantly

If your data is found in a leaked database, Dark Web Monitor™ will alert you immediately with the details about the threat, such as the date of the breach, its severity, and what data is at risk.

Guides you to safety

Dark Web Monitor™ alerts also include easy steps to follow to help you resolve the data leak and protect yourself and your online accounts.

Get your online security package

Dark Web Monitor Pro™

Save 57%

$0.59per month

+ 3 EXTRA months

$37.53 $15.93 for the first 27 months.

Sales tax may apply.

Savings: intro vs. renewal prices. Renews at $16.68/year (currently). Offer terms1

30-day money-back guarantee
Email, phone number, credit card, and ID/SSN monitoring
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$4.99per month

+ 3 EXTRA months

$493.83 $134.73 for the first 27 months.

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Savings: intro vs. renewal prices. Renews at $219.48/year (currently). Offer terms1

30-day money-back guarantee
Email, phone number, credit card, and ID/SSN monitoring
Secure, fast VPN
Scam call protection
Anti-malware & browsing protection
Ad & tracker blocker
Password manager
1 TB cloud storage

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Save 71%

$6.99per month

+ 3 EXTRA months

$666.63 $188.73 for the first 27 months.

Sales tax may apply.

Savings: intro vs. renewal prices. Renews at $296.28/year (currently). Offer terms1

30-day money-back guarantee
Email, phone number, credit card, and ID/SSN monitoring
Secure, fast VPN
Scam call protection
Anti-malware & browsing protection
Ad & tracker blocker
Password manager
1 TB cloud storage
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my information is on the dark web?

What should I do when I get NordVPN’s Dark Web Monitor™ alert notification?

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Is dark web monitoring legal?