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Data breach notification template (US)
A general template under US law. Laws differ from state to state, so check it against your state's law or with a lawyer licensed there. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice.
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Notice of Data Breach
Organization Name
Organization Address
Date: Notice Date
Dear Recipient Name:
We are writing to tell you about a security incident that may involve your personal information. Please read this notice carefully.
What Happened
On Discovery Date, we learned that Short Description of the Incident. The incident took place on or about Incident Date or Period.
What Information Was Involved
The information involved may include your name and: Types of Personal Information Involved.
What We Are Doing
We have Steps Taken, such as Securing Systems and Hiring Investigators. We reported this to Law Enforcement or Regulators Notified or None. This notice was Not Delayed or Delayed at the Request of Law Enforcement.
What You Can Do
• Review your account statements and free credit reports, available at www.annualcreditreport.com or 1-877-322-8228
• Consider a free security freeze or fraud alert through the three credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion
• Report suspected identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission at IdentityTheft.gov, and to your local police
• Change passwords for any affected accounts, and watch for suspicious messages
We are offering Credit Monitoring Offer and Enrollment Steps, or None.
For More Information
Call Toll-Free Number between Hours, or write to Contact Email or Address.
State laws set what this notice must contain and who must also be told. Added information for residents of certain states is here: State-Specific Information or None.
We are sorry for the concern this may cause you.
Sincerely,
Signer Name and Title