The Coinbase, Inc. Data Breach: Reported Filing Facts
Coinbase, Inc. is a major financial institution specializing in cryptocurrency exchange and digital asset management services. As a platform facilitating financial transactions and digital wallet storage, the company typically collects sensitive information including government-issued identification, Social Security numbers, banking details, and comprehensive transaction histories. In 2025, the company officially reported a data breach to the California Attorney General, prompting the issuance of formal notification letters to all impacted individuals. If you received such a letter, it indicates that your personal or financial information stored within their systems may have been compromised. This notification is intended to inform you of the incident and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity and financial assets from potential misuse.
- State
- California
- Breach date
- December 26, 2024
- Reported
- May 20, 2025
What to do if you were affected
These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.
Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.
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