✅ Official notice on file. Meta Platforms, Inc. filed this data breach notice with the California Attorney General on Jun 5, 2026. Compare it with the letter you received: the official copy is linked below.
Meta Platforms, Inc. reported a data breach caused by unauthorized access to its computer network. The information involved includes date of birth, username / password, email address, phone number.
Key facts
| Unauthorized access | Apr 17, 2026 – May 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Incident type | Network intrusion |
| Data exposed | Date of birth, Username / password, Email address, Phone number |
| Reported to California AG | Jun 5, 2026 |
What to do now
- Your date of birth is often used to verify identity: add a fraud alert to your credit file so lenders must confirm it is really you.
- Change the password on this account and on any other site where you reused it, and turn on two-factor authentication.
- Expect targeted phishing that mentions this incident: do not click links in unexpected emails about the breach.
- Be wary of calls or texts that mention this incident and ask for codes or payment.
- Get your free credit reports at AnnualCreditReport.com and look for accounts you do not recognize.
Timeline
- Apr 17, 2026 — Unauthorized access begins
- Jun 5, 2026 — Breach reported to the California Attorney General
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Source: notification letter and filing submitted by Meta Platforms, Inc. to the California Attorney General. BreachLetter is not affiliated with Meta Platforms, Inc.. Details extracted from the official letter; always follow the instructions in your own copy.