✅ Official notice on file. The Washington Post filed this data breach notice with the California Attorney General on Jul 13, 2026. Compare it with the letter you received: the official copy is linked below.
The Washington Post reported a data breach caused by unauthorized access to its computer network. The information involved includes financial account / bank info.
Key facts
| Unauthorized access | Jul 10, 2025 – Aug 22, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Incident type | Network intrusion |
| Data exposed | Financial account / bank info |
| Letter sent | Jul 10, 2026 |
| Reported to California AG | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Company helpline | 1-833-781-8313 |
Free credit monitoring
The Washington Post is offering 12 months of IDX at no cost to people who received the letter. Enroll at app.idx.us/account-creation/protect using the activation code printed on your letter.
What to do now
- Call your bank, ask about extra monitoring or a new account number, and review statements for small unknown charges.
- Get your free credit reports at AnnualCreditReport.com and look for accounts you do not recognize.
- Call the The Washington Post helpline at 1-833-781-8313 if you have questions about your letter.
Timeline
- Jul 10, 2025 — Unauthorized access begins
- Jul 10, 2026 — Notification letters sent
- Jul 13, 2026 — Breach reported to the California Attorney General
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Source: notification letter and filing submitted by The Washington Post to the California Attorney General. BreachLetter is not affiliated with The Washington Post. Details extracted from the official letter; always follow the instructions in your own copy.