Why It Matters
Importance
Early Breach Detection
Spot compromised data before it's used against you.
Identity Protection
Monitor for stolen usernames, passwords, or personal identifiers.
Brand Reputation Defense
Prevent damage from leaked internal docs, source code, or insider data.
Regulatory Compliance
Helps meet data privacy laws like GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA by alerting you of breaches.
Proactive Threat Response
Act on real-time alerts before the damage becomes public.
Surface Web
What you browse daily (Google, social sites)
Deep Web
Hidden from search engines (private databases, academic archives)
Dark Web
Encrypted networks like Tor, used for illegal marketplaces and forums