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The Best Have I Been Pwned Alternative
Both are free data breach checkers — but they serve different use cases. Here's how they compare.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-19
Feature comparison
| Feature | ExposedMap | HIBP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Email exposure check | |||
| Free basic scan | |||
| Interactive global breach map | |||
| Timeline animation | |||
| Industry & root-cause filters | |||
| Breach severity scoring | HIBP shows sensitivity label | ||
| Password leak check (k-anon) | |||
| Breach alert notifications | HIBP free for personal, paid for domain | ||
| No signup for basic scan |
Why choose ExposedMap?
Visualize breaches on a map
ExposedMap plots 72,000+ breaches at organization headquarters. You can zoom, filter by year, and watch the history of breaches play out over time — no other free tool offers this.
Industry & root-cause intelligence
Filter breaches by industry (Healthcare, Finance, Government…) or root cause (Credential abuse, Ransomware, Misconfiguration…) to understand patterns in your sector.
Deep breach context
Each breach detail page includes affected data types, severity score, source links, and related incidents — useful for security teams assessing vendor risk.
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Is Have I Been Pwned free?
HIBP offers free personal email checks and free API access for domains up to a limit. Paid plans cover domain-wide monitoring and higher API quotas. ExposedMap's basic scan is free with no account required.
Does ExposedMap use HIBP data?
ExposedMap ingests HIBP breach data as one of several sources, alongside HHS HIPAA, UK ICO, Australian OAIC, SEC filings, and cybersecurity news feeds. Coverage is broader than any single source.
Which tool is better for individuals?
Both are excellent for personal email checks. ExposedMap adds the breach map and timeline for users who want to understand the broader breach landscape, not just their own exposure.
Which tool is better for security teams?
ExposedMap's industry filters, root-cause analysis, and geographic map make it more useful for threat intelligence and vendor risk assessment. HIBP's API is mature and well-documented for integration.