: Add an extra layer of security to your account so that even if a hacker has your password, they cannot gain access.

: Typically, each line follows a username:password format. Recommended Security Actions

: Change your password for your Hotmail/Outlook account and any other site where you use the same credentials.

: Tools like these can generate and store unique, complex passwords for every site you use, preventing one breach from compromising all your accounts.

: Use Have I Been Pwned to see if your email address has appeared in any known data breaches.

If you suspect your information may be in such a list, take these steps immediately: