ClearScore Protect Gets a Massive 400,000-Strong Crowd
Just seven days after its launch, ClearScore—UK’s top free credit score platform—has already raked in a whopping 400,000 sign‑ups for its free dark‑web monitoring service, ClearScore Protect. It’s like a pop‑up shop that’s instantly turned into a blockbuster hit.
Why It’s So Popular
Since the launch, 2.8 million leaked passwords have been uncovered on the dark web. On average, users discover seven password breaches for their online accounts. And don’t forget—a third of UK adults have fallen victim to online fraud, with 55 % now more worried about it than before the Covid fuss.
Here’s the kicker: while only a quarter believe their data might be on sale in the shadows, almost two‑thirds (63 %) of new ClearScore Protect users got a heads‑up about dark‑web breaches in the last week.
What ClearScore Protect Does
When you sign up (and it’s free!), the service keeps an eye on the dark web for stolen passwords. Every three months, you get an alert if something shows up. Once you’re notified, a simple page pops up listing all your compromised passwords and step‑by‑step instructions on how to change them. Doing that stops cyber‑criminals from turning your data into a gold mine.
Going One Step Further?
- Protect Realtime is the paid, subscription twist that interviews up to three email addresses every day for just £2.99/month.
- It watches for more than passwords—keeps an eye on any data breach.
- Users also get tailored advice and a dedicated fraud support team if hit by online fraud.
CEO’s Take‑away
Justin Basini, co‑founder and CEO, says:
“The pandemic has put online fraud in the spotlight, and ClearScore Protect has shown just how many password breaches people are facing. If you want to protect your online identity, now’s the time. I’ve personally been a victim of identity theft; it hurts your finances and your headspace. Even though it’s best practice to use a different password for every account, our research shows people in the UK only ever change two or three passwords. That’s not enough.”
“So the one thing I’d ask everyone to do right now: review your passwords, sign up for a password manager like 1Password, and make sure you’re not reusing any of those secrets across your financial accounts.”
So grab your coffee, Do a quick password audit, and guard your digital life—ClearScore Protect has got your back.
