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Questions about the AfD breach
Was AfD hacked?
WELT reported a data breach at AfD (Germany) on 11 November 2026. How it happened, by the sources: hacking. It has been reported but not confirmed by AfD or an authority.
What data was exposed in the AfD breach?
Personal data, by the notices and reports on this page.
How do I know if I was affected?
Organisations normally tell the people whose data was involved, by letter or email, and that notice says what of yours was in it. We cannot look up individual people. If you got a notice, check that it is real, then follow the steps on this page.
Is there a AfD data breach settlement?
No settlement open for claims is on record for AfD as of 15 November 2026. Every open settlement is listed with its deadline.
Is a letter, email or text about the AfD breach real or a scam?
A real notice names the breach, says what data was involved and never asks for a password, a code or a payment. Criminals often send fake notices after a breach is in the news. Do not use links or phone numbers in the message: go to AfD’s own site, or check the letter here.
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