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Freecycle(TM) Members' Data Breach

On August 30th, Freecycle.org became aware of a data breach on its site. As the Port Orange Freecycle Moderator, I have been asked to reach out to you as you are a local members of the Port Orange group. We ask that you change your password as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvience. 

Further information on the breach and how to change your password can be found here: freecycle.helpsoutdocs.com/article/319-data-breach-august-2023

This breach includes usernames, user id's, email addresses and hashed passwords. We are urging members to change passwords quickly. No other personal info was compromised. The breach has been closed. 

Here is a useful link to help keep you safe:   consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams#report       Learn how to recognize phishing emails. 

Also this site: haveibeenpwned.com/        Find out what past data breaches have involved your personal info.

Again, we apologize for the hassle.

Your Local Port Orange Moderator