Hertz Data Breach: What to Do If You Got a Notification Letter
The Hertz Corporation reported a data breach to the Delaware Attorney General in April 2025, potentially exposing customers' personal information. If you received a notification letter from Hertz, Dollar, or Thrifty, your data may have been compromised. This incident means you might be at risk for identity theft and should understand your options.
This breach is real, not a scam. The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands officially reported it to the Delaware Attorney General on April 11, 2025.
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The Hertz Corporation, encompassing its Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty brands, recently reported a data security incident to the Delaware Attorney General on April 11, 2025. This notification confirms that personal information belonging to some customers may have been exposed. If you received a letter from Hertz regarding this breach, it means your data was potentially compromised.
Receiving a data breach notification letter is a serious matter, indicating that your personal information, which Hertz collects during vehicle reservations and rental agreements, was involved in an unauthorized disclosure. While the specific nature of the exposed data varies, it generally includes details necessary for completing rental transactions.
Upon learning your data was exposed, it's crucial to act quickly. Carefully review the notification letter for any specific advice Hertz provides. Consider monitoring your accounts for unusual activity and remaining vigilant against phishing attempts or suspicious communications that might try to exploit the exposed information.
Beyond immediate steps, protecting yourself from potential long-term risks like identity theft requires ongoing attention. Many individuals affected by data breaches choose to explore their legal options to understand what potential compensation they may be entitled to. A free, no-obligation case review can help you understand if you have a claim.
If you received a data breach notification from Hertz, Dollar, or Thrifty, you may be eligible to pursue a claim. Our experienced legal team offers free case evaluations to help you understand your rights and potential next steps. There is no fee unless you recover.
Received the The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands notification letter? The The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands case file tracks this filing.
What to do if you were affected
These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.
Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.
The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands data breach settlement, compensation and claim questions
- How much could a The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands data breach settlement or claim be worth?
- There is no set amount, and no The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.
- Is there a The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands data breach class action lawsuit?
- Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
- Can I sue The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands over the data breach?
- It depends on what was exposed, the law in Delaware and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
- Did The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands offer free credit monitoring?
- Look for an enrollment code in your The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands notice. Companies that offer free credit monitoring after a breach usually include it there, with a deadline to activate. Signing up doesn't waive any legal rights you may have.
- Is the The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands data breach letter legit or a scam?
- A notice from The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands in the mail matches the breach The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands reported to the Delaware Attorney General on April 11, 2025. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands through a phone number or website you find yourself.
- Do I need a The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands data breach lawyer or attorney?
- A data breach lawyer can tell you whether your situation supports a claim and what it may be worth. A review here is free, and law firms usually take these cases on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.
- What should I do after getting the The Hertz Corporation, including the Hertz Dollar and Thrifty Brands data breach notice?
- Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
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