DBreach & dark web monitoringFull list
Subcategories · 19Breach & dark web monitoring
- All47
- Password managers4
- 2FA & authenticators5
- Single sign-on & identity3
- DDoS protection & WAF6
- SSL certificates3
- Bot protection4
- Website malware scanning3
- Email security3
- Brand protection & anti-phishing3
- Breach & dark web monitoring3
- Security compliance automation3
- Antivirus & endpoint security4
- Backups5
- Encrypted file storage & sharing3
- Penetration testing & bug bounty3
- Antivirus6
- Identity theft protection5
- Bug bounty platforms3
- Security awareness training3
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Password manager and credential risk detection for businesses and individuals
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Brand protection and phishing takedowns for companies targeted by online fraud
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External cybersecurity: threat intel, brand, domain and executive protection
How to choose breach & dark web monitoring tools
Both tools we list in this category are VPN bundles, and breach monitoring is one feature among several. So the main question is whether you want a package or only alerts. These criteria separate the options:
- Bundle scope. VeePN pairs its VPN with antivirus, breach alerts and an alternative ID. Surfshark combines a VPN with antivirus, scam protection and identity monitoring. Pick the one whose extra features you'll actually use.
- Pricing model. Both are paid. VeePN lists a starting price of $1.99/mo. Surfshark doesn't list a price here, so check its site before you compare.
- Platforms and devices. Both work on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and Chrome. VeePN covers up to 10 devices, which matters for households.
- What gets monitored. "Breach alerts" and "identity monitoring" can mean different things. Before you pay, confirm which data types each one watches, like emails, passwords or ID numbers, and how it alerts you.
We haven't tested these tools. These notes come from their listed features.
Frequently asked questions
Are there free breach monitoring tools in this list?
No. VeePN and Surfshark are both paid. Neither has a free tier listed here.
How much does breach and dark web monitoring cost?
VeePN starts at $1.99/mo, and that price includes its VPN and antivirus. Surfshark is paid, but we don't list its price, so check its website.
What should I look for in a breach monitoring tool?
Check which data it watches and how it alerts you. Also check how many devices and platforms it covers, and whether you need the extras that come with it. VeePN covers 10 devices and adds an alternative ID. Surfshark adds scam protection.
What are the alternatives to a VPN bundle for breach alerts?
In this category, both listed options are VPN bundles with monitoring included. Of the two, VeePN mentions breach alerts and Surfshark mentions identity monitoring. Standalone monitoring services may exist, but we don't list any here yet.